Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Discusses India-US Academic Collaboration with Johns Hopkins University Delegation

New Delhi: Union Minister for Education Shri Dharmendra Pradhan met with a high-level delegation from Johns Hopkins University (JHU), led by its President, Ronald J. Daniels, to explore avenues for strengthening academic and research collaborations between the United States and India. The delegation, which included officials from the Gupta Klinsky India Institute (GKII)—a JHU initiative…

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Odisha to Double MBBS Seats, Recruit 8,000 Healthcare Professionals to Boost State’s Healthcare

Bhubaneswar: In a significant push to strengthen healthcare infrastructure, the Odisha government has announced plans to double the number of MBBS seats in state-run medical colleges from 2,500 to 5,000 within the next five years. The initiative was unveiled by Health & Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling on Saturday. Speaking on the ambitious plan, Mahaling…

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Odisha Water Resources Department Aims for 60% Budget Utilization by Q3 of FY 2024-25

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Department of Water Resources has set an ambitious target to utilize 60% of its budget by the end of the third quarter of the 2024-25 financial year, in line with guidelines issued by the Department of Finance. This directive was emphasized by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary (DC-cum-ACS) Anu Garg during a review…

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SJTA Files Complaint Against Illegal Encroachment of Lord Jagannath’s Land in Puri

Bhubaneswar: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has filed a formal complaint at Baselisahi Police Station against the illegal encroachment and attempted transfer of land belonging to Lord Jagannath in Matitota Mauza, Puri. The SJTA reported that 109 plots under Khata No-38 in Matitota Mauza have been targeted for encroachment. In response, the administration has…

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OSASICON 2024 Concludes at AIIMS Bhubaneswar; Odisha to Introduce Robotic Surgery in Healthcare

Bhubaneswar: The 39th Annual Conference of the Association of Surgeons of India (ASI) Odisha Chapter, OSASICON 2024, was held today at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. The event brought together esteemed medical professionals, including Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, Puri MP Dr. Sambit Patra, and other experts from the medical field. Addressing the gathering, Dr….

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National Press Day 2024: Ashwini Vaishnaw Highlight Media’s Role in Tackling Fake News, AI Challenges, and Upholding Democracy

New Delhi: The Press Council of India marked National Press Day 2024 with a grand celebration at the National Media Centre, New Delhi. The event, graced by Union Ministers Ashwini Vaishnaw and Dr. L. Murugan, along with Justice Ranjana Prakash Desai, Chairperson of the Press Council of India, brought together prominent figures to reflect on…

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Madhya Pradesh Unveils Commemorative Stamp for Sickle Cell Eradication Mission

Dhar: On Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, November 15, 2024, the Governor of Madhya Pradesh, Mangubhai Patel, and Chief Minister Mohan Yadav unveiled a commemorative postage stamp dedicated to the “Sickle Cell Eradication – 2047” initiative. The ceremony, held at PG College, Dhar, highlighted the state’s commitment to eradicating sickle cell anemia, particularly among tribal communities. The…

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India Secures Commanding 3-0 Victory Over China in Women’s Asian Champions Trophy

Rajgir: The Indian Women’s Hockey Team delivered a commanding 3-0 win against China in their penultimate group stage match at the Bihar Women’s Asian Champions Trophy 2024. The victory at the Rajgir Hockey Stadium solidified India’s position at the top of the table and further elevated Deepika, who now leads the tournament’s goal-scoring chart with…

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ICC Announces 2025 Men’s Champions Trophy Tour To Begin In Islamabad

Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that the 2025 Men’s Champions Trophy tour will start in Islamabad on Saturday. The trophy will also be displayed in the city’s famous landmarks like Daman-e-Koh, Faisal Mosque, and the Pakistan Monument, with legendary speedster Shoaib Akhtar marking his presence. The trophy tour is a promotional event before every…

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India Announces Squad For Special Olympics Asia Pacific Bocce And Bowling Competition

New Delhi: Special Olympics Bharat (SOB), the national federation promoting sports for athletes with intellectual disabilities, has announced a 16-member squad that will represent the country in the Special Olympics Asia Pacific Bocce and Bowling Competition, to be held from November 18 to 22 here at the Thyagaraj Sports Complex. The squad consists of eight athletes…

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