World Skill Center in Odisha Hosts Graduation Ceremony, Launches New Initiatives to Empower Youth

Bhubaneswar: The fourth graduation ceremony of the World Skill Center (WSC), a premier global skilling facility established by the Odisha state government, was held in Bhubaneswar on Monday. Minister of Industries, Skill Development, and Technical Education, Sampad Chandra Swain, graced the occasion as the chief guest, congratulating the students who successfully completed their training in…

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Odisha Leads Dialogue on Reviving Neglected Crops and Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Rural Agriculture

Bhubaneswar: A series of insightful sessions in Bhubaneswar recently highlighted the state’s efforts to revive neglected crops and empower women entrepreneurs, with a focus on sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate resilience. Organized in collaboration with Mission Shakti and supported by various organizations, the event brought together prominent leaders, experts, and progressive farmers to discuss…

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Odisha’s Climate-Resilient Irrigation Project Empowers Farmers and Enhances Agricultural Sustainability in Ganjam District

Bhubaneswar: Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Department of Water Resources, Odisha, visited Ganjam district on Sunday to review sustainable irrigation initiatives under the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA). During her visit, she interacted with members of the Radhakrishna Pani Panchayat in Chhatrapur block, hearing firsthand about the positive impact…

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Approves Rs. 725.62 Crore for Fire Services Expansion in Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and West Bengal

New Delhi: In a move aimed at enhancing fire services infrastructure, a High-Level Committee (HLC) chaired by Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah has sanctioned projects worth Rs. 725.62 crore under the “Expansion and Modernization of Fire Services in the States” initiative. The funding, distributed among three states, allocates Rs. 147.76 crore…

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Indian and Sri Lankan Coast Guards Reinforce Maritime Cooperation at 7th Annual High-Level Meeting

Colombo: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCG) convened for the 7th Annual High-Level Meeting in Colombo today, marking a significant step in collaborative efforts to strengthen maritime security in the region. The four-member ICG delegation, led by Director General S. Paramesh, and the SLCG delegation, headed by Director General Rear…

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India Hosts 25th SATRC Meeting in New Delhi, Advocates for Digital Inclusivity and Regional Cooperation

New Delhi: The Minister for Communications, Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, inaugurated the 25th Meeting of the South Asian Telecommunication Regulators’ Council (SATRC-25) in New Delhi today, emphasizing the platform’s potential as a hub for collaboration and policy innovation in the digital age. “As India emerges as the Voice of the Global South, SATRC-25 will serve as…

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NIFTEM-K Celebrates Fifth Convocation, Honoring Graduates and Advancements in Food Technology

Kundli: The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM-K) held its fifth convocation ceremony, celebrating the achievements of 764 graduates. Anita Praveen, Secretary of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), served as the Chief Guest, with Minhaj Alam, Additional Secretary of MoFPI, and Pankkaj Aggarwal, Managing Director of Haldiram, attending as Guests…

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55th International Film Festival of India: A Grand Celebration of Global Cinema Kicks Off in Goa

Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is set to captivate audiences in Goa from November 20 to 28, 2024. Organized by the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, in partnership with the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) and the Entertainment Society of Goa (ESG), IFFI 2024 promises an unforgettable celebration of cinema with…

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