New Delhi: In a significant achievement, Indian Railways transported 65 lakh passengers on 4,521 special trains between October 1 and November 5, 2024, meeting the heightened travel demand during this year’s Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja festivals. These additional services ensured smooth and comfortable travel for millions across the country, demonstrating Indian Railways’ commitment…
New Delhi: In a collaborative effort to enhance experiential learning for students, the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL), under the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today. This five-year partnership aims to provide internship opportunities for undergraduate…
Bhubaneswar: Marking the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda, Odisha’s Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Research and Training Institute (SCSTRTI) wrapped up a three-day painting workshop, spotlighting the legacy of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas. Held at the Kalinga Art Gallery in the Odisha State Museum, the workshop brought together 30 artists from across the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasized the importance of animal husbandry in strengthening farmers’ financial stability, especially for small, medium, and landless farmers. Speaking at the 23rd General Session of the Odisha State Non-Gazetted Veterinary Professionals Association, Majhi remarked that animal husbandry remains one of the most effective ways to increase rural incomes, offering…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced that the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Preliminary Examination 2023 will now be held on December 15, 2024. Originally slated for October 27, the exam was postponed following Cyclonic Storm Dana, which impacted parts of Odisha. In an official notification, the OPSC confirmed the new tentative date,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is poised to play a critical role in India’s expanding titanium industry, thanks to a newly signed MoU between an Indo-Kazakh joint venture and Kamenogorsk Titanium and Magnesium Plant JSC (UKTMP JSC) of Kazakhstan. The partnership is expected to fast-track titanium slag production and increase exports globally, paving the way for further developments…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to enhance passenger safety and curb reckless driving, Odisha’s Urban Development Minister, Krushna Chandra Mohapatra, announced new speed and safety measures for “Mo Bus” vehicles. The city buses will now be limited to a maximum speed of 40 km per hour within city limits, with speed governors installed in each vehicle…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha took the global spotlight at the World Tourism Market (WTM) 2024 as Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the Odisha Pavilion at the prestigious event held at the Excel Centre in London. Parida’s presence was honored with a special felicitation, underscoring Odisha’s growing significance in global tourism. Parida was joined by several notable…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today extended heartfelt congratulations to Donald Trump on his historic victory in the United States Presidential Election, emphasizing a renewed commitment to the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership. In a post shared on X, PM Modi expressed his optimism for the future of India-US relations under Trump’s leadership,…
New Delhi: In a significant step toward bridging India’s digital divide, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), has partnered with the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) to develop an innovative millimeter wave transceiver aimed at enhancing 5G rural connectivity. This collaboration, part of the Telecom Technology…
