India’s First Agri-Food Biomanufacturing Institute Inaugurated to Revolutionize Agriculture through Biotechnology

New Delhi: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and other portfolios, inaugurated India’s first Biomanufacturing Institute, the BRIC-National Agri-Food Bio-Manufacturing Institute (BRIC-NABI), dedicated to advancing the agri-food sector through cutting-edge biotechnology. The new complex aims to foster agricultural innovation, create jobs, and support eco-friendly practices as…

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India’s MAHA-EV Mission Rallies Experts to Drive E-Mobility Innovations

New Delhi: India’s push toward a sustainable electric mobility ecosystem took a significant step forward as researchers, industry leaders, and experts from across the country convened for the MAHA Electric Vehicle (EV) Mission stakeholder meeting. Hosted under the Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas (MAHA), the meeting held at Vigyan Bhawan fostered collaboration on India’s…

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Odisha CM Conducts Damage Assessment Post-Cyclone Dana, Calls for Swift Relief Measures

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi convened a high-level review meeting on Sunday at the Special Relief Commissioner’s (SRC) office to evaluate the aftermath of Cyclone Dana, directing officials to submit a comprehensive damage assessment report by November 2. The report, he said, will expedite the delivery of assistance to affected residents. Earlier in the…

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Odisha’s CRUT Wins Best Public Transport Award for Mo Bus and Mo-E Ride

Gandhinagar: Odisha’s Capital Region Urban Transport (CRUT), known for its technology-driven and citizen-friendly services through Mo Bus and Mo-E Ride, has been awarded the ‘City with the Best Public Transport System’ at the 17th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Expo. Organized annually by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, the prestigious award was…

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Bhubaneswar Shines at 17th Urban Mobility India Conference, Wins Best Public Transport System Award

Gandhinagar: Bhubaneswar emerged as a standout city at the 17th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference & Exhibition 2024, winning the prestigious “Best Public Transport System” award. Held at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, the three-day event spotlighted sustainable urban mobility and recognized Bhubaneswar’s achievements in transforming its public transit infrastructure. Union Minister Manohar Lal, in his…

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New SOP Launched to Strengthen Protection of Women and Children on Railways

Bhubaneswar: To safeguard women and children on railway premises, the Railway Protection Force (RPF) in collaboration with the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) launched an updated Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) on October 25, 2024, at Rail Bhawan, New Delhi. This comprehensive SOP provides a robust framework for protecting children and addressing incidents of…

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Tiger Translocation: Similipal Tiger Reserve Receives Royal Bengal Tiger from Maharashtra

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has welcomed a Royal Bengal Tiger from Maharashtra, which will be rehabilitated in the core area of Similipal Tiger Reserve in Mayurbhanj district, marking a significant step in efforts to bolster the state’s big cat population. A special team from Similipal Tiger Reserve transported the tiger from Maharashtra’s Tadoba-Andhari Tiger Reserve on Sunday….

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Twin City Police Introduce Body Cameras at Reception Desks to Enhance Transparency and Accountability

Bhubaneswar: In a move to enhance transparency and accountability at police stations, the Twin City Commissionerate Police on Sunday launched a pilot project equipping officers at the reception desks with body cameras. This initiative aims to monitor and record interactions between police personnel and complainants, providing an additional layer of protection and oversight. The launch…

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