Vientiane: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today emphasized the deepening of India’s relations with Southeast Asian countries, declaring the 21st century as the “Asian century” of India and ASEAN. Speaking at the India-ASEAN Summit in Vientiane, Laos, PM Modi highlighted that the ‘Act East’ policy, implemented over the last decade, has infused new energy and momentum…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, today chaired a joint meeting of senior officials from all Science Ministries and Departments to review the progress of ongoing projects and budget utilization. The meeting, aimed at fostering synergy and breaking down silos between departments, emphasized the need for…
New Delhi: The Indian Navy has declared 2024 as the ‘Year of Naval Civilians’ with a focus on inclusivity, innovation, and enhanced functional efficiency in Human Resources (HR) management. The initiative aims to create a more inclusive work environment and introduce welfare measures that elevate the quality of life for naval civilians. A key aspect…
Kochi: To facilitate the import of pet dogs and cats, Union Minister of State for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, George Kurian, today inaugurated a newly established Animal Quarantine & Certification Service (AQCS) at Cochin International Airport (CIAL) in Kochi, Kerala. This initiative is part of the government’s broader commitment to enhancing the “Ease of…
Chennai: Industrialists, entrepreneurs, and business enthusiasts from various sectors came together to explore the challenges and opportunities of hydrogen energy commercialization at a workshop aimed at fostering start-up ecosystems for hydrogen technologies. Organized by the International Advanced Research Centre for Powder Metallurgy and New Materials (ARCI), the event marked the celebration of National Hydrogen and…
Navi Mumbai: Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, urged the youth of India to take on the role of cultural ambassadors, safeguarding and promoting the country’s rich traditions and values. Speaking at the “Viksit Bharat Ambassador Yuva Connect” programme held at DY Patil Deemed To Be University in Navi Mumbai, Shekhawat highlighted…
Bhubaneswar: Ratan Tata, the chairman emeritus of Tata Sons and one of India’s most revered industrialists, has passed away at the age of 86. His death marks the end of an era for the Tata Group, a conglomerate that has played a significant role in shaping India’s industrial landscape. Just days before his passing, Tata…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government on Wednesday approved a 4% increase in dearness allowance (DA) for employees of State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs), raising it from 46% to 50%, effective from January 1, 2024. The hike applies to employees drawing pay under the Revised Scale of Pay, 2017. The Public Enterprises Department issued an Office Memorandum…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to reduce man-animal conflicts, the Odisha Forest Department has unveiled a comprehensive blueprint to relocate 756 villages located in the state’s protected forest areas. The affected villagers will be moved to other regions with financial assistance under the state government’s resettlement scheme. The plan, while aimed at improving wildlife conservation and…
Bhubaneswar: Minister of State for Food Supply and Camp Welfare, Krushna Chandra Patra, convened a crucial meeting today with representatives of petrol, diesel, and LPG distributors, along with state organizations, to address key issues in the sector and safeguard consumer interests. The meeting, held at the Odisha State Food Supply Corporation office in Nayapalli, Bhubaneswar,…
