Odisha Deputy CM Urges Agricultural Machinery Firms to Set Up Local Repair Centers for Farmers’ Benefit

Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, KV Singh Deo, called on agricultural machinery manufacturers to establish local sales and repair centers across Odisha to meet the needs of the state’s small and micro-farmers. At a meeting held at the Krushi Bhavan Auditorium, Singh Deo emphasized the importance of these centers,…

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Odisha Minister Urges Collective Action for Wildlife Protection at 70th State Wildlife Week

Bhubaneswar: In a significant push for wildlife conservation, Odisha’s Minister of Forests, Environment, and Climate Change, Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia, unveiled new digital tools and reinforced the state’s commitment to safeguarding its rich biodiversity. Speaking at the 70th State Wildlife Week celebrations in Bhubaneswar, the Minister emphasized the critical role of public cooperation, media, and…

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Make-in-Odisha 2025 Aims to Attract Over ₹5 Lakh Crore in Investments

New Delhi: The Make-in-Odisha 2025 Conclave, held in New Delhi, set an ambitious target to attract investments exceeding ₹5 lakh crore, positioning Odisha as a premier destination for industrial growth and development. The event was spearheaded by Odisha’s Chief Minister, Mohan Majhi, and saw participation from ambassadors representing 34 nations, industry leaders, and sector representatives….

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Workshop on ‘Volunteering for Ullas’ Engages Over 18,000 Students from Teacher Education Institutions

New Delhi: In a significant step towards fostering youth volunteerism and achieving full literacy across India, Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of the Department of School Education and Literacy (DoSE&L), Ministry of Education, presided over a virtual workshop today with students from Teacher Education Institutions (TEIs). The workshop, organized by the National Council for Teacher Education (NCTE),…

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Khelo India General Council Meeting Focuses on Draft Sports Policy, Infrastructure Development, and Athlete Welfare

New Delhi: The 4th General Council (GC) meeting of the Khelo India Scheme was held today under the chairmanship of Union Minister for Youth Affairs, Sports, and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya. The meeting, held in New Delhi, brought together senior officials from various states, representatives from National Sports Federations, Sports Control Boards, and…

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Odisha’s First Independent Leopard Census Counts 696 Big Cats

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is now home to 696 leopards, according to the first-ever independent Leopard Census conducted by the state’s Forest Department. This newly released report marks a significant step in wildlife conservation, offering a clearer picture of the leopard population within the state. Previously, estimates of leopard numbers in Odisha had varied. A report by…

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India-U.S. CEO Forum Strengthens Bilateral Economic Ties in Washington DC

Washington DC: The India-U.S. CEO Forum, co-chaired by Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, and U.S. Secretary of Commerce, Gina Raimondo, convened today in Washington D.C. to bolster economic cooperation between the two nations. The forum served as a platform for private sector leaders to provide recommendations to both governments, aimed at deepening…

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Indian Navy Launches Third 25T Bollard Pull Tug, Ashva, Built Under ‘Make in India’ Initiative

Kolkata: To boost India’s maritime capabilities, the third 25-tonne Bollard Pull (BP) Tug, Ashva (Yard 337), was launched today by Commodore Ajay Yadav, Naval Officer-in-Charge (West Bengal), at Titagarh Rail Systems Limited (TRSL) in Kolkata. This vessel, a proud representation of the “Make in India” initiative, is part of a series of six tugs being…

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Union Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates Development Projects Worth ₹919 Crore in Gujarat

Ahmedabad: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, today inaugurated and laid the foundation for development projects worth ₹919 crore in Gujarat, which include various initiatives by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation (AMC). Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel, along with other dignitaries, was also present during the event. Beginning his address with Navratri greetings,…

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Conference on Maritime Decarbonization in India Concludes, Paving Way for a Green Maritime Future

New Delhi: The Conference on Maritime Decarbonization in India, co-hosted by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) and the Asian Development Bank (ADB), concluded today at Le Meridien, New Delhi. The event brought together over 200 delegates, including leaders from key Indian ports, government officials, industry stakeholders, international experts, and academia to discuss…

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