Pune: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today virtually dedicated the Bidkin Industrial Area (BIA) in Maharashtra to the nation, marking a significant step forward in India’s industrial growth. The event, held at Auric Hall, was attended by Maharashtra’s Governor Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, Chief Minister Eknath Shinde, and other key dignitaries, as the Prime Minister joined the proceedings…
New Delhi: As India celebrates ten years of the transformative “Make in India” initiative, Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, today emphasized the need for the Indian industry to prioritize the production of high-quality goods that adhere to sustainable practices. Speaking at an interactive session with over 140 CEOs from companies benefiting from the…
Rameswaram: Tamil Nadu’s Sekar Patchai and Tanvi Jagdish dominated the Men’s and Women’s Technical categories, respectively, on the first day of the Palkbay Stand-Up Paddle (SUP) Challenge 2024, held at Pirappanvalasi Beach. The national SUP championship, organized by Quest Academy under the aegis of the Surfing Federation of India, saw thrilling competition across all categories….
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Cabinet has officially approved the launch of the Mukhyamantri Kamadhenu Yojana (MKY), a comprehensive state sector umbrella scheme designed to enhance milk production across the state. The initiative will span five years, from the Financial Year 2024-25 to 2028-29, with a substantial budgetary outlay of ₹1,423.47 crore. The MKY encompasses various…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet on Saturday granted post facto approval for the revision of the fee structure for the Advocate General’s appearances before the High Court, Supreme Court, and various authorities and tribunals. This move comes in response to the substantial increase in the price index and the changing socio-economic conditions in the state. According…
Bhubaneswar: The 2nd ProDG Classical Chess Tournament, organized by the Professional Chess Training Academy (PRO-CHESS-TA) in collaboration with the Sports & Youth Services Department, began today with over 100 participants competing for top honors. The tournament, running from 28th September to 2nd October, is set to be one of the most prestigious state-level chess events this…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance transparency and promote informed decision-making, the Odisha Cabinet on Saturday approved the ‘Data Dissemination Policy of Official Statistics, 2024’ for the Directorate of Economics & Statistics (DE&S) under the Planning & Convergence Department. According to an official press release, the policy will provide a comprehensive framework for the timely release of statistical…
New Delhi: In a spectacular tribute to the Indian Air Force’s (IAF) 92nd anniversary, a 7,000-kilometer-long car rally named ‘Vayu Veer Vijeta’ is set to be organized, traveling from Thoise in Ladakh to Tawang in Arunachal Pradesh. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will give a ceremonial send-off to the rally at the National War Memorial, New…
New Delhi: On the eve of World Rabies Day, Alka Upadhyaya, Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, chaired a National Webinar aimed at ramping up the country’s efforts to eliminate dog-mediated rabies. The virtual event saw participation from over 1,000 attendees, including officers from State…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi delivered a compelling address at the concluding session of the two-day conference of Collectors and Superintendents of Police (SPs), emphasizing the need for accountability, transparency, and public trust in law enforcement. Majhi praised the Odisha Police as “disciplined, people-oriented, and efficient,” while also highlighting areas for improvement, particularly in…
