January 3, 2026

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DST and British Council Launch Women in Space Leadership Programme to Foster Gender Equity in Space Sciences

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New Delhi: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with the British Council launched the Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) on September 24, 2024, under the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI). The initiative is aimed at strengthening gender-inclusive practices in space sciences by creating a strategic leadership framework that fosters women’s…

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Ministry of Textiles Introduces Mandatory Quality Standards for Medical Textiles

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New Delhi: To enhance public health and safety, the Ministry of Textiles has issued the Medical Textiles (Quality Control) Order, 2023, which will come into effect on October 1, 2024. The landmark regulation introduces stringent quality standards for essential medical textile products such as sanitary napkins, baby diapers, reusable sanitary pads, and dental bibs. Under…

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Odisha CM Reviews Steel and Mines Department, Calls for Boost in Mining Production and Revenue

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Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi conducted a comprehensive review of the Steel and Mines Department’s work procedures on Tuesday, emphasizing the need for enhanced production and revenue generation from the state’s mineral resources. During the meeting, Surendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government for Steel and Mines, provided a detailed overview of the…

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Odisha Govt Announces Financial Aid for Flood-Affected Residents of Balasore

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Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a comprehensive financial aid package for the flood-affected residents of Balasore, following the directive of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The aid aims to provide relief to families whose homes, livelihoods, and agricultural land have been damaged by the recent floods. As part of the relief package, the government…

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Odisha Govt to Conduct Quality Check on Ghee Used in Shree Jagannath Temple Amid Controversy

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Puri: In view of recent controversy over the alleged use of animal fat in the famous Tirupati laddoos in Andhra Pradesh, the Odisha Government has announced plans to conduct a quality check on the ghee used at the revered Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri. Although there have been no accusations regarding the purity of the…

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Odisha Govt Approves ₹4,954 Crore Worth of Projects, Creating Over 24,000 Jobs

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Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to Odisha’s economic landscape, the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) has approved 31 innovative projects worth ₹4,954.26 crore at its 131st meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. These projects are expected to generate 24,162 new jobs, spanning diverse sectors and reinforcing Odisha’s position as a premier investment…

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Odisha CM Felicitates WorldSkills Lyon 2024 Participants, Announces Skill Development Movement

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Bhubaneswar: In a proud moment for Odisha, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today felicitated the state’s participants in the prestigious WorldSkills Lyon 2024 competition at a ceremony held at Lok Seva Bhavan. The event highlighted Odisha’s growing prominence in the global skills arena, as the state’s youth excelled on the international stage. Amaresh Sahu, from Deogarh…

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MoHUA Hosts Workshop on Urban Poverty Alleviation, Unveils Pilot Programme for States and Cities

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New Delhi: The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) organized a key workshop on Urban Poverty Alleviation, bringing together policy makers and urban leaders from across the country. The event, held on September 23, 2024, aimed to explore innovative methods to address poverty in urban areas and pilot a new programme aimed at alleviating…

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Union Minister Annpurna Devi Launches ‘Kuposhan Mukt Jharkhand’ Initiative in Koderma

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Koderma: In a significant step towards enhancing child and maternal welfare, Union Minister for Women and Child Development, Annpurna Devi, chaired the “Kuposhan Mukt Jharkhand” event in Koderma today. Organized by the District Administration, the event aimed to bolster nutrition and education efforts across the state. The program featured the Poshan Oath, discussions on “Beti…

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Wabtec Locomotive Private Limited Expands Plant Capabilities to Export Locomotives to Africa

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New Delhi: Wabtec Locomotive Private Limited, a joint venture between Indian Railways and Wabtec, is set to achieve a significant milestone as it expands the capabilities of its Marhowra plant in Bihar to manufacture locomotives for export to Africa. This will mark the first time the plant produces locomotives for a global customer, positioning India as…

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