Mumbai: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, today attended the centenary year celebration of the Maharashtra Legislative Council in Mumbai (September 3, 2024). Speaking at the event, she praised the Legislative Council for its vital role in reflecting the hopes and aspirations of the people of Maharashtra since its inception, while also serving as a responsive Upper…
New Delhi: In a major boost to India’s agricultural sector, Union Minister for Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, today launched the AgriSURE Scheme, an ambitious fund designed to support agricultural and rural start-ups. The AgriSURE – Agri Fund for Start-ups & Rural Enterprises, launched in New Delhi, aims to drive growth in the…
New Delhi: Arjun Ram Meghwal, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Law & Justice, launched the new Notary Portal (https://notary.gov.in) today in a ceremony organized by the Department of Law & Justice in New Delhi. This digital platform is aimed at simplifying and streamlining the processes related to notary services, moving towards a…
New Delhi: A significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed today between the National Test House (NTH), Department of Consumer Affairs, and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power. The collaboration aims to bolster the Standards & Labelling (S&L) Program, a key initiative for promoting energy efficiency across India. The MoU was signed…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to unveil the Subhadra Yojana, a significant financial assistance scheme, on September 17 at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. The program will be graced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, who will distribute Subhadra cards to the first batch of beneficiaries. A crucial meeting of the Subhadra Yojana State Level Management…
Bhubaneswar: The Climate Resilience Cell (CRC) was officially inaugurated today at Krushi Bhavan by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. This marks a significant advancement in Odisha’s commitment to enhancing climate resilience within its agricultural sector. The CRC, established under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (DAFE), is tasked with the implementation and…
Bhubaneswar: The 45th Foundation Day of the Odisha Tourism Development Corporation (OTDC) was celebrated today at Panthanivas in Bhubaneswar, highlighting the state’s growing prominence in the tourism sector. The event was graced by Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Women and Child Development, Mission Energy, and Tourism, Phamagi Parida, as the chief guest. In her…
Debrigarh: Khersel, a 65-year-old captive elephant under the care of the Hirakud Wildlife Division, passed away on September 2, due to natural causes related to old age. The elephant’s peaceful passing occurred in the presence of a veterinary team from Burla Medical and its longtime mahout, Hemachandra Bhue. Khersel had been receiving medical treatment for…
Ganjam: In the coastal village of Ganjam, Odisha, where traditional norms often dictate the roles of girls, Gauri’s story is one of resilience and determination. Despite living in a society where a girl’s education is often undervalued, Gauri, a young girl with big dreams, is navigating the challenges of her upbringing and community expectations to…
Mumbai, The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has been awarded the prestigious Gold Award for “Application of Emerging Technologies for Providing Citizen-Centric Services” at the 27th National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG) held in Mumbai. The award is part of the National Awards for e-Governance (NAeG), which is organized by the Department of Administrative Reforms and…
