Bhubaneswar: To strengthen the agricultural sector, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, announced several significant measures for farmers’ welfare and development on Saturday. Key among these initiatives is the establishment of cold storage facilities across 58 subdivisions in the state, which is expected to greatly benefit farmers by preserving their produce and reducing post-harvest losses….
Hamburg: France has secured a place in the Euro 2024 semi-finals after a dramatic penalty shootout victory over Portugal, winning 5-3 in Friday’s quarter-final match at the Volksparkstadion in Hamburg. This victory sets up an exciting semi-final clash against Spain. The match was notable for its cautious and tense nature, particularly in the first half, which…
Hyderabad: Sumita Dawra, Secretary, Ministry of Labour & Employment, Government of India, participated in an industry interaction organized by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and the Employers’ Federation of India (EFI) in Hyderabad. The event focused on the significant strides India has made in labour reforms and employment generation, aiming to foster dialogue between government…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC has announced the appointment of Anthony Fernandes as the club’s new assistant coach, succeeding Floyd Pinto, who departs due to personal reasons. The club extends its best wishes to Floyd for his future endeavors. Anthony Fernandes brings a wealth of experience and a distinguished career in Indian football, having transitioned from a…
Bhubaneswar: The first session of the 17th Odisha Legislative Assembly is scheduled to commence from July 22, with the State government slated to present its annual budget for the fiscal year 2024-25 on July 25. Governor Raghubar Das will inaugurate the session with his customary address on July 22, marking the beginning of legislative proceedings…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at augmenting the tiger population, the Odisha forest department has announced plans to bring five Royal Bengal Tigers (RBT), including four tigresses, to the state from Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra by the end of October this year. The Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife) informed about the initiative, highlighting…
New Delhi: The National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) has announced the rescheduling of the NEET PG 2024 examination to August 11, 2024. Originally slated for June 23, 2024, the postponement was officially communicated by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW). NEET PG is a critical national-level entrance examination for admission…
Bhubaneswar: The powerful Odia play ‘Septemberara 30 Dina,’ which addresses the grave issue of child sexual abuse, captivated audiences and urged them to break the silence surrounding this critical social problem. Produced by the Institute of Knowledge Societies, the play’s inaugural performance took place at Bhanja Kala Mandap on Friday evening, with a second show…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Odisha government has appointed Housing and Urban Development (H&UD) Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra as the Chairman for all Development Authorities in the state. This decision, formalized through a notification issued by the H&UD Department on July 4, consolidates leadership under Minister Mahapatra across multiple key urban development bodies. As…
Bhubaneswar: Timely and abundant monsoon rains have given a significant boost to kharif crops this year, particularly benefitting key horticultural crops like onion, tomato, and potato. According to the Ministry of Agriculture’s assessment in collaboration with state governments, the targeted area for kharif sowing of these major vegetables has seen a notable increase compared to…
