New Delhi: The Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Pralhad Joshi, made an unannounced visit to the Food Corporation of India (FCI) headquarters today. Accompanied by Shri Sanjeev Chopra, Secretary of the Department of Food and Public Distribution, the visit aimed to gain firsthand insight into the operational dynamics and challenges…
Mumbai: “Human life is nothing but an intriguing game, an enigma filled with emotions and events. Let’s embrace and explore it to create something unique and appealing,” stated Director Nemil Shah at a masterclass held alongside the 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) today. The young and dynamic filmmaker shared his insights, emphasizing the profound…
New Delhi: In commemoration of World Sickle Cell Day 2024, the Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) in collaboration with the Birsa Munda Centre, AIIMS Delhi, organized a National Conclave aimed at raising awareness and halting the intergenerational transmission of Sickle Cell Disease (SCD). The event was graced by Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Jual Oram, and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant political development, Ranpur MLA Surama Padhy has filed her nomination for the prestigious position of Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The nomination was officially submitted on Wednesday. According to sources, Padhy filed her nomination in the presence of key political figures including Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Deputy Chief Ministers…
New Delhi: The provisional payroll data from the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) for April 2024 reveals a substantial increase in employment and social security coverage. A total of 16.47 lakh new employees were added to the ESIC scheme during the month, reflecting a positive trend in job creation and social security inclusion. Additionally, 18,490…
Turku, Finland: India’s javelin sensation Neeraj Chopra added another gold medal to his illustrious career, triumphing at the Paavo Nurmi Games 2024 athletics meet held in Turku, Finland, on Tuesday. The Olympic and world champion secured victory with a stellar throw of 85.97 meters in his third attempt, solidifying his form as he prepares to…
Mumbai: The 18th Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) hosted an enthralling ‘In-Conversation’ session with master cinematographer Santosh Sivan, titled ‘Visual Symbolism from Images to Narrative Meaning,’ at the NFDC complex today. Renowned for his contributions to Malayalam, Tamil, and Hindi cinema, as well as international projects, Sivan shared his profound insights on the art of cinematography….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to extend medical services to remote corners of Odisha, the state government has announced the construction of black-topped roads to villages with populations exceeding 100. This initiative aims to ensure that essential medical services reach even the most isolated communities. Minister of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, Rabi Narayan Nayak, made…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan chaired a crucial review meeting on Tuesday, directing departmental officials to ramp up efforts in combating the illicit liquor trade and addressing the menace of brown sugar consumption in the state. The meeting underscored the urgent need for proactive measures to curb these illegal activities. Minister Harichandan emphasized the…
Bhubaneswar Ganeshram Singh Khuntia, Minister of Forests, Environment, and Climate Change, underscored the government’s commitment to preserving Odisha’s natural heritage and integrating public participation in environmental conservation efforts. In a review meeting held at the Department of Forests, Environment, and Climate Change headquarters in Kharveh Bhawan, Minister Singh Khuntia emphasized the pivotal role of nature in…
