New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal (MoC) has achieved an unprecedented milestone by maintaining the highest ever coal stocks at thermal power plants, ensuring a consistent power supply across the nation during the peak demand period. As of June 16, 2024, coal stocks at thermal power plants exceeded 45 million tonnes (MT), a remarkable 31.71% increase…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant administrative reshuffle, several senior officers in Odisha have been reassigned to new positions, marking a strategic move to enhance the efficiency and functioning of various departments in the state. Satish Chandra Samal, a senior private secretary from the Home Department cadre, has been appointed as the Additional Private Secretary to Chief…
New Delhi: As a precursor to the 3rd edition of World Food India, Union Minister of Food Processing Industries, Chirag Paswan, and Union Minister of State for Food Processing Industries and Railways, Ravneet Singh, launched the official website and mobile application for World Food India 2024. The launch event highlighted the significance of the upcoming…
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….
