New York: NASA and the Italian Space Agency have made history by successfully acquiring and tracking Earth-based navigation signals on the Moon for the first time. On March 3, the Lunar GNSS Receiver Experiment (LuGRE) demonstrated that signals from the Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS) can be received and tracked on the lunar surface, paving…
Lahore: New Zealand secured a place in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025 final against India after a commanding 50-run victory over South Africa in the second semifinal at Gaddafi Stadium on Wednesday. Batting first, New Zealand posted a record-breaking 362/6, the highest total in the tournament’s history, courtesy of Rachin Ravindra’s scintillating 108 and Kane…
Dubai: Australian cricket star Steve Smith has announced his retirement from One-Day Internationals (ODIs), concluding a remarkable 14-year career in the 50-over format. Smith will remain available for selection in Test matches and T20 Internationals, focusing on his future in these formats. Smith made the announcement shortly after Australia’s semi-final defeat to India in the…
Bhubaneswar: IPS officer Jagmohan Meena has officially taken charge as the new Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of Bhubaneswar, succeeding Pinak Mishra. A 2013-batch officer, Meena emphasized his commitment to ensuring law and order while prioritizing citizen-centric policing. Speaking at a press conference after assuming office, Meena highlighted the importance of swift investigations and immediate…
Bhubaneswar: To promote coffee cultivation in Odisha, MJ Dinesh, Chairman of the Coffee Board, met with Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, the Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture, Farmer Empowerment, and Energy, at Lok Seva Bhawan today. The meeting focused on exploring ways to enhance coffee production and expand market access for Odisha’s growing coffee…
Bhubaneswar: In a major step toward improving railway safety and supporting higher train speeds, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has embarked on an extensive safety fencing project across its jurisdiction. The initiative aims to bolster safety measures, reduce unauthorized access, and protect wildlife, while enhancing the operational efficiency of the rail network. A total of 2,792…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is embarking on a transformative journey to reshape its urban landscape with the launch of the Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanisation & Reforms (ANKUR) initiative. In a key development, Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development (H&UD), Usha Padhee chaired a high-level meeting with senior officials and urban experts to outline the framework for…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has introduced a new colour code for all government and PM-SHRI schools in the state. The walls of the school buildings will be painted in shades of orange frost, with orange tan borders. The new colour code will be applied to all school buildings during construction, repairs, and renovations, replacing all…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Panchayati Raj hosted the National Convention on Model Women-Friendly Gram Panchayats in New Delhi, an event aimed at making every district in India home to at least one Gram Panchayat that prioritizes the needs and safety of women and girls. The convention was a part of the celebrations for International…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the Revision of the Livestock Health and Disease Control Programme (LHDCP), a significant initiative aimed at improving the health and productivity of livestock across India. The scheme, which will run for two years (2024-25 and 2025-26), has a total outlay of Rs….
