Bhubaneswar: Retired IAS officers R Balakrishnan and Suresh Chandra Mahapatra, who were serving as Chief Advisor, Special Initiatives, and Chief Advisor, Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) respectively, have resigned from their posts. They resigned a day after the election verdict came. The General Administration & Public Grievance Department has accepted their resignations, effective from the forenoon…
New Delhi: In a significant step towards strengthening bilateral investment cooperation, the first meeting of the Joint Task Force on Investment (JTFI) between the Republic of India and the State of Qatar was convened today in New Delhi. The Joint Task Force was co-chaired by Ajay Seth, Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry…
Leh: A workshop and training program on the Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) for State and District Nodal Officers of Himachal Pradesh, the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh was conducted today in Leh. The program was inaugurated by Jagat Hazarika, Advisor (Statistics), Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry…
New Delhi: The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has announced financial assistance to M/s Krishigati Pvt. Ltd., Pune, for the development of electric vehicle (EV) technology tailored for intercultural farming operations. The project, titled “Axle-Less Multipurpose Electric Vehicle for Modern and Precision Farming,” represents a significant step towards…
Bhubaneswar: In response to reports of some private hospitals denying cashless treatment to beneficiaries of the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY), the Odisha government on Thursday reiterated that the health facility scheme remains very much active and is supported by an approved budget. The state government urged empanelled hospitals to continue providing treatment to BSKY…
Bhubaneswar: The latest Odisha Elephant Census has revealed the presence of 2,098 elephants across 38 Forest Divisions in the state, marking an increase of 122 elephants since the last census in 2017. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Susant Nanda shared these findings on Wednesday, noting a nearly stable population with a male-to-female ratio of…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC is delighted to announce the contract extension of captain Carlos Delgado, securing his presence with the club until 2026. The Spanish defender played a pivotal role in Odisha FC’s exceptional 2023-24 season, featuring in 37 matches across major competitions, including the Indian Super League (ISL), AFC Cup, and Kalinga Super Cup. Throughout…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Environment Day, community volunteers dedicated to the conservation of the mangrove ecosystem in disaster-prone Balasore district, Odisha, have been applauded for their tireless efforts. Their commitment to preserving the mangroves has garnered recognition from higher authorities in the state government, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing conservation efforts….
New Delhi: The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), India’s premier telecom R&D centre, has been honored with the UN’s WSIS 2024 “Champion” Award for its groundbreaking project “Mobile-Enabled Disaster Resilience through Cell Broadcast Emergency Alerting.” This accolade, recognized under AI, C-7, E-environment, and in the category of ‘Benefits in all aspects of life –…
New Delhi: The National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) at Jaipur House in New Delhi is set to host an extraordinary exhibition to commemorate the 350th anniversary of the grand coronation of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. Titled “Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: Celebration of the 350th Anniversary of the Great Coronation,” this exhibition will be inaugurated on June…
