Apurva Chandra Delivers Concluding Remarks at 77th World Health Assembly

Geneva: Apurva Chandra, Secretary of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, delivered the concluding remarks to the plenary at the 77th World Health Assembly yesterday. As the Chair of Committee A, Chandra presented a comprehensive report on the committee’s work over the past six days, highlighting the intense agenda and rich discussions that culminated…

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World Health Assembly Adopts Landmark Amendments to International Health Regulations

Geneva: In a historic stride towards bolstering global health security, the 77th World Health Assembly has adopted a comprehensive package of amendments to the International Health Regulations (IHR 2005). This significant development comes in response to 300 proposals from member countries, following the lessons learned during the Covid-19 pandemic. The targeted amendments are designed to…

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EPFO Streamlines Member Data Rectification with New Digital SOP

New Delhi: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organization (EPFO), one of the world’s largest social security organizations, has significantly enhanced its member services with the operationalization of a new Standard Operating Process (SOP) for online member data rectification. This move, effective from August 22, 2023, aims to ensure the integrity and consistency of member data, crucial…

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India Concludes Peaceful Polling for the 18th Lok Sabha General Election

New Delhi: The General Elections for the 18th Lok Sabha concluded today with the peaceful polling of the seventh and final phase. Voting commenced across 57 Parliamentary Constituencies (PCs) and recorded an approximate voter turnout of 59.45% as of 8:45 PM. In Odisha, 42 Assembly Constituencies went to polls simultaneously with the Parliamentary Constituencies. With…

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INS Shivalik Departs Singapore for Japan, Continuing Mission in South China Sea and Pacific Ocean

Singapore: The Indian Navy’s INS Shivalik, currently on a mission deployment to the South China Sea and Pacific Ocean, departed from Singapore on May 30, 2024, heading towards Yokosuka, Japan. The deployment underscores India’s commitment to fostering maritime security and cooperation in the region under the framework of Security and Growth for All in the…

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CM Naveen Patnaik Condoles demise of Maguni Charan Kuanr, Last Rites with State Honour

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of renowned puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charan Kuanr, who died at the age of 88 following a prolonged illness at his home in Keonjhar. In his condolence message, the Chief Minister lauded Guru Maguni Kuanr’s immense contribution to reviving the endangered puppet dance…

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Noted Odisha Puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charan Kuanr Passes Away at 88

Bhubaneswar: Renowned Odisha puppeteer Padma Shri Maguni Charana Kuanra passed away this morning at the age of 88. He breathed his last at his home in Keonjhar after a prolonged battle with age-related illnesses. President Droupadi Murmu had awarded Maguni Charana Kuanra the prestigious Padma Shri in 2023, recognizing his significant contributions to the traditional…

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