New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has reported a voter turnout of 65.68% in Phase 3 of the ongoing General Elections 2024, covering 93 Parliamentary Constituencies (PCs). This figure, announced in continuation of previous press notes dated May 7th and May 8th, reflects the active participation of citizens in shaping the democratic process….
London: James Anderson, one of cricket’s most celebrated pace bowlers, has announced his retirement from international cricket after England’s first Test of the summer at Lord’s, against West Indies. This announcement brings an end to a legendary career that began 21 years ago and has left an indelible mark on the sport. Anderson, who will…
Bengaluru: Salima Tete, recently appointed as the Captain of the Indian Women’s Hockey Team, provided her insights following an exhilarating six-match friendly series against South Africa, held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) here from May 3rd to May 11th. The series, marked by intense competition, served as a crucial platform for India to…
Bhubaneswar: Nandan, 17-year-old Royal Bengal Tiger residing at Odisha’s renowned Nandankanan Zoological Park, breathed his last on Saturday after battling a prolonged illness. Sources reveal that Nandan had been grappling with arthritis in his waist, rendering him unable to walk comfortably. The tiger had been under the care of veterinary orthopaedic specialists at the zoo’s…
Bhubaneswar: Responding to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s jibe over ‘forgetting’ the names of districts in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday night attacked PM Modi, accusing him of neglecting the Odia language, and ignoring the eminent personalities from the state while conferring the Bharat Ratna award. In a video message, CM Patnaik said the…
Bhubaneswar: The country’s top athletes gear up for the season’s inaugural domestic track and field competition, set to commence on Sunday at Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium. The four-day event, the 27th National Federation Senior Athletics Competition, promises thrilling contests, with over 700 athletes, including 180 female participants, ready to showcase their talent. A highlight of the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha, Nikunja Bihari Dhal, assured the public of elaborate arrangements for the smooth conduct of the first phase of simultaneous elections in the state. The voting is scheduled to take place in Kalahandi, Koraput, Nabarangpur, and Berhampur Lok Sabha seats along with 28 Assembly segments on May 13. Addressing…
Mumbai: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) Gen Anil Chauhan emphasized the pivotal role of technology in driving the Revolution in Military Affairs (RMA), stressing the amalgamation of current technologies and investments in emerging technologies. His remarks came during a gathering of scientists and engineers from the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) on the occasion of…
New Delhi: Secretary, Ministry of Mines, V L Kantha Rao, inaugurated the Registered Office of Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL) at Sansad Marg, New Delhi, in the presence of senior officials from the Ministry and KABIL. KABIL, a Joint Venture Company formed by NALCO, HCL, and MECL, the CPSEs under the Ministry of Mines, embarks…
New Delhi: The Ayurvigyan Auditorium at Army Hospital (R & R) resonated with appreciation and gratitude as International Nurses Day was celebrated with fervour and reverence. Maj Gen Kanwarjit Singh, Offg Commandant of Army Hospital (R&R), graced as the Chief Guest. International Nurses Day holds significant importance worldwide, commemorating the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale…
