New Delhi: The online nominations and recommendations for the prestigious Padma Awards 2025, to be announced on Republic Day 2025, have commenced as of today. The deadline for submitting nominations for Padma Awards is September 15, 2024. Interested parties can submit their nominations through the Rashtriya Puraskar Portal (https://awards.gov.in). The Padma Awards, comprising Padma Vibhushan,…
Bhubaneswar: To alleviate the discomfort caused by the scorching heat, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has initiated the installation of temporary shelters at major traffic junctions across the city. As temperatures soar, citizens often find themselves exposed to the harsh sun while waiting at traffic points. BMC’s initiative aims to provide respite to pedestrians and…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a comprehensive forecast detailing various weather systems and warnings across different regions of the country. Northeast India and East India: A cyclonic circulation over northeast Bangladesh and a trough extending from Bihar to Nagaland are expected to bring widespread rainfall, thunderstorms, and gusty winds to Arunachal Pradesh, Assam,…
Astana (Kazakhstan): Indian boxers Aryan, Yashwardhan Singh, Priyanshu and Sahil marched into semifinals with confident wins at the Asian U-22 & Youth Boxing Championships 2024, here on Wednesday. Aryan gave India a perfect start with a 5-0 unanimous decision win against Uzbekistan’s Juraev Shakarboy in the 51kg category. His win was followed by Yashwardhan (63.5kg),…
Bhubaneswar: In the wake of the breeding season of saltwater crocodiles, Odisha has announced a three-month ban on the entry of tourists and visitors to Bhitarkanika National Park, effective from May 1. The decision, enforced by the Forest Department, aims to protect the nesting habitats of estuarine crocodiles and ensure minimal disruption during their mating…
Madrid: Rafael Nadal, a towering figure in the world of tennis, bid a heartfelt farewell to fans at the Madrid Open following his fourth-round defeat to Czech player Jiri Lehecka. The Spanish legend, a five-time champion at the tournament, faced a poignant moment as he concluded his remarkable journey at the ATP Masters 1000 event….
Kabul: Afghanistan has unveiled its 15-member squad for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024, slated to take place in the West Indies and the USA in June. The squad, led by star spinner Rashid Khan, features a blend of experienced players and promising youngsters, as per an ICC report. Compared to the previous…
Bhubaneswar: After enduring sweltering temperatures, Odisha has finally received respite from the scorching heat as rain showers graced the twin cities of Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, along with several other parts of the state. The refreshing rainfall, attributed to the Nor’wester phenomenon, has brought down the soaring temperatures across most parts of Odisha. Residents of the…
New Delhi: The Army Dental Centre of Research & Referral (ADC R&R) celebrated a significant milestone as it marked 25 years of establishment on May 1. To commemorate the occasion, General Officer Commanding in Chief, Western Command, Lieutenant General MK Katiyar, visited the Dental Centre and unveiled a Special Postal Cover. Joining him were Director General…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs marked the culmination of Swachhata Pakhwada, a fortnight-long cleanliness drive, which was celebrated from April 16th to April 30th, 2024. Aligned with the Swachhata Pakhwada Calendar for the year 2024, released by the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation, Government of India, the initiative aimed to promote cleanliness…
