Chandipur: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) marked a significant achievement today as it conducted a successful flight-test of the Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile (ITCM) from the Integrated Test Range (ITR), Chandipur, situated off the coast of Odisha. The test, which took place on April 18, 2024, showcased exemplary performance across all subsystems, meeting or exceeding expectations.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant political development, renowned Ollywood actor Varsha Priyadarshini officially joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday. The induction ceremony took place at the BJD headquarters, Sankha Bhawan, where Rajya Sabha MP Sasmit Patra welcomed her into the party. Varsha Priyadarshini, known for her notable contributions to the Odia film industry, has…
Bhubaneswar: With the electoral fervour gripping the state, Odisha braces itself for the commencement of the electoral process as the Gazette notification for the first phase of elections has been officially issued. As per the schedule unveiled by the Election Commission, the window for filing nominations opens today, April 18, and will remain open until…
Bhubaneswar: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) made a significant announcement on Thursday, revealing the party’s nominees for four key Assembly seats in Odisha. The selections were finalized by the Congress Central Election Committee in preparation for the upcoming elections to the Odisha Legislative Assembly. The following candidates have been chosen to represent the Congress…
Barcelona: Spanish tennis player Roberto Bautista Agut reached a significant milestone in his career at the ongoing Barcelona Open by securing his 400th win in singles on the ATP Tour. The wildcard entrant achieved this feat after defeating Italian Andrea Vavassori in a hard-fought battle on Wednesday. In a thrilling encounter, Bautista Agut emerged victorious…
Barcelona: Rafael Nadal’s journey at the Barcelona Open came to an unexpected halt after he suffered a straight-sets defeat against Alex de Minaur on Wednesday. Fourth-seeded de Minaur secured a spot in the third round with a commanding 7-5, 6-1 victory over Nadal, marking a significant upset in the tournament. The intense battle lasted one…
Ahmedabad: Delhi Capitals clinched a convincing six-wicket victory over Gujarat Titans at the Narendra Modi Stadium on Wednesday, propelled by standout performances from Jake Fraser-McGurk, Abishek Porel, and Shai Hope. The match witnessed an outstanding bowling performance from Delhi Capitals, with Ishant Sharma leading the charge by claiming two crucial wickets in the power-play. Mukesh…
Itanagar: The energetic campaign trail, spanning over a month, for the simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly elections in Arunachal Pradesh concluded on Wednesday afternoon, setting the stage for the state’s crucial electoral battle on April 19. Simultaneous polls for the two Lok Sabha seats – Arunachal West and Arunachal East Parliamentary constituencies — along with…
Bhubaneswar: AIIMS-Bhubaneswar has achieved yet another milestone in healthcare innovation with the launch of a state-of-the-art service for the placement of Artificial Urinary Sphincters (AUS). This groundbreaking facility, a first-of-its-kind in Odisha, promises new hope and improved quality of life for patients grappling with severe urinary incontinence. The Artificial Urinary Sphincter implantation procedure is widely…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the increasing demand from travelers and to accommodate the additional rush during the summer season, the East Coast Railway has announced the operation of Special Trains from its jurisdiction to various destinations across the country. Additionally, the services of existing Special Trains have been extended to cater to the needs of…
