Bhubaneswar: Senior Congress leader Suresh Routray, popularly known as Sura Routray, has been expelled from the party for a period of six years, the All India Congress Committee (AICC) announced on Monday. The decision to expel Routray was taken following numerous complaints of indiscipline and anti-party activities leveled against him. In a press release issued…
New Delhi: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) reaffirmed its commitment to building a robust and environmentally sustainable National Highway network by organizing a day-long national workshop in New Delhi. The event focused on discussing various aspects of environmental impact assessment, planning, and mitigation for holistic National Highway development. The workshop, graced by esteemed…
Bhubaneswar: Given the prevailing hot and humid weather conditions in the state, the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) has issued directives to all Collectors and Engineering Departments, urging them to refrain from engaging laborers or workmen in outdoor activities from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), Bhubaneswar, has forecasted hot and humid…
New Delhi: Dr. M. Ravichandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Earth Sciences, announced on Monday that India is expected to experience above normal rainfall during the upcoming southwest monsoon season, spanning from June to September 2024. Addressing the media at a press conference held at the National Media Centre, Dr. Ravichandran revealed that the forecast…
Mumbai: 82°E, the self-care brand founded by global Indian icon Deepika Padukone, has announced a strategic partnership with Reliance Retail’s innovative beauty platform, TIRA. This collaboration signifies a significant expansion for 82°E, transitioning from its successful direct-to-consumer (D2C) model to a broader retail presence, both online and offline. Through this partnership, 82°E aims to extend…
New Delhi: Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal’s judicial custody has been extended until April 23 by a Delhi court in connection with the excise policy case. Kejriwal appeared before the court via virtual conference, where the extension was granted. The court also extended the judicial custody of co-accused K Kavitha until the same date. The 55-year-old…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted below-normal rainfall for Odisha during the upcoming Monsoon Season 2024, according to an announcement made on Monday. While the IMD predicts above-normal rainfall for the country as a whole during the South-West Monsoon season, Odisha is anticipated to receive normal or below-normal rainfall in certain regions, as…
Bhubaneswar: With an aim of conservation and effective management of fisheries resources, the Odisha Government has implemented a two-month ban on fishing within territorial waters along the entire coastline of the state. The ban, which came into effect on April 15, will remain in force until June 14. The Directorate of Fisheries, Odisha, Cuttack, issued…
New Delhi: General Manoj Pande, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), set off on a significant visit to the Republic of Uzbekistan from April 15th to 18th, 2024, aimed at enhancing defence cooperation between India and Uzbekistan. The visit commenced with strategic dialogues on April 15th between General Manoj Pande and key defence officials of…
New Delhi: The Indian Army contingent embarked on its journey for the 5th edition of the India-Uzbekistan joint military Exercise DUSTLIK. Scheduled from 15th to 28th April 2024, the Exercise will take place in Termez, the Republic of Uzbekistan. DUSTLIK, an annual event, alternates between India and Uzbekistan, with the previous edition held in Pithoragarh…
