Mullanpur: In a nerve-wracking encounter at the Maharaja Yadavindra Singh International Cricket Stadium in Mullanpur, Rajasthan Royals (RR) emerged victorious in a thrilling last-over showdown against Punjab Kings (PBKS) in Match 27 of the TATA IPL 2024. A disciplined bowling performance combined with a sensational finishing act by Shimron Hetmyer propelled Rajasthan Royals to victory,…
New Delhi: India’s wrestling contingent continues to make waves at the ongoing Asian Wrestling Championships 2024 in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan, securing two more medals on the third day of the prestigious tournament. In a remarkable display of skill and determination, 23-year-old wrestler Radhika claimed a silver medal in the women’s 68kg category, while Shivanee Pawar added…
New Delhi: The Indian contingent for the upcoming second Boxing World Qualification Tournament in Bangkok has been officially unveiled, with notable names set to represent the nation. Leading the charge will be Commonwealth Games champion Amit Panghal, who has been appointed as the captain of the squad. Scheduled to take place from May 25 to…
Perth: In a closely contested fifth and final match of the five-game Test series, the Indian Men’s Hockey Team faced a narrow 2-3 defeat against Australia in Perth. Despite putting up a valiant effort, India fell short as Australia secured the victory with goals from Jeremy Hayward, Ky Willott, and Tim Brand. Harmanpreet Singh and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant development ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha elections, the Congress party unveiled its list of candidates for nine parliamentary constituencies in Odisha. The All India Congress Committee (AICC) issued a press release today, disclosing the names of the candidates finalized by the Central Election Committee for the forthcoming polls. The following…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has issued directives to e-commerce platforms to remove Bournvita and similar beverages from the ‘health drink’ category, citing a lack of definition for such products under the Food Safety and Standards Act (FSS Act 2006). The Ministry’s notification, dated April 10, emphasized that the National Commission for…
Chilika: A massive fire erupted at the Nalbana Bird Sanctuary nestled within Odisha’s renowned Chilika lake today, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. The inferno, which also spread to the nearby Kalupada jetty, has raised concerns about the safety of migratory birds, wildlife, and the delicate ecosystem of the region. The blaze, which…
Sambalpur: In a bid to preserve the sanctity and cleanliness of the revered Maa Samalei temple in Sambalpur district, authorities have implemented a strict prohibition on the consumption of paan and gutkha within the temple premises. The ban, set to be enforced from April 14 onwards, marks a significant step towards maintaining the sacredness of…
New Delhi: To crack down on illegal forward trading of pulses, the Secretary of the Department of Consumer Affairs, Nidhi Khare, issued a stern warning during a series of interactions with representatives of the pulses industry. She emphasized that strict action would be taken against anyone found engaging in forward trading, in accordance with the…
Wellington: The prestigious Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington conducted the Convocation ceremony for the 79th Staff Course on April 13, 2024. The ceremony, a symbol of academic achievement and leadership, was presided over by Commandant Lt Gen Virendra Vats. A total of 476 officers, including 36 International Officers from 26 Friendly Foreign Countries,…
