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,…
New Delhi: The Naval Investiture Ceremony 2024 is set to take place at INS Hansa, Goa on April 14, 2024, to recognize and honor Naval personnel for their outstanding contributions and service to the nation. The ceremony will be presided over by Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS), who will confer…
New Delhi: India marks World Quantum Day 2024 on April 14 with a vision to position itself as a global leader in various facets of Quantum Science and Technology. As the realm of Quantum Mechanics continues to evolve, India’s aspirations to harness its potential for technological innovation and socio-economic growth have gained momentum. Quantum Mechanics,…
New Delhi: In a proactive move to address the anticipated surge in electricity demand during the upcoming summer season, the Government of India has decided to operationalize gas-based power plants across the country. This decision aims to optimize power generation and ensure adequate supply during the high-demand period. To facilitate this initiative, the government has…
