Bhubaneswar: The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has lodged a formal complaint with the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha, alleging the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) of employing children in its election campaign activities in Khordha. In its complaint submitted on Tuesday, the BJD raised concerns over an incident during a rally organized by the BJP…
New Delhi: India’s consumption of petroleum products soared to unprecedented levels in the financial year ending March 31, 2024, reaching a record high of 233.276 million tons, according to data compiled by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. The surge represents a notable 5 per cent increase from the previous fiscal year, where consumption…
Mumbai: Mumbai City FC strengthened their bid for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 title by defeating Odisha FC 2-1 at the Mumbai Football Arena (MFA) tonight. With this crucial win, the Islanders have effectively eliminated Odisha FC and FC Goa from contention for the league title, positioning themselves closer to defending their championship this…
Bhubaneswar: Six Indian Administrative Service (IAS) probationers embarked on an exposure visit to the Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (SSEPD) Department in Bhubaneswar today. The visit aimed to familiarize the probationers with the department’s activities and programs aimed at empowering persons with disabilities (PwDs). Led by senior officials from the SSEPD Department,…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has appointed senior IAS officer Vir Vikram Yadav as the Chief Administrator of the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), Puri. The decision was announced on Monday through an official notification issued by the Law Department. The appointment of Vir Vikram Yadav comes under the provisions of sub-section (1) of section 19…
Bengaluru: Hockey India has unveiled the 33-member Indian Women’s Hockey Team that will continue its training camp at SAI Bangalore until May 16. Following selection trials held on April 6th and 7th, the team has been finalized from the 60-member assessment squad that reported to camp on April 1st. This squad will vie for selection…
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the upcoming general elections in 2024, Central Expenditure Observer Himalini Kashyap chaired a crucial meeting with enforcement agencies in Odisha to assess the state’s readiness for expenditure management during the electoral process. The meeting, which took place in Bhubaneswar, saw the participation of Chief Electoral Officer Nikunja Bihari Dhal and other senior…
New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has initiated a comprehensive awareness and sensitization program targeting major markets in the national capital, in collaboration with the Food Safety Department, Delhi. Commencing from the bustling Khan Market and INA Market in Delhi on April 8, 2024, the awareness campaign aims to highlight…
Bhubaneswar: In preparation for the upcoming General Elections 2024, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has announced fresh appointments for two Indian Police Service (IPS) officers in Odisha, signaling a proactive step towards maintaining law and order during the electoral process. In a letter addressed to the Chief Secretary of Odisha, the ECI revealed its…
New Delhi: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has extended her heartfelt greetings to the citizens of the nation on the eve of Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padwa, Cheti Chand, Navreh, and Sajibu Cheiraoba. In her message, President Murmu conveyed, “On the auspicious occasion of Chaitra Sukladi, Ugadi, Gudi Padava, Cheti Chand, Navreh, and Sajibu Cheiraoba,…
