Bhubaneswar: As Odisha grapples with scorching temperatures and intense heat wave conditions, the state government has taken proactive measures to ensure the well-being of its citizens. In a recent development, the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) has issued directives to the Sports Department, imposing restrictions on outdoor sports activities during the hot summer months. The SRC’s…
New Delhi: REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited (RECPDCL), a subsidiary of REC Limited, has achieved a significant milestone in the realm of power transmission projects by handing over two project-specific Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) to successful bidders. The first SPV, named Kallam Transco Limited, has been established for the “Western Region Network Expansion Scheme…
New Delhi: Excitement is in the air as the Indian Men’s Hockey Team braces itself for an exhilarating five-match Test series against Australia, commencing on April 6th in Perth. Set against the backdrop of preparations for the Paris Olympics 2024, this series holds immense significance for both teams, promising a riveting display of skill and…
Hyderabad: In an exhilarating match at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Sunrisers Hyderabad emerged victorious against Chennai Super Kings by securing a remarkable six-wicket win. The electrifying encounter saw Sunrisers Hyderabad successfully chase down a target of 166 runs set by Chennai Super Kings. Displaying exemplary batting prowess, Sunrisers Hyderabad’s top-order batsmen made significant…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s capital city, Bhubaneswar, is experiencing scorching temperatures as dry westerly winds sweep across the state, pushing mercury levels to unprecedented heights. Today, Bhubaneswar became the sixth hottest city in the Asian continent and emerged as the second hottest city in India. Over the past 24 hours, the temperature in Bhubaneswar surged by a…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the prevailing intense heatwave conditions gripping Odisha, the timing of classes at schools in Khurda district has been rescheduled to ensure the safety and well-being of students. Khurda district Collector, Chanchal Rana, took cognizance of the latest report from the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) highlighting the prolonged heatwave situation in the…
Chennai: In a move that echoes the predictions of seasoned economists, the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) has opted to maintain the repo rate at 6.50 per cent. The repo rate, which signifies the rate at which the RBI lends to commercial banks, remains unchanged following the MPC’s deliberations held from…
New Delhi: In a significant stride towards bolstering innovation and research in the realm of 5G technology, the Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has introduced a streamlined process for licensing 100 5G Labs across academic institutions in India. Secretary (Telecom), Dr Neeraj Mittal, virtually inaugurated the “Experimental Licence module for 100 5G Labs” during a 5G…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has announced the appointment of two new Collectors for key districts in the state, in compliance with the directives of the Election Commission of India (ECI). In a notification issued by the General Administration and Public Grievance Department on Friday, the government appointed Arindam Dakua, a 2011-batch IAS officer, as the…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government announced the transfer of six Indian Police Service (IPS) officers, reshuffling their roles and responsibilities across different levels. The Home Department issued a notification detailing the changes, which are aimed at optimizing policing efforts and enhancing administrative efficiency. According to the notification, Ashish Kumar Singh, a 2004-batch IPS officer who previously…
