Bhubaneswar: Recognizing and preserving indigenous cultures, the Odisha government awarded Habitat Rights under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) to 32 villages of the Paudi Bhuyan community in Deogarh district. This significant milestone under the Mo Jungle Jami Yojana (MJJM) was marked by a ceremony where Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena handed over the Habitat Rights…
Bhubaneswar: The ‘Odisha Skills’ competition, a flagship initiative under the Skilled In Odisha program, recently concluded with a grand ceremony to felicitate the talented youth who demonstrated exemplary skills across various sectors. Hosted by the Skill Development & Technical Education Department and the Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), the event aimed to nurture global skills among…
Bhubaneswar: Enhancing the career progression opportunities for teaching and non-teaching staff in fully aided private colleges, the Odisha Government has announced simplifications to the Modified Assured Career Progression (MACP) Scheme. The decision, announced by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, is set to benefit employees covered under the Odisha Revised Pay Scale Rules, 2017. Under the revised…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to foster industrial growth in the Bargarh region, the State Government has announced the transfer of land belonging to the Bargarh Sugar Factory to the Industrial Development Corporation of Odisha (IDCO) for future industrial ventures. The decision comes as part of efforts to utilize the resources of the defunct sugar factory…
Bhubaneswar: For the promotion of millet-based products and empowering Women Self-Help Groups (WSHGs), Milk Mantra Dairy Pvt Ltd. has signed a Memorandum of Agreement with Radharani WSHG of Bhubaneswar and Dibyajyoti WSHG of Rourkela. The agreement was formalized at Krushi Bhawan in the presence of the Director of Agriculture & Food Production, Odisha. The signing…
Dubai: The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced crucial updates regarding the playing conditions and qualification process for the upcoming ICC Men’s T20 World Cup events in 2024 and 2026.
New Delhi: Bolstering indigenous manufacturing and promoting self-reliance in the coal mining sector, the Ministry of Coal (MoC) has unveiled a series of initiatives aimed at advancing the Make in India agenda. With a keen focus on supporting local suppliers and fostering innovation, the MoC, in collaboration with Coal India Ltd (CIL) and other stakeholders, is spearheading efforts to transform the landscape of coal mining in the country.
Karnal: The 20th Convocation of the prestigious ICAR-National Dairy Research Institute convened today in Karnal, Haryana, marking a significant milestone in the academic journey of its graduating students. Dr. Dheer Singh, Director of the Institute and Vice Chancellor, Deemed University, inaugurated the event, setting the tone for an inspiring ceremony.
New Delhi: Retired IAS officers Gyanesh Kumar and Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu have officially assumed their roles as Election Commissioners in the Election Commission of India (ECI) today. The duo, seasoned bureaucrats from the 1988 batch of the Indian Administrative Service, brings a wealth of experience and expertise to their new positions.
New Delhi: Dasho Tshering Tobgay, the Prime Minister of Bhutan, paid a visit to the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan, today.
