60 Special Trains to Serve Pilgrims for Mahakumbh 2025 from Odisha Cities

Bhubaneswar: To ensure smooth and hassle-free travel for the millions of devotees attending the Mahakumbh 2025 in Prayagraj, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced the operation of 60 special trains, covering 25 cities across Odisha. These special services come as part of the Indian Railways’ comprehensive strategy to handle the massive influx of pilgrims, with…

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South Odisha to Benefit from Landmark Railway Infrastructure Projects

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing South Odisha’s transportation network and fostering economic growth, the Ministry of Railways has sanctioned key railway infrastructure projects. These initiatives are designed to reduce logistical costs, improve connectivity, and stimulate regional development. The approval of these initiatives marks a significant step in enhancing connectivity between previously remote areas…

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Odisha Govt Explores Digital Solutions for Agriculture with Map My Crop

Bhubaneswar: To support the state’s agriculture sector and mitigate the impact of frequent natural disasters, a presentation was made by representatives from Map My Crop to Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo today at the Lok Seva Bhavan. The presentation, which focused on leveraging digital technology to support farmers, also saw the participation of…

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Odisha to Host First-Ever Subhadra Shakti Mela to Empower Women Entrepreneurs

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to witness a grand celebration of women’s entrepreneurship with the inaugural edition of Subhadra Shakti Mela, scheduled to take place at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, from 22nd February to 2nd March 2025. The announcement was made by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida at a press conference held at Mission Shakti Bhawan. The…

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Odisha Sees Growth in Mangrove Forest Cover, Govt Strengthens Conservation Efforts

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s mangrove forest cover has increased over the last two years, reflecting the state government’s continued efforts to enhance coastal resilience against cyclones. According to the India State of Forest Report (ISFR) 2023, released by the National Forest Survey of India, Odisha now has 259.06 sq km of mangrove forests, spread across five coastal…

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PM Modi Inaugurates SOUL Leadership Conclave 2025, Announces New Campus Near GIFT City

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the School of Ultimate Leadership (SOUL) Leadership Conclave 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, marking the first edition of this prestigious event. Addressing an audience of distinguished leaders and aspiring young minds, the Prime Minister emphasized the critical role of leadership development in nation-building and the necessity of nurturing exceptional…

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India and UK Strengthen Telecom and AI Collaboration with High-Level Engagements and MoU Signing

London/New Delhi: In a significant move to bolster Indo-UK collaboration in next-generation telecommunications, artificial intelligence, and space technology, India’s Secretary (Telecom) visited the United Kingdom to engage with senior officials from the Department of Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT), UK and other key stakeholders in the digital and telecom ecosystem. During the visit, the Secretary…

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India Hosts SWARBICA Executive Body Meeting, Focuses on Digital Archival Preservation

New Delhi: The two-day Executive Body Meeting of the Heads of Archives of the South and West Asian Regional Branch of the International Council on Archives (SWARBICA) commenced today at the India International Centre, New Delhi. The event, hosted by the National Archives of India, was inaugurated by Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Minister for Tourism and…

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India Assumes Chairmanship of Bay of Bengal Inter-Governmental Organisation, Strengthens Regional Fisheries Cooperation

Malé, Maldives: Marking a historic milestone in regional fisheries cooperation, India officially assumed the Chairmanship of the Bay of Bengal Programme Inter-Governmental Organisation (BOBP-IGO) from Bangladesh at the 13th Governing Council Meeting in Malé, Maldives. The transition took place in the presence of senior representatives from Sri Lanka, Maldives, and Bangladesh, as part of the…

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