Paris: The anticipation for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics and Paralympics reached new heights as the Organising Committee unveiled the meticulously crafted medals at the Paris 2024 Organising Committee headquarters in Saint-Denis. Scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11 for the Olympics and August 28 to September 8 for the Paralympics, these…
Bhubaneswar: Under the visionary leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Odisha has emerged as a beacon of progress, making significant strides in sectors such as energy, women empowerment, and healthcare. However, it is in the realm of sports that the state truly stands out, leading a revolution that has positioned it as the sports capital…
Bhubaneswar: In a much-anticipated clash, Odisha FC is gearing up to defend its position at the summit of the league table against FC Goa, the second-placed team with 27 points from 11 games. The stage is set for an electrifying showdown, with fans expected to throng the stadium to witness the high-stakes encounter. Odisha FC…
Bhubaneswar: Hockey enthusiasts in Odisha are in for a thrilling weekend as the ongoing FIH Pro League 2023/24 India leg continues to unfold. The action-packed schedule features both the Indian Men’s and Women’s Hockey teams, promising an exciting showcase of skill and sportsmanship. The Indian Women’s Hockey Team, determined to bounce back from three consecutive…
Bhubaneswar: The Ekamra Utsav, a cultural spectacle orchestrated by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), reached new heights of musical brilliance during its sixth evening at the Sangitara Murchana. The star-studded event featured a captivating performance by Bollywood’s renowned singer, Sonu Nigam, leaving attendees with an indelible musical experience. The venue was a sea of eager…
Bhubaneswar: The Ekamra Utsav, orchestrated by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), has become the epicenter of culinary delight in Bhubaneswar. Food enthusiasts are thronging to Ama Byanjana, a vibrant part of the festival, where they are treated to a tantalizing array of flavours, especially the unique offerings at the wild food stall featuring tribal cuisine….
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Finance Minister Bikram Keshari Arukha unveiled a comprehensive and growth-oriented Annual Budget for the financial year 2024‐25, presenting an outlay of ₹2,55,000 crore. This marks an 11% increase from the Annual Budget of the previous fiscal year, highlighting the state government’s commitment to welfare, development, and investment. Given the impending General Elections and…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik flagged off the 8th trip of the Baristha Nagarika Tirtha Yatra Yojana (BNTYY) from Bhubaneswar Railway Station today. This pilgrimage train, approved during the 2023-24 period, will see a total of 1000 pilgrims, including 960 from the districts of Khurdha, Cuttack, Puri, Kendrapara, Jagatsingpur, and Dhenkanal, along with 40 Escort Officers,…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, the Ministry of Railways has granted approval for the establishment of a Wagon Periodic Overhauling (PoH) facility at Kantabanji, allocating ₹244.77 Crore as sanctioned by the Railway Board. The green signal comes following a meticulous evaluation of the Detailed Project Report (DPR) submitted in September 2023. The proposed Wagon PoH…
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced plans to introduce a fresh framework for authenticating digital payment transactions, coupled with enhanced norms to fortify the security of the Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS). Emphasizing a longstanding commitment to digital payment security, the RBI aims to streamline authentication methods, moving beyond the conventional SMS-based…
