Guwahati: In a landmark initiative to promote women entrepreneurship in the Northeast, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), in collaboration with NITI Aayog, has launched Swavalambini – a Women Entrepreneurship Programme in Assam, Meghalaya, and Mizoram. The program aims to empower female students in select Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) by equipping them with…
New Delhi: In a landmark initiative to promote inclusive education, the Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre (ISLRTC), under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Book Trust (NBT) at the NBT Pavilion during the World Book Fair…
Surajkund: The 38th Surajkund International Crafts Mela was inaugurated today with much fanfare, celebrating India’s rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions. Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, graced the occasion as the chief guest and formally inaugurated the festival, which will run from February 7 to February 23 in Surajkund, Faridabad. The grand…
Bhubaneswar: The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) scheme, launched on January 22, 2015, has played a pivotal role in addressing gender imbalance and promoting the welfare of the girl child across India. In Odisha, the government has implemented several district-specific initiatives to combat child marriage, gender discrimination, and female foeticide, while also empowering adolescent girls with…
Bhubaneswar In a landmark decision, the Ministry of Culture has granted ‘national status’ to Cuttack’s historic Bali Jatra, one of Odisha’s most celebrated trade fairs. The announcement was made today by Union Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat in the Rajya Sabha, with the Ministry also issuing an official notification confirming the designation. The move fulfills…
Bhubaneswar: The 16th Finance Commission held extensive sectoral meetings in Odisha, engaging with political leaders, trade and industry bodies, and representatives from urban and rural local bodies to gather insights on the state’s financial needs and economic priorities. Leaders from major political parties, including the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Indian National Congress…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to launch a Mass Drug Administration (MDA) campaign from February 10 to 19 in a bid to eliminate Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) from six endemic districts—Balangir, Kalahandi, Rayagada, Cuttack, Kandhamal, and Nayagarh. The campaign aims to administer anti-filaria drugs to over 37 lakh beneficiaries, ensuring a decisive step towards the state’s…
Berhampur: In a significant achievement for wildlife conservation, the blackbuck population in Odisha’s Ganjam district has surged to 8,789, marking a steady increase over the years. The latest biannual census, conducted by the forest department on January 29, recorded a significant rise from 7,745 in 2023 and 4,082 in 2018, reflecting successful conservation efforts. According to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has sought ₹12,59,148 crore from the 16th Finance Commission for the period 2026-31, outlining a financial roadmap to achieve ‘Samruddha Odisha by 2036’. During an extensive deliberation with Finance Commission Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya and other members at ITC Hotel, Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister presented the state’s financial…
New Delhi: Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Minister of State for Education, inaugurated the NSDC International Academy in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The state-of-the-art facility aims to provide world-class skill development and training programs, equipping Indian youth with industry-relevant skills for global careers. The…
