Bhubaneswar: Aspiring individuals seeking to enhance their skills and pursue advanced career opportunities are in for a treat as the World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar gears up to commence spot admissions for various advanced and industry-ready courses for the academic session 2024-25. The admission process is scheduled to commence from March 27 and will continue…
Bhubaneswar: In the wake of the festival of Holi, Bhubaneswar is bracing itself with tight security arrangements to ensure the safety and smooth conduct of the festivities on March 26 (Tuesday). At least 15 platoons of police personnel are set to be deployed across the city to prevent any untoward incidents during the colourful celebrations….
Sambalpur: Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) has etched its name in history by becoming India’s first company to achieve a monumental coal production milestone of 200 million tonnes (MT) in a single financial year, setting a new pinnacle in the coal sector. The jubilant atmosphere at MCL reverberated with excitement as the company’s mining operations in…
Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made a significant move ahead of the upcoming Lok Sabha polls in Odisha by announcing its first list of candidates, comprising 18 nominees for various parliamentary constituencies in the state. In a notable decision, the BJP has fielded Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan from the Sambalpur seat, underlining…
Bhubaneswar: As the vibrant festival of Holi approaches, the anticipation and excitement to immerse in a riot of colours soar high. Amidst the celebrations, a growing consciousness for sustainable practices has spurred a movement towards eco-friendly festivities. At the forefront of this green revolution are individuals like Khushi Lipsa Behura and Priyadarsini Das, pioneering the…
Kolkata: Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) kicked off their Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 campaign with a win against SunRisers Hyderabad (SRH), edging past their opponents by a mere four runs in a thrilling encounter at the Eden Gardens. In a roller-coaster match marked by numerous twists and turns, KKR posted a formidable total of 208…
Bhubaneswar: Four promising hockey players from Odisha are set to showcase their talent at the Junior Men National Camp, courtesy of the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS), scheduled to be held at the Sports Authority of India (SAI) facility in Bengaluru from March 31st to May 31st. Prashant Barla, Aakash Soreng, Rosan Kujur, and Ritik…
Bhubaneswar: In view of the forthcoming elections in Nabarangpur district, Odisha Chief Electoral Officer Nikunja Bihari Dhal conducted a comprehensive review of the district’s preparedness. The review, held in collaboration with Additional DG Police and State Police Nodal Officer Sanjay Kumar, aimed to ensure robust arrangements for the upcoming electoral process. Accompanied by DIGP (South…
Angul: The 4th Odisha River Conference held on March 21-22 in Angul concluded with a resolute commitment to bolster river conservation education across all sections of society, aiming to rejuvenate the state’s dying and decaying rivers. Organized by Water Initiatives, Foundation for Ecological Security (FES), and 53 partnering organizations worldwide, the conference coincided with the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has urged the people of Odisha to join the global movement against climate change by observing Earth Hour, an annual event dedicated to raising awareness about environmental conservation and energy efficiency. Taking to social media platform X, Chief Minister Patnaik issued a heartfelt appeal to all residents of Odisha, urging…
