Bhubaneswar: The authorities at the Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district have adopted tower-based artificial intelligence (AI) technology to swiftly detect and respond to forest fires. Recent reports indicate that AI systems are now actively monitoring forest fire activity in Similipal, allowing for immediate information retrieval and rapid intervention. This innovative approach, coupled…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha grapples with scorching temperatures, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has delivered an unwelcome forecast, predicting no respite from the sweltering heat in the coming days. The IMD has warned of heatwave to severe heatwave conditions persisting in various parts of the state for the next five days. Issuing a red alert for…
Bhubaneswar: With the electoral battleground heating up, the deadline for filing nomination papers for the first phase of Lok Sabha and Assembly elections in Odisha ends today. Candidates contesting from four Lok Sabha and 28 Assembly constituencies, slated for polling on May 13, have until Thursday evening to submit their nomination papers. The nomination process…
Bhubaneswar: In preparation for the upcoming crucial World Cup qualifiers, the Indian senior men’s football team is set to embark on a four-week training camp in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. Under the guidance of head coach Igor Stimac, the national team will convene in the picturesque city of Bhubaneswar within a fortnight, commencing their training sessions on…
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the upcoming elections in Odisha, the Congress party has announced a change in its candidate for the Digapahandi Assembly seat in Ganjam district. Saka Sujit Kumar has been nominated by the Congress party to contest from the Digapahandi constituency, replacing the previously named candidate, Shreedhar Dev. The official announcement was made by…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) 2024 schedule has been officially released, announced on Wednesday, marking a crucial milestone for aspiring candidates. According to the notification, the OJEE 2024 examinations will be conducted from May 6, 2024, to May 10, 2024. The exams will be administered through Computer Based Test (CBT) mode across three…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an Orange Warning for several districts of Odisha, signaling the likelihood of intensified heat wave conditions until April 28. The warning spans across 29 districts of the state, with predictions indicating a significant rise in maximum temperatures by 4-6°C over the next 4 to 5 days. Below…
Bhubaneswar: The wildfire that initially broke out in the Godibari forest has now spread to more areas in the Chandaka forest, posing a significant threat to the rich biodiversity of the region. The flames reached the Jhumuka forest area, intensifying concerns among forest officials and nearby residents. A forest team has been deployed to monitor…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC orchestrated a spectacular comeback after conceding an early goal to clinch a thrilling 2-1 victory against Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) in the first leg of their semifinal clash in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 season. The electrifying encounter unfolded at the Kalinga Stadium on Tuesday night, setting the stage for…
Bhubaneswar: In a move towards enhancing accessibility to healthcare services, the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Bhubaneswar has inaugurated a pioneering Low Vision Clinic catering to patients with severe visual impairments. Established through a collaboration between AIIMS Bhubaneswar, Dr RP Centre at AIIMS Delhi, and Cristoffel Blinden Mission (CBM) Germany, the clinic…
