MoS V. Somanna Inspects Redevelopment Works at Bhubaneswar Railway Station under Amrit Bharat Station Scheme

Bhubaneswar: V. Somanna, Hon’ble Minister of State for Railways and Jal Shakti, visited Bhubaneswar railway station today to review the progress of redevelopment work being carried out under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The inspection reflects the government’s commitment to transforming railway infrastructure in Odisha in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of modernising…

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Skill India @10: Nation Celebrates a Decade of Empowering Youth on World Youth Skills Day

New Delhi: Marking a decade of transforming India’s workforce, the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) today launched a week-long celebration of the 10-year milestone of the Skill India Mission on the occasion of World Youth Skills Day. The event was inaugurated by Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Skill Development and…

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Odisha Cabinet Approves ‘Mukhyamantri Bus Seva’ to Revolutionize Rural Transport

Bhubaneswar: In a landmark decision aimed at transforming public transportation in rural Odisha, the State Cabinet has approved the rollout of the Mukhyamantri Bus Seva (MBS) — a comprehensive scheme designed to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and inclusive transport services to remote and underserved regions. The MBS initiative is poised to significantly enhance last-mile connectivity,…

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Kalabhoomi Utsav Begins at Odisha Crafts Museum

Bhubaneswar: The 7th edition of Kalabhoomi Utsav commenced today at the Odisha Crafts Museum, celebrating the rich heritage of handloom and handicrafts in the state. The five-day-long festival was inaugurated by Guha Poonam Tapas Kumar, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, Handloom, Textiles, and Handicrafts Department, who reaffirmed the department’s commitment to preserving and promoting Odisha’s artisanal traditions. The inaugural…

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PM Modi Launches Surat Food Security Saturation Campaign, Expands Welfare Benefits for 2.3 Lakh Beneficiaries

Surat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the Surat Food Security Saturation Campaign Programme in Limbayat, Surat, marking a major step toward ensuring food and nutrition security for the poor and marginalized. As part of the initiative, the Prime Minister distributed benefits under the National Food Security Act to more than 2.3 lakh beneficiaries. Addressing a…

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NHRC Probes Death of Nepalese Student at KIIT University

Bhubaneswar: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) has launched an investigation into the death of Prakriti Lamsal, a 20-year-old Nepalese student at KIIT University. A team led by Joginder Singh, Registrar (Law), NHRC, arrived in Bhubaneswar on Thursday to probe the circumstances surrounding her death and allegations of harassment that preceded the incident. As part…

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TRIFED Partners with Rooftop to Strengthen Tribal Marketing Through B2B Approach

New Delhi: In a strategic move to transition from a Business-to-Consumer (B2C) to a Business-to-Business (B2B) model for tribal marketing, the Tribal Cooperative Marketing Development Federation of India Ltd (TRIFED), under the Ministry of Tribal Affairs, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Rooftop. The partnership aims to facilitate tribal businesses and enhance market…

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Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Takes Holy Dip at Triveni Sangam During Mahakumbh

Prayagraj: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi participated in the Mahakumbh celebrations at Prayagraj today, taking a holy dip at Triveni Sangam, the sacred confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and the mythical Saraswati rivers. The Chief Minister described the experience as deeply spiritual and transformative, emphasizing the significance of the Mahakumbh as a confluence of…

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Ministry of Ayush and Social Justice Department Sign Landmark MoU to Boost Geriatric Care and Combat Substance Abuse

New Delhi: In a groundbreaking initiative to enhance senior citizen healthcare and address substance abuse challenges, the Ministry of Ayush and the Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in New Delhi today. This strategic collaboration aims to integrate Ayush-based interventions into social welfare programs, promoting holistic well-being for…

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Our Protest Was Peaceful, BJP MPs Armed With Sticks Blocked Us From Entering Parliament: Rahul

New Delhi:  Amidst a litany of complaints, charges and counter-charges over a scuffle outside the Parliament, Leader of Opposition (LoP) Rahul Gandhi on Thursday outrightly rejected BJP’s claims that the Congress MPs created a ruckus and rather blamed the ‘anti-Ambedkar’ BJP for the ugly showdown near Makar Dwaar, the main entrance of the complex. Addressing the…

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