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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
New Delhi: Australia, USA, New Zealand, Germany, England, Poland and the Netherlands are among 24 countries that have confirmed their participation in the inaugural Kho Kho World Cup, to be held at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium and Noida Indoor Stadium from January 13-19, 2025. A total of 24 countries from all six continents will have…
Bhubaneswar: The Centre has sanctioned a significant ₹73,723 crore for the development of railways in Odisha, marking a major boost to the state’s infrastructure. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for the approval, sharing the details of the development projects on social media. One of the key highlights is…
