Shishu Ghar Initiative Transforms Early Childhood Care in Rural Odisha

Odisha: To enhance early childhood development and support rural families struggling with childcare, Gram Vikas, with backing from the Azim Premji Foundation, launched the Shishu Ghar initiative in February 2024. The community-owned creche program now operates in 61 villages across Odisha’s Kandhamal, Gajapati, and Kalahandi districts, providing essential care, nutrition, and early learning to 421…

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C-DOT Partners with IIT Roorkee and IIT Mandi to Develop ‘Cell-Free’ 6G Access Points

New Delhi: To develope Indigenous technology, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), a premier Telecom R&D centre under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) and Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi) for the development of ‘Cell-Free’ 6G Access…

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Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walk Celebrates Legacy Through Footsteps and Stories

Jagatsinghpur: The 5th edition of the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) unfolded as a heartfelt tribute to the district’s deep-rooted cultural and spiritual history. Around 40 heritage lovers from across Odisha and diverse backgrounds gathered to retrace the region’s sacred landmarks, embracing not just the architecture but also the stories, legends, and living memories that define…

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AyushSuraksha Portal Launched to Strengthen Oversight and Consumer Safety in Traditional Medicine

New Delhi: In a landmark move to bolster consumer protection and regulatory vigilance in the traditional medicine sector, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Ayush and Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, Prataprao Jadhav, today launched the AyushSuraksha Portal at Ayush Bhawan, New Delhi. The launch, held during a press briefing, marks…

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IIT Ropar Applauded for Boosting Agri StartUps in Tier 2 and 3 Towns: Dr. Jitendra Singh Unveils Roadmap for Inclusive Innovation

New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, hailed IIT Ropar for championing the growth of Agri StartUps in smaller towns and reshaping India’s innovation landscape. Speaking at the Pragati Founder Forum, hosted by IIT Ropar and supported by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the minister…

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Indian Railways Embarks on ₹132-Crore Station Redevelopment Drive in Central Odisha under Amrit Bharat Scheme

Bhubaneswar: In a major push to modernize railway infrastructure and boost regional connectivity, Indian Railways has launched the comprehensive redevelopment of six key railway stations in Central Odisha under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme. The initiative aims to transform these stations into world-class, passenger-friendly transport hubs, while also acting as catalysts for local economic growth…

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