Bhubaneswar: The ‘Valedictory Ceremony’ for the Induction Training Program of Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) probationers was held today at the Gopabandhu Academy of Administration. A total of 112 OAS Officer Trainees, who have undergone training at the academy over the past few months, participated in the ceremony. Manoj Ahuja, the Chief Secretary of Odisha, delivered…
New Delhi: On the occasion of International Mother Language Day, the Kalanidhi Division and Academic Unit of the Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA) present ‘Akshar | Shabd | Bhasha,’ an exhibition that pays tribute to the linguistic tapestry of India, celebrating the richness of languages, scripts, and words that form the foundation…
New Delhi: The Centre on Tuesday said it has significantly scaled up digital infrastructure in rural India, with over 2.14 lakh gram panchayats made service-ready under the ambitious BharatNet project. The initiative, aimed at providing high-speed broadband to villages, is being positioned as a backbone for digital inclusion across the country. In a written reply…
New Delhi: The National e-Governance Division (NeGD), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), organized a significant workshop titled ‘Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Workshop on Cyber Security’ in New Delhi on September 18, 2024. This event, part of the “Cyber Surakshit Bharat” initiative, saw participation from over 250 CISOs, Deputy CISOs, frontline…
Faridabad: The Institute of Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (iBRIC), in collaboration with the Translational Health Science and Technology Institute (THSTI), and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI), has commenced the 2nd THSTI Advanced Course in Vaccinology (TiVaC) today. The course, running from May 27 to June 1, 2024, aims to provide a comprehensive…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Social Justice & Empowerment (SJE), B.L. Verma, presided over the Sign Language Day 2024 celebrations at Bhim Hall, Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Delhi, today. This year’s theme, “Support Sign Language Rights,” emphasized the importance of inclusivity for the deaf community. Organized by the Indian Sign Language…
New Delhi: In a bid to maintain ethical campaign practices and uphold the rights of children, the Election Commission of India (ECI) has issued stringent directives to political parties regarding the use of children in election-related activities.
Rourkela: The book “Naubanijyaru Mahatab” authored by eminent maritime historian Dr. Lalatendu Das Mohapatra was released on Saturday in a grand book launch ceremony organized by the Cultural Academy, Rourkela, one of the city’s premier literary organizations. Dr. Das Mohapatra, former Deputy Director of the National Archives of India, is widely recognized for his scholarly…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has added a new chapter to its administrative history with the appointment of IPS officer Ananya Awasthi as Aide-de-Camp (ADC) to Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati. With this appointment, she becomes the first woman officer to serve in the prestigious role since the formation of the state. A formal ceremony was held at…
Bhubaneswar: In a major relief for students, Odisha’s Higher Education Minister, Suryabanshi Suraj, has announced that students who enrolled in the first phase of the +3 admission process can now reapply during the ongoing second phase. This change in policy comes after numerous appeals from students and parents, providing them with another opportunity to secure seats…
