Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik expressed profound sorrow over the passing of renowned Odia bhajan singer Shantilata Barik Chhotray, who breathed her last at the age of 63 while undergoing treatment for cancer at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. In a heartfelt statement, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik extended his condolences to the bereaved family…
Bhubaneswar: Reflecting steady financial performance and sound governance, three Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) functioning under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers Empowerment, Odisha, have transferred a total dividend of ₹6,39,97,589 to the State Government. The dividend payment has been made in line with the Indian Companies Act, 2013, and the guidelines of the Finance Department,…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment (SJ&E), Dr. Virendra Kumar, led a crucial stakeholder meeting today, focusing on the welfare and development of De-notified, Nomadic, and Semi-Nomadic Communities (DNT). The event witnessed the participation of Minister of State for SJ&E, Ramdas Athawale, along with senior officials from the Department of Social Justice…
Berhampur: Continuing his political legacy, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) supremo and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik filed his nomination papers today for the Hinjili Assembly constituency in Ganjam district. This marks the sixth consecutive time that Naveen is contesting from the Hinjili constituency, a stronghold of the BJD. Amidst a sea of supporters and well-wishers,…
Bhubaneswar: India’s First Women’s Business Mela organized by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Women’s Entrepreneurship Council (IWEC) was inaugurated by Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday at Janata Maidan. The mela is completely dedicated to women entrepreneurs in which several successful women entrepreneurs of Odisha are participating. Over 150 stalls are set up…
Sonbhadra: In a significant stride towards inclusive development, Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Housing & Urban Affairs and Petroleum & Natural Gas, virtually inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for 177 development projects in the Sonbhadra district of Uttar Pradesh. These projects, valued at Rs 10 crore 41 lakh, are funded from Puri’s MPLAD fund…
Paris: India continued its strong tradition in javelin throw at the Paris Paralympics 2024 as Ajeet Singh and Sundar Singh Gurjar secured silver and bronze medals in the Men’s Javelin Throw F46 final at Stade de France on Tuesday.
New Delhi: The National Archives of India marked its 134th Foundation Day today with the launch of a digital exhibition titled “Subhash Abhinandan,” dedicated to the life and legacy of the iconic freedom fighter, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose.
Hyderabad: Odisha has been honored with the prestigious title of “Best State” at Wings India 2024 in Hyderabad, acknowledging its proactive approach in the implementation of the “Regional Connectivity Scheme” (RCS).
New Delhi: The ‘Critical Minerals Summit: Enhancing Beneficiation and Processing Capabilities’ concluded today, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey towards achieving its critical minerals objectives. Organized by the Ministry of Mines in collaboration with the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation (Shakti), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and Indian Institute of Sustainable Development (IISD),…
