International Delegates Laud Transparency and Efficiency of India’s General Elections

New Delhi: In a remarkable display of international cooperation and observation, a diverse group of delegates from around the world participated in India’s General Election 2024, expressing admiration for the country’s transparent, inclusive, and accessible electoral process. The largest-ever contingent of international delegates witnessed the polling process firsthand during the recently concluded third phase of…

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PM Modi Announces Establishment of National Gene Bank to Safeguard India’s Genetic Resources

New Delhi: In a groundbreaking announcement during a post-budget webinar held via video conferencing today, Prime Minister Narendra Modi revealed plans to establish a National Gene Bank in India. This new initiative aims to conserve the nation’s genetic resources, ensuring food security and agricultural sustainability for future generations. The webinar brought together stakeholders from the…

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Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan Launches ICSSR Research Internship Programme

New Delhi: Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, inaugurated the Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR) Research Internship Programme in Social and Human Sciences today in the capital. The event also witnessed the distribution of appointment letters to the first cohort of ICSSR Research Interns and awards to winners of the National Argumentative Essay…

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Odisha Celebrates Women Empowerment with ‘Subhadra Shakti Mela’ at Janata Maidan

Bhubaneswar: In a significant show of support for women’s empowerment, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the ‘Subhadra Shakti Mela’ at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. The event, organized by the Odisha government, aims to highlight the untapped potential and strength of women across the state, symbolizing their role as ‘Subhadra Shakti’—a powerful force driving prosperity…

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Gujarat-Based Fanidhar Group Plans Food Processing Unit, Cold Storage Facility in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Gujarat-based Fanidhar Group has expressed its intention to establish a food processing unit and cold storage facility in Odisha, marking a significant investment in the state’s growing food processing sector. Fanidhar Group Chairman Krunal Patel and President Bibhu Prasad Swain met Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister KV Singh Deo in Bhubaneswar today to…

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IASST and Bharat Biotech Forge Groundbreaking Collaboration to Bring Probiotics-Based Health Products to Market

Guwahati: The Institute of Advanced Study in Science and Technology (IASST), Guwahati, an autonomous institution under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), has signed a pivotal agreement with Bharat Biotech International (BBIL) to develop and commercialize innovative health products derived from probiotics isolated from traditional fermented foods of Northeast India. This collaboration is aimed…

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80,000 Ineligible Beneficiaries Return Ration Cards in Odisha, Says Minister

Bhubaneswar: In a major development, 80,000 ineligible beneficiaries, including around 4,500 government employees, have voluntarily returned their ration cards, following the Odisha government’s appeal. This was confirmed by Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra on Sunday. Expressing gratitude, Minister Patra thanked those who responded to the government’s call and surrendered their cards….

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