New Delhi: As the “Make in India” initiative marks its 10th anniversary, it has emerged as a transformative force in promoting investment, fostering innovation, and developing world-class infrastructure. One of the initiative’s key achievements has been the creation of a robust manufacturing sector for renewable energy, positioning India as a major player in the global…
Goa: National Award-winning actress Nithya Menen captivated audiences with her profound insights on the art of acting during the In-Conversation session titled ‘Character and Actor: The Power of Nuance’ at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) at Kala Academy in Panaji, Goa. Known for her emotionally resonant performances in films like Thiruchitrambalam and…
Bhubaneswar: Seven-term Member of Parliament (MP) from Odisha’s Cuttack Parliamentary seat, Bhartruhari Mahtab, was appointed as the pro tem Speaker of the Lok Sabha on Thursday by President Droupadi Murmu. The announcement was made by Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju. “President is pleased to appoint Shri Bhartruhari Mahtab, Member, Lok Sabha as Speaker Protem under…
Bhubaneswar: Ravenshaw University, situated in Cuttack, Odisha, has been awarded with an A++ grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) of the University Grants Commission (UGC) in a recent evaluation. A five-member NAAC team conducted an extensive assessment during their visit to the university from November 20 to 22. The university has earned…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Minority Affairs and Women and Child Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani, inaugurated a two-day Training of Trainers Programme for a seamless and comfortable Haj pilgrimage experience at Vigyan Bhavan today. The event was attended by more than 550 trainers from various States/UTs and marked a crucial step in preparing for Haj 2024.
New Delhi: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, officially launched the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) in New Delhi today. This landmark initiative aims to transition from conventional fuel-based harbor tugs to greener, more sustainable alternatives, marking a significant step in India’s commitment to environmental…
New Delhi: In a landmark event organized by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, women change makers in the Swachh Bharat Mission-Gramin (SBM-G) were honored and celebrated.
Bhubaneswar: In preparation for the impending Cyclone Dana, the Odisha Government has directed the closure of liquor shops in districts expected to be affected by the storm. This includes both regular liquor stores and outlets selling country liquor, according to Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra. The Minister announced that all liquor shops…
New Delhi: Sunil Barthwal, the Commerce Secretary of India, attended the 14th BRICS Trade Ministers’ Meeting held on July 26, 2024, under the BRICS Presidency of the Russian Federation. The theme for this year’s BRICS summit is “Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development”. In his address, Barthwal congratulated the Russian Presidency for introducing proposals on…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has decided to implement the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 starting from the academic session 2025-26. As part of this transition, the state has introduced a revised minimum age requirement for admission to Class I to align with the policy’s framework. Under the new guidelines, children must be at least six years…
