New Delhi: Senior officials of the Department of Defence Production, under the chairmanship of Secretary (DP) Sanjeev Kumar, held extensive deliberations with over 50 start-ups and MSMEs to identify key challenges, explore opportunities, and accelerate innovation in the defence sector. The brainstorming sessions took place at South Block, New Delhi, on March 24 and 25,…
Bhubaneswar: The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) initiated an advanced laser scanning survey at the historic Konark Sun Temple in Puri on Monday. This survey is part of preparatory efforts for a large-scale beautification project aimed at preserving the heritage site and enhancing its surroundings. The initiative will provide crucial insights into the temple’s structural…
Jammu: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology and MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy, and Space, Dr. Jitendra Singh, underscored the crucial need for strong industry-management linkages to ensure the sustainability of start-ups. He made these remarks during the inaugural session of the Orientation Programme for the new batch…
Uttarakhand: A probe has revealed that around one lakh reports of Covid-19 tests done during Kumbh Mela were fake. It was found that the private agency engaged by the Uttarakhand government to conduct the test during the mela issued the fake reports. The Kumbh Mela festival was held from 1-30 April. Around four lakh tests…
Bhubaneswar: The National Handicraft Fair commenced today at the Exhibition Ground in Bhubaneswar, bringing together a vibrant display of handloom and handicraft traditions from across India. The fair, which will be open to the public daily from 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m., will continue until April 1, offering visitors a chance to explore and purchase…
Bhubaneswar: Eleven cities from Odisha have bagged national awards in the Swachh Survekshan- 2022 and Indian Swachhata League. Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation, Berhampur Municipal Corporation, Puri Municipality, Paradeep Municipality, Bargarh Municipality, Basudevpur Municipality, Bellaguntha NAC, Bijepur NAC, Binika NAC, Chikiti NAC, Junagarh NAC are the 11 ULBs of Odisha that bagged the Swachh Survekshan 2022 award…
Bhubaneswar: At the Utkarsh Odisha – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025, Union Minister for Railways, Electronics & IT, and Information & Broadcasting, Ashwini Vaishnaw, unveiled a transformative ₹7,000 crore investment in Odisha’s IT sector, propelling the state toward becoming a global hub for innovation and digital excellence. Speaking at the Sectoral Session on IT/ITeS/ESDM, Vaishnaw…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Space Applications Centre (ORSAC) celebrated National Space Day with great enthusiasm today, bringing together eminent scientists, academicians, students, and dignitaries. The event was graced by the Minister for Science & Technology, Krushna Chandra Patra, who highlighted India’s proud achievements in space exploration. This year’s celebration revolved around the theme “Aryabhatta to Gaganyan:…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) in Bhubaneswar came alive with innovation, energy, and youthful ambition as the Skill Development & Technical Education Department of Odisha celebrated World Youth Skills Day 2025 with great fervour. The event, themed “Youth Empowerment through AI and Digital Skills,” highlighted Odisha’s growing leadership in future-ready skilling and technological integration….
Bhubaneswar – In a bid to streamline the functioning of district and field officers, Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, the Principal Secretary of the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment Department, has restricted frequent visits of these officers to the State headquarters regarding transfer-related complaints. Dr. Padhee emphasized that no officer is allowed to visit the State headquarters…
