Bhubaneswar: The spirit of resilience and hope shone bright at the Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital as young cancer patients took to the ramp, spreading joy among cancer survivors and patients on the occasion of World Cancer Day. The event, organized by the hospital’s Department of Oncosciences, saw children battling leukemia walk the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi convened a high-level review meeting on Sunday at the Special Relief Commissioner’s (SRC) office to evaluate the aftermath of Cyclone Dana, directing officials to submit a comprehensive damage assessment report by November 2. The report, he said, will expedite the delivery of assistance to affected residents. Earlier in the…
Cuttack: In a significant move to improve student nutrition and reduce dropout rates, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the state’s midday meal programme will now be extended to students of Class IX and X. The announcement was made during the centenary foundation day celebrations of Ranihat High School in Cuttack. The initiative,…
Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking development for healthcare education in Odisha, the state government has announced the launch of PhD courses for medical students. Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling has lauded this initiative as a major achievement, marking a significant step in enhancing the quality of healthcare education and research in the state. This new academic venture…
Bhubaneswar: The Governor of Odisha, in his role as Chancellor of state-run universities, has approved a six-month extension for the vice-chancellors of Gangadhar Meher University, Utkal University, and Rama Devi Women’s University. However, the status of three other vice-chancellors remains undecided. A notification released from Raj Bhavan on Thursday confirmed that the tenures of the…
Bhubaneswar: The Social Media monitoring cell of the Odisha Police has taken swift action to block 292 offensive posts related to the General Elections 2024. These posts, originating from supporters of various political parties and other groups, were identified and removed from platforms such as YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter). In response to…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) hosted an insightful session titled “Passion for Perfection: Ramesh Sippy’s Philosophy,” where one of Indian cinema’s most iconic directors shared his journey, philosophy, and thoughts on filmmaking. Moderated by Mohit Soni, CEO of the Media and Entertainment Skills Council, the session offered an intimate look into…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced the launch of the “Mukhyamantri Kamadhenu Yojana” at the ‘Monsoon Meet’ organized by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Government of India. The ambitious scheme, backed by a ₹1,423 crore investment over five years, aims to significantly enhance milk production in the state. Majhi highlighted the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated 29 new police stations, outposts, and Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) buildings across Odisha. The virtual inauguration marked a milestone in the state’s commitment to creating a secure and citizen-centric environment. Addressing the occasion, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik emphasized that the upgraded infrastructure and technological support provided to the Odisha…
Bhubaneswar: The Minister of Railways, Ashwini Vaishnaw, conducted a comprehensive review of ongoing projects and traffic facility works during his two-day visit to Bhubaneswar. The extensive review covered critical and public-centric railway projects, highlighting the progress of rail line connectivity to mineral belts, ports, industries, and the redevelopment status of railway stations in the state….
