Ministry of Defence Signs ₹1207.5 Crore Contract for INS Vikramaditya Refit with Cochin Shipyard

New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence today signed a contract with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the Short Refit and Dry Docking (SRDD) of INS Vikramaditya, India’s premier aircraft carrier. The project, valued at ₹1207.5 crore, marks a significant step in enhancing the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy. INS Vikramaditya, commissioned into the Indian…

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Bureau of Energy Efficiency Celebrates 22nd Foundation Day: Unveils Initiatives for Energy Transition

New Delhi: Marking the 22nd Foundation Day, The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), established under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, commemorated its significant contributions to reducing the energy intensity of the Indian economy. The main event, held in the national capital, was presided over by Union Power and New & Renewable Energy Minister R….

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Odisha Adjudged 2nd Best State For Water Resources Conservation and Management

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has been conferred with 4th National Water Awards,2022 today as the 2nd Best State for the water resources conservation and management. Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Water Resources Anu Garg received the award from the Vice President of India Jagdeep Dhankhar, in the presence of Jal Shakti Minister, Govt of India, at a function…

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Odisha Launches “Mother’s Day Selfie Contest” Ahead of May 11 Celebrations

Bhubaneswar: The Women and Child Development (WCD) Department of Odisha has launched a “Mother’s Day Selfie Contest” ahead of the global Mother’s Day celebration on May 11, 2025. The campaign was officially flagged off by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida and will run from May 6 to May 10. Encouraging public participation, the contest invites…

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India Celebrates International Sun Day with ‘Run for Sun’ Marathon and Solar Awareness Campaigns

New Delhi: On the occasion of International Sun Day, the Government of India reaffirmed its commitment to solar energy and environmental sustainability through a series of engaging initiatives aimed at raising awareness about the benefits of solar power. Organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), the nation observed this significant day with…

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National Workshop on Sickle Cell and Thalassemia Elimination Concludes in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: A two-day National Workshop on Sickle Cell and Thalassemia Elimination: Best Practices and Scalable Strategies concluded successfully at Mayfair Convention, bringing together experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss advancements and challenges in tackling sickle cell disease (SCD) and thalassemia in India. The valedictory session was graced by Sanjeev Kumar Mishra, Principal Secretary, SSD Department;…

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Odisha Police Ensure Robust Security for Final Phase of Polling

Bhubaneswar: With the fourth and final phase of polling in Odisha set for June 1 (Saturday), the Odisha Police have implemented extensive security measures to ensure a smooth and peaceful voting process. In this phase, six Parliamentary constituencies—Mayurbhanj, Balasore, Bhadrak, Jajpur, Kendrapara, and Jagatsinghpur—and 42 Assembly constituencies will head to the polls. Odisha DGP Arun…

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Union Minister Annpurna Devi Reviews Progress of Women and Child Development Schemes in Ranchi

Ranchi: Annpurna Devi, Minister of Women and Child Development, Government of India, visited Ranchi today to assess the implementation of key initiatives under her Ministry. During the meeting, held at the Project Building Conference Room, the Minister reviewed various schemes aimed at empowering women and children, while also acknowledging Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s commitment to…

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