Bhubaneswar: Odisha has witnessed a significant rise in the number of electric vehicles (EVs) registered in the state, a positive indicator of the growing adoption of eco-friendly transport. According to the latest subsidy disbursal data shared by Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, the state government has allocated ₹232.45 Crore under the Odisha Electric Vehicle Policy…
New Delhi: In a historic step towards advancing healthcare and traditional medicine, Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually laid the foundation stone for the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI) in Rohini. The Prime Minister hailed the initiative as “Ayurveda’s next big leap”, emphasizing its potential to enhance global recognition of India’s traditional medicine systems. The event…
Bhubaneswar: Athletes from Odisha have scripted history with their stellar performance at the 63rd National Inter-State Senior Athletics Championships 2024 held in Panchkula from June 26th to 30th. The contingent has achieved Odisha’s best-ever showing in the championship, securing a total of 9 medals, including 3 gold, 4 silver, and 2 bronze medals. The athletes,…
New Delhi: A total of 904 candidates from eight states and union territories are set to contest the elections in Phase 7 of the Lok Sabha Elections 2024, scheduled for June 1, 2024. This phase will see polling across 57 parliamentary constituencies (PCs). A substantial 2,105 nominations were filed for the 57 PCs in Phase…
New Delhi: In a significant development, the Supreme Court on Thursday recognized sex work as a ‘profession’ and sex workers are entitled to dignity and equal protection under the law. The court also directed police should neither interfere nor take criminal action against consenting sex workers. A three-judge Bench headed by Justice L Nageswara Rao…
Puri: In a significant move aimed at easing the darshan process for devotees, all four gates (dwaras) of the Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, were opened on Thursday morning. This decision, taken during the first Cabinet meeting of the newly elected Mohan Majhi government on Wednesday, was implemented in the presence of the Odisha Council…
Bhubaneswar: Every Wednesday morning, the Anganwadi centre in Arikama, a small village in Odisha’s Khurda district, becomes a hub of activity. Mothers arrive with their children, engaging in friendly conversations as they prepare for Routine Immunization Day. Amidst the occasional cries of infants, the air is filled with a sense of purpose and community. As…
Bengalure: In a landmark effort to tackle rising obesity and promote preventive health, Union Minister for Health and Family Welfare Jagat Prakash Nadda today delivered the keynote address at a special programme commemorating World Food Safety Day 2025 at NIMHANS, Bengaluru. Themed “Stop Obesity by Eating Safe and Healthy,” the event was organized by the…
London: Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh engaged in a significant bilateral meeting with UK Defence Minister Mr Grant Shapps in London, marking a step towards reinforcing the defence collaboration between the two nations.
Bhubaneswar: A five-day Residential Hands-on Skill Development Training Programme for students of Government Vocational Higher Secondary Schools has commenced across Odisha, aiming to strengthen practical competencies and boost employability among youth. The training, organised by the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE), is being held simultaneously at three premier institutions — the Central Tool Room…
