New Delhi: A significant milestone in India’s journey towards a sustainable energy future was marked with the launch of a groundbreaking report titled “Synchronizing energy transitions towards possible Net-Zero for India: Affordable and clean energy for All.” The report, a result of a study project sanctioned by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to…
New Delhi: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Hindalco Industries joined hands on May 9, 2024, in New Delhi, signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) aimed at bolstering the manufacturing and supply of indigenous marine-grade aluminium. The agreement entails the provision of this specialized aluminium to Indian public and private shipyards for the construction of ships,…
Rairangpur: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, laid the foundation stones for the Central Government Holiday Home and Sports Complex in Rairangpur, Odisha today, in a significant move towards bolstering infrastructure and promoting the welfare of tribal communities. The ceremonial event, held on February 28, 2024, also saw the virtual inauguration of various road projects and the Eklavya Model Residential School in Barsahi.
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department of Odisha has launched a dedicated International Student Facilitation Cell to provide assistance and support to international students enrolled in public, private, and deemed universities across the state. This initiative aims to create a welcoming, inclusive, and student-friendly environment for global learners pursuing or considering higher education in Odisha. The…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, emphasized the growing importance of AI-enabled collaboration between India and the United States while presenting the Indo-US Endowment Awards to 17 winning teams. The awards, part of the United States–India Science & Technology Endowment Fund (USISTEF), were presented at a ceremony that also…
New Delhi: The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has announced the commencement of nominations for the 20th edition of the UNESCO- Sharjah Prize for Arab Culture. This prestigious prize aims to acknowledge and honor outstanding contributions made by individuals, groups, or institutions in promoting, understanding, and disseminating Arab culture globally through various…
Bhubaneswar: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has unveiled an upgraded website designed to broaden its reach and improve engagement with a wider audience. Recognizing the growing significance of digital platforms, the new website incorporates advanced features to disseminate regulatory information more effectively. The revamped website offers comprehensive insights into telecom and broadcasting regulations,…
Dubai: Saudi Arabia has made history by officially joining the prestigious Miss Universe pageant, marking a significant milestone for the Islamic nation. Rumy Alqahtani, a 27-year-old model, has been selected as the kingdom’s inaugural representative in the renowned international beauty competition. The announcement was made by Alqahtani herself via Instagram on Monday, where she expressed…
Bhubaneswar: In a tragic incident at the Rourkela Steel Plant on Monday, nine employees were injured, with eight of them in critical condition, following a poisonous gas leak from a blast furnace. Sources reported that the labourers were affected by carbon monoxide (CO) leaking from the plant’s No. 5 blast furnace. The victims suffered severe…
Bhubaneswar: In view of Cyclone Yaas which is likely to cross West Bengal and north Odisha, the railway has cancelled 90 trains originating or terminating from ECoR jurisdiction in HOwrah-Chennai main line. On Friday 74 trains were cancelled originating or terminating from Bhubaneswar and Puri, while on Saturday 16 more trains were cancelled. Indian Meteorological…
