New Delhi: In a significant move, the Central Government has declared a half-day for all its offices, institutions, and industrial establishments until 2:30 pm on January 22. This decision comes in anticipation of the consecration ceremony at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, a landmark event that holds cultural and religious significance. The half-day directive encompasses…
Lucknow: The Jagjeevan Ram Railway Protection Force (RPF) Academy in Lucknow has achieved a significant milestone by receiving the prestigious “Excellent/अति उत्कृष्ट” rating from the Capacity Building Commission (CBC). This recognition highlights the Academy’s outstanding adherence to the National Standards for Civil Service Training Institutions (NSCSTI), underscoring its commitment to excellence in civil service training….
Bhubaneswar: The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas celebrations at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar witnessed a spectacular display of Odisha’s rich art, culture, and heritage, captivating attendees from across the globe. The Odisha Exhibition Hall emerged as a key attraction, offering a comprehensive glimpse into the state’s glorious traditions. Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, and Haryana’s…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian men’s hockey team marked a strong start to the FIH Hockey Pro League 2023/24 season with a convincing 4-1 victory over Spain in their opening match at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium, Bhubaneswar. Skipper Harmanpreet Singh showcased stellar performance with two goals in the 7th and 28th minutes, while Jugraj Singh (24′) and…
Bhubaneswar: In a thrilling encounter at the Kalinga Stadium, the Indian women’s hockey team pulled off a sensational comeback against defending champions the Netherlands, securing a 2-2 draw before clinching the shootout 2-1 to grab the crucial bonus point in the FIH Hockey Pro League. Trailing by two goals at halftime, India turned the game…
Bhubaneswar: Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) has sanctioned over ₹3,000 crore to support green energy initiatives in Odisha, marking a significant step towards the state’s renewable energy ambitions. Pradip Kumar Das, Chairman and Managing Director of IREDA, announced this during his special address at the Odisha Solar Investor Conclave, organized by GRIDCO in…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence has signed contracts with M/s ACE Limited and M/s JCB India Limited for the procurement of 1,868 Rough Terrain Fork Lift Trucks (RTFLT) for the Indian Army, Indian Air Force, and Indian Navy. The contracts, signed in the presence of Defence Secretary Shri R K Singh, are valued at…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) is soon to resume its all-women bus service between Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to provide safe transport facilities to women and girl students of the twin cities. As per reports, the Commerce and Transport Department has asked the OSRTC to take steps in this regard. After the Nirbhaya…
New Delhi: The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has announced a significant expansion in the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) to meet the growing demand for Green Hydrogen and its derivatives, particularly Green Ammonia, from various sectors. Under the NGHM, MNRE aims to achieve a production capacity of 5 million tonnes per annum of…
Jaipur: NITI Aayog, in collaboration with the Government of Rajasthan, hosted the ‘National Conference on Accelerating Sustainable Development Goals’ on March 4th and 5th in Jaipur. The conference brought together senior officials from 31 States and Union Territories, along with the Government of India, to discuss and accelerate the progress of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)….
