Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik received the certificate of recognition from the Guinness Book of World Records for Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium Rourkela being the world’s largest fully seated hockey stadium. The stadium hosted the Hockey World Cup 2023 which has left an indelible mark on the sports fraternity of India. Built in a record…
Bhubaneswar: The curtains fell on the third edition of Bhubaneswar Kahani Utsav, popularly known as Bhu Festo, organized by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), on Monday. The event, hosted at four prominent venues across the city, provided a captivating showcase of tales, narratives, and cultural riches. From 2:30 to 7:30 in the afternoon, eager crowds…
Bhubaneswar: In a strategic move to strengthen urban governance and enhance capacity-building at the grassroots level, a two-day orientation programme for district-level Master Trainers on key urban initiatives began today at the SUDA Conference Hall in Bhubaneswar. The programme was inaugurated by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development Department, Government of…
Dehradun: The CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP) celebrated the 83rd Foundation Day of the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) with a grand ceremony focused on achievements in research and the institute’s commitment to sustainability. The event, held on October 7, 2024, highlighted the role of CSIR-IIP in advancing cutting-edge technologies for a greener…
Bhubaneswar: Celebrated international chess player hailing from Odisha, Padmini Rout, entered a new chapter in her life as she exchanged vows with Jaykishin Mankani from Mumbai in a traditional ceremony held in Bhubaneswar on Sunday. The nuptials were conducted following Vedic traditions at a hotel in Patia, witnessed by close family members and esteemed guests,…
Bhubaneswar: The Sixth State Finance Commission of Odisha met Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday and sought his guidance on empowering local bodies across the state. During the meeting, the Chief Minister launched the official website of the Odisha State Finance Commission — https://sfc.odisha.gov.in — aimed at fostering greater public participation in the Commission’s…
New Delhi: The Homeland Security Dialogue (HSD) between India and the United States took place in New Delhi, with Ajay Bhalla, Home Secretary, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, and Ms Kristie Canegallo, Acting Deputy Secretary, U.S. Department of Homeland Security, leading their respective delegations, today.
Bhubaneswar: After a gap of two years, schools across Odisha opened its door for physical classes for the students of standard 1-7 today. Decorated with flowers, rangoli, balloons, schools across the state opened its gates for their students. Teachers welcomed students with flowers and sandalwood paste. The classes will be held from 9 am to…
New Delhi: National Broadcasting Day in India commemorates the remarkable journey and evolution of the country’s broadcasting landscape since its inception in 1927. This day highlights the pivotal role broadcasting has played in India’s development, educational outreach, and cultural preservation.
New Delhi: Renowned sprinter and President of the Indian Olympic Association (IOA), PT Usha, was felicitated with the ‘Lifetime Achievement’ award by the Sports Journalists Federation of India (SJFI) and Delhi Sports Journalists Association (DSJA) at a ceremony held at the National Sports Club of India in New Delhi. In recognition of her outstanding sporting…
