Bhubaneswar: After a three-year hiatus, Odisha’s tableau featuring the intricate art of Pattachitra from the heritage craft hub of Raghurajpur village has been selected for the upcoming Republic Day Parade in New Delhi. The Ministry of Defence’s approval has paved the way for Odisha to showcase its cultural richness on Kartavyapath during the 75th Republic…
Bhubaneswar: Extending support to the patients suffering from Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), Odisha Government allowed one-time financial assistance of Rs.10 lakhs each to patients for their requirement of the electric wheelchair, appropriate physiotherapy, genetic test, and treatments in higher super specialty institutions. A notification has been issued by the Department of Health and Family Welfare…
Colombo: In a landmark victory, Charith Asalanka-led Sri Lanka triumphed over Rohit Sharma’s India by a commanding 110 runs in the third ODI at Colombo, clinching the series 2-0. This win marks Sri Lanka’s first bilateral ODI series victory over India in 27 years, the last being in 1997.
Bhubaneswar: Senior officials from the Government of Odisha engaged with global agricultural experts during a high-level visit to the International Rice Research Institute–South Asia Regional Centre (ISARC) in Varanasi, aimed at strengthening collaboration in sustainable rice systems and digital agriculture. The delegation, led by Sachin Ramchandra Jadhav, Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment Department,…
New Delhi: In a significant move toward conducting simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and state Assemblies, the Union Cabinet approved the One Nation One Election proposal on Wednesday. This marks a major step forward in the government’s efforts to streamline India’s electoral process. According to sources, a bill outlining the plan for simultaneous elections is…
Bhubaneswar: Talcher Railway Station in Odisha’s Angul district has been redeveloped into a modern and passenger-friendly transport hub under the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS), with upgraded infrastructure, improved passenger amenities and design elements showcasing the region’s rich cultural heritage. The station, redeveloped at an estimated cost of ₹13 crore, is among the 59 railway…
New Delhi: WaveX, the startup accelerator initiative under the Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, Government of India, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT), IIT Delhi, to strengthen innovation, incubation and entrepreneurship in the media, entertainment, broadcasting and communication technology sectors. The MoU was signed in…
Bhubaneswar: The ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha has named Dr. Lekhasri Samantsinghar as its candidate for the Balasore Lok Sabha constituency in the upcoming general elections of 2024. Dr. Samantsinghar, known for her extensive contributions to the medical field and her active involvement in community welfare programs, brings a wealth of experience and…
New Delhi: The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) and the Council of Architecture (COA) have embarked on a groundbreaking collaboration to champion inclusivity and accessibility for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) in public spaces and buildings. The Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) signed between DEPwD and COA reflects a shared commitment to conduct transformative…
Antalya: 18-year-old archer Bhajan Kaur clinched a gold medal in the recurve women’s individual event, securing India a coveted quota place for the Paris 2024 Olympics at the Final Olympic Qualifier on Sunday. Kaur’s triumph comes as a beacon of hope for Indian archery, especially after seasoned archer Deepika Kumari’s unexpected early exit. Despite the…
