New Delhi: Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has acknowledged for the first time that its Covid vaccine “can, in very rare cases, cause TTS” (thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome). This admission was made in a legal document submitted to the High Court in February. The company stated in the document that TTS can occur even without vaccination and…
New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has initiated the approval of new Deep Tech and Cutting-Edge policies under the Technology Development Fund (TDF) Scheme to strengthen industry collaboration in defence technology. This move is aimed at encouraging DRDO establishments to engage private sector entities in the collaborative development of emerging technologies while…
Wellington: The Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) in Wellington, Tamil Nadu, inaugurated the 80th Staff Course today, marking a significant step in the professional development of mid-career officers from the Indian Army, Navy, and Air Force. This 45-week course aims to equip 480 student officers, including 38 officers from 26 friendly foreign countries, with the…
Dharamsala: India’s star pacer, Jasprit Bumrah, is all set to rejoin the squad ahead of the series-ending Test against England in Dharamsala. The final test of the series between India and England starts from March 7.
New Delhi: The 22nd convocation of the National Board of Examinations in Medical Sciences (NBEMS) received a distinguished guest today as the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the occasion with her presence and delivered an insightful address. The convocation, held in New Delhi, served as a platform to underscore the critical role of healthcare…
Bhubaneswar: The Water Corporation of Odisha (WATCO) has announced a temporary suspension of water supply to several localities in Bhubaneswar and its outskirts. The suspension will begin at 2 pm on October 18 and last until 2 pm on October 19, affecting water availability for 24 hours. According to WATCO, the temporary halt in supply…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha recorded another positive COVID-19 case, bringing the state’s active patient count to three, according to sources on Tuesday. The health condition of all three patients is reportedly stable, and they are currently undergoing treatment. The initial COVID-19 case in the state was identified on December 3, followed by another positive case on December…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant stride towards the enrichment of Odia language and culture, the Odisha Government has unveiled a comprehensive set of proactive measures, including the establishment of a Rs 10 crore research grant for international and national research in Odia. All proposed measures will be executed under the Chief Minister’s 5T initiative, ensuring transparency…
Bhubaneswar: The second day of the Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025 witnessed a massive turnout as thousands of visitors thronged Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. Following its grand inauguration, the enthusiasm and excitement at the mela remained high, with people exploring the vibrant stalls set up by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Producer Groups (PGs) from across Odisha….
Antarctica: A groundbreaking study led by Dr. Babula Jena and his team from the National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research, in collaboration with the British Antarctic Survey, United Kingdom, has shed light on the unprecedented hindrance in Antarctic ice expansion and ice retreat ahead of the annual ice maximum in 2023. In the wake…
