Bhubaneswar: Welcoming visitors once again, the Bhitarkanika National Park in Kendrapada district reopened its gates on Sunday after a nine-day closure for the annual saltwater crocodile census. The park was closed on January 5. The meticulous census, conducted across five ranges, engaged teams composed of Forest department personnel and experts. During the census, a total…
New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Habitats Trust and HCL Foundation. The partnership, formalized at the ICG Headquarters in New Delhi, focuses on strengthening marine conservation through key initiatives aimed at tackling environmental threats and preserving biodiversity. The MoU was signed by Inspector General Anupam…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today inaugurated and laid the foundation for several key projects across Maharashtra, worth over ₹11,200 crore, via video conferencing. The event, which marked a significant milestone in the state’s development, underscored Maharashtra’s growing importance in infrastructure, urban development, and women’s empowerment.
New Delhi: The 46th Session of the World Heritage Committee concluded successfully, marking a significant milestone in global heritage preservation. This year’s session was historic, as it was the first time India hosted this prestigious international assembly. The closing ceremony featured Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat; H.E. Vishal V. Sharma, Chairman,…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Railways has approved a series of crucial railway infrastructure projects for Odisha, marking a significant step in the state’s economic development. The approved initiatives include the final location survey for the 250-kilometer-long new railway line connecting Gopalpur to Rayagada and the doubling of the Nuapada-Gunupur-Theruvali railway line. These projects are expected to…
Bhubaneswar: A series of insightful sessions in Bhubaneswar recently highlighted the state’s efforts to revive neglected crops and empower women entrepreneurs, with a focus on sustainable agriculture, food security, and climate resilience. Organized in collaboration with Mission Shakti and supported by various organizations, the event brought together prominent leaders, experts, and progressive farmers to discuss…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a 50% increase in gratuity benefits for teachers and non-teaching staff of government-aided schools and colleges, providing a significant boost to their financial security. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed the decision on Wednesday, raising the death and retirement gratuity cap from ₹5 lakh to ₹7.5 lakh. According to…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved a compensation package of ₹30,000 crore for three public sector Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) — Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) and Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL) — to cover under-recoveries incurred on the sale of domestic LPG….
Cuttack: The Orissa High Court has taken cognizance of a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) seeking intervention against the private practice of government doctors, citing its adverse impact on the quality of healthcare services provided in state-run medical facilities. The PIL, filed by Cuttack-based social activist Narayan Chandra Jena, prompted a two-judge bench comprising Chief Justice…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar celebrated its 16th Foundation Day on February 12, 2024, commemorating the significant milestone of the foundation stone laying of the institute’s campus at Argul on the same day in 2009.
