Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat Inaugurates ‘Shunyata: Emptiness’ Exhibition at National Museum

New Delhi: Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, inaugurated a special exhibition titled ‘Shunyata: Emptiness’ at the National Museum, New Delhi, today. The event witnessed the presence of dignitaries, diplomats, experts, researchers, artists, and museum professionals, with Dr. B.R. Mani, Director General of the National Museum, in attendance. Speaking at the inauguration,…

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Odisha Govt Directs Oil Companies to Ensure Timely LPG Supply to Consumers

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government today issued firm directives to public sector oil marketing  companies to ensure the timely and uninterrupted supply of LPG cylinders across the State. The instructions were issued during a high-level review meeting chaired by Sanjay Kumar Singh, Principal Secretary, Food Supplies & Consumer Welfare Department, at Bhubaneswar. Emphasising that consumer interest is…

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Govt Approves Development of Tribal Homestays Under Swadesh Darshan Scheme

New Delhi: The Government has approved a new initiative to develop tribal homestays under the Swadesh Darshan scheme as part of the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan, aiming to promote responsible tourism and enhance livelihood opportunities for tribal communities. The initiative includes the development of 1,000 homestays in tribal areas with financial support of up…

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A Lifetime Experience for students ahead of Hockey World Cup at Birsa Munda Stadium in Rourkela

Bhubaneswar: The SC/ST Development Department, along with the Department of Sports and Youth Services organised an exposure trip for the 133 students of Tapovan High School, Bhubaneswar to experience the newly inaugurated Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela. The students got a unique opportunity to arrive in a special charter flight that landed directly at…

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India Showcases Leadership in Global Herbal Medicine Regulation at WHO–IRCH Annual Meeting in Jakarta

Jakarta: The 16th Annual Meeting of the World Health Organization – International Regulatory Cooperation for Herbal Medicines (WHO–IRCH) commenced in Jakarta, Indonesia, from 14th to 16th October 2025, bringing together representatives from WHO Member States and observer organisations to deliberate on regulatory harmonisation and international collaboration for ensuring the safety, quality, and efficacy of herbal…

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Odisha Celebrates 10th International Yoga Day with Grand Event at Kalinga Stadium

Bhubaneswar: The state government of Odisha celebrated the tenth International Yoga Day with a grand event at Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar on Friday. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi led the celebrations by performing various asanas, emphasizing the importance of yoga for mental well-being and daily life. Speaking on the occasion, CM Majhi underscored the significance…

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Odisha Women in Media Joins Forces with Police for a Green Mission in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: A green initiative unfolded in Bhubaneswar as Odisha Women in Media (OWM), comprising approximately 180 women journalists, teamed up with the Commissionerate Police for a seed ball-making and plantation drive at Chandaka Police Station. This collaborative effort, led by Commissioner of Police Soumendra Priyadarshi and Deputy Commissioner of Police Prateek Singh, signifies a collective…

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MoU Signed to Transform FPOs into Common Service Centres to Enhance Rural Services

New Delhi: An MoU was signed today between CSC SPV (Common Services Centres Special Purpose Vehicle) and the Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare to convert 10,000 Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs) into CSCs. This initiative is part of the government’s ongoing effort to enhance citizen-centric services in rural areas. The MoU was signed by Sanjay…

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Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Reviews State Law and Order, Emphasizes Quality Service

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi held a comprehensive review of the state’s law and order situation on Saturday, meeting with Director General of Police (DGP) Arun Sarangi and other senior police officials. The Chief Minister underscored the importance of delivering quality service to the public and ensuring that police personnel are responsive and courteous. “All…

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