Chamari Athapaththu wins the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023

Colombo: Chamari Athapaththu, the dynamic Sri Lankan top-order batter, has won the ICC Women’s ODI Cricketer of the Year for 2023. Athapaththu’s exceptional skills and leadership qualities were on full display as she led the Sri Lankan side to historic victories during the year. Commencing the year as captain, Athapaththu steered Sri Lanka to a…

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Zakir Hussain Clinches Triple Victory at 66th Grammy Awards

Los Angeles: Renowned musician Zakir Hussain showcased his exceptional talent on the global stage as he secured three Grammy Awards during the 66th Grammy Awards ceremony in the United States on Sunday. Hussain’s outstanding contribution to the musical landscape earned him the prestigious Grammy Award for ‘Best Global Music Performance’ for his collaboration on the…

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Odisha Govt Unveils New Initiatives in Rs 2.65 Lakh Crore Budget for 2024-25

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has introduced a series of ambitious initiatives as part of its Rs 2.65 lakh crore budget for the fiscal year 2024-25, aimed at driving inclusive development across the state. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, who also holds the finance portfolio, announced that the development of farmers, women, youth, and poor people has…

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Odisha Explores Advanced Cancer Treatment Methods in Meeting with Mayo Clinic and Healthcare Experts

Bhubaneswar: A high-profile delegation of healthcare experts, including representatives from the Mayo Clinic and other research institutions, met with Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan to discuss advancements in cancer diagnosis and treatment. The discussions focused on cutting-edge approaches to improve treatment accuracy and reduce costs, particularly through rapid DNA testing…

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Bhubaneswar Records Lowest Maximum Temperature in March, Breaks 54-Year Record

Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, made history on Wednesday as it recorded its lowest maximum temperature for the month of March, according to data released by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The city witnessed a maximum temperature of 19.2 degrees Celsius, breaking a 54-year-old record. Previously, Bhubaneswar had reported its lowest maximum day…

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Regional Review Conference on Social Justice and Welfare Schemes Held in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: A one-day Regional Review Conference was held in Bhubaneswar, bringing together officials from five states—Odisha, Jharkhand, West Bengal, Chhattisgarh, and Kerala. Organized by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), Government of India, with support from the Government of Odisha, the conference focused on reviewing welfare schemes and addressing implementation challenges. The inaugural…

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Senior NCP Leader Baba Siddique Shot Dead In Mumbai

Mumbai: Sending shockwaves in political circles, the ruling ally Nationalist Congress Party (NCP)’s senior leader Baba Ziauddin Siddique was shot dead near Nirmal Nagar, in Bandra east on Saturday. As per available information, at least two-three persons, who were lying in wait for him, rushed and fired multiple rounds indiscriminately at the businessman-cum-politician Siddique, and he…

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India Emerges as Quantum Technology Leader with Over 40 Start-ups in Two Years

New Delhi: India has produced over 40 quantum technology start-ups in the past two years, some of which possess global potential, announced Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Earth Sciences, MoS PMO, Department of Atomic Energy and Department of Space, and MoS…

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