Bhubaneswar: In a major step towards ensuring citizen-centric governance and timely justice delivery, the Housing and Urban Development Department of Odisha today organized a Special Camp Court at UNNATI Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. The day-long session was presided over by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary to Government, and aimed at fast-tracking the disposal of pending appeal cases filed…
Chennai: Taking a decisive leap in species-specific conservation, the Tamil Nadu government has announced the creation of the country’s first Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation at the Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) in Coimbatore district. The initiative is dedicated to protecting hornbills—crucial to forest regeneration and biodiversity—and marks a significant step in preserving the ecological…
Harare: Yashasvi Jaiswal and Shubman Gill showcased a masterclass in batting as they led India to a thumping 10-wicket victory over Zimbabwe, clinching an unassailable 3-1 lead in the five-match T20I series. At the Harare Sports Club, India effortlessly chased down Zimbabwe’s total of 152/7, reaching 156 without losing a wicket in just 15.2 overs. Jaiswal,…
Puri: As the nationwide campaign “Mera Pehla Vote Desh Ke Liye” gains momentum, acclaimed sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik has left an indelible mark on Puri beach with a captivating sand sculpture.
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to promote Odisha’s religious and cultural heritage, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced plans to transform Mahima Gadee at Joranda in Dhenkanal into a world-class religious destination. Assuring adequate financial support, he emphasized that no shortage of funds would hinder the development of the sacred site. During his visit…
As the anticipation for the 2024 U.S. presidential election builds up, a recent Rasmussen Reports survey has shown that former First Lady Michelle Obama is the leading choice among Democratic voters to replace President Joe Biden as the Democratic Party’s candidate. The survey, released on Monday, revealed that 48% of Democratic voters expressed the desire…
Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing its focus on women-led economic growth, the Odisha government on Monday released ₹197.66 crore as interest reimbursement to nearly 2.8 lakh Self-Help Groups (SHGs) under the Interest Refund to SHGs programme. The fourth phase of the initiative was rolled out at Mission Shakti Bhawan in the presence of Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida….
New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, Piyush Goyal, today outlined a bold vision for India’s steel industry at the 5th edition of the ISA Steel Conclave in New Delhi. During his address, the Minister set a target for India to achieve 500 million tonnes of steel production by 2034, emphasizing the critical role…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Minister of Ayush and Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, laid the foundation stone for ‘Ayush Diksha,’ a groundbreaking centre dedicated to the development of human resources for future Ayush professionals. This state-of-the-art facility will be situated within the campus of the Central Ayurveda Research Institute in Bhubaneswar.
Suva: President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, arrived in Suva this morning from Nadi, marking the commencement of her landmark State Visit to Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste.
