Airports Authority of India Launches All India Coastal Tracking Initiative to Preserve Pristine Beaches

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards environmental sustainability and the protection of coastal heritage, the Airports Authority of India (AAI) has proudly launched the All India Coastal Tracking initiative. This groundbreaking effort aims to save the nation’s pristine beaches and reinforce maritime serenity under the theme “Save Beaches and Secure Serenity.” The inauguration ceremony was…

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Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar Appointed as Chairperson of National Commission for Women

Bhubaneswar: Vijaya Kishore Rahatkar has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Commission for Women (NCW), becoming the 9th person to hold the position. Rahatkar brings a wealth of experience from her extensive career in political and social service, with a strong focus on women’s rights and empowerment. Rahatkar’s leadership track record includes…

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Indian hockey midfielder Lilima Minz Retires at 27

Bhubaneswar: Indian hockey midfielder and 2-time Asian Games medalist Lilima Minz of Odisha announced her retirement from the national team on Thursday. She is only 27. However, she will continue to play domestic hockey. She hails from Bihabandh-Tanatoli village in Sundargarh district and made her international debut in 2011 during the four-nation tournament in Argentina….

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Agricultural Producer Clusters Transforming Women Farmers’ Lives in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Agricultural Producer Clusters (APCs) in Odisha are emerging as a powerful model for rural prosperity, empowering women farmers with modern technology, market linkages, and higher incomes. The impact of this transformation was evident today when a World Bank team, accompanied by the Project Director of OIIPCRA and other officials, visited the Maa Kalijai APC…

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National Technology Day 2024 Celebrated with Focus on Clean and Green Technologies

New Delhi: The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology marked the National Technology Day 2024 with a grand celebration at the INSA Auditorium, ITO, New Delhi. The event, themed ‘Promoting Clean and Green Technologies for a Sustainable Future’, brought together distinguished scientists, dignitaries, and thought leaders, aiming to pave the way…

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Historic Moments and Dominant Wins Mark Day 3 of Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League

Leh: Day 3 of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 2 delivered unforgettable moments and high-octane action at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan Stadium in Leh. Namhail Nangmo etched her name in history by scoring the fastest goal ever recorded in the league, while defending champions in both men’s and women’s categories showcased their dominance…

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Wayanad Tragedy: Toll Reaches 245, 240 People Missing, War Of Words Begins Between Centre And Kerala

Wayanad (Kerala):  Rescue and relief operations continued on a war footing at the landslide-devastated areas of four villages in Kerala’s Wayanad on Wednesday, with 94 more bodies recovered, taking the death toll to 245, in one of the worst disasters to hit the state, with 240 other people still missing, even as a war of words…

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DPIIT and WinZO Join Forces to Propel India’s Gaming Industry Towards Global Leadership

New Delhi: To strengthen India’s position in the global gaming industry, the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with WinZO, the nation’s largest social gaming and interactive entertainment platform. This collaboration is a pivotal step in creating a thriving ecosystem of startups, innovators, and students…

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ASI Resumes Excavation at Ratnagiri Buddhist Site After 63 Years

Bhubaneswar: The ancient Buddhist site of Ratnagiri in Odisha’s Jajpur district is once again under the archaeological spotlight. Known for its stunning ruins, intricate sculptures of Lord Buddha, and expansive monastic complexes, the site has long drawn the admiration of historians and visitors alike. After a gap of 63 years, the Archaeological Survey of India…

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