Indian Navy Launches 5th Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge
Thane: In a significant development for the Indian Navy, the launch of the ‘Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 19 (Yard 129)’ took place on January 24, 2024.
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CCEA Approves Two Major Railway Projects Worth Rs. 6,798 Crore to Boost Connectivity and Socio-Economic Growth
New Delhi: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light to two major railway projects, estimated at a total cost of Rs. 6,798 crore. These projects, under the Ministry of Railways, aim to significantly enhance connectivity, facilitate socio-economic growth, and support the government’s vision of…
Shree Jagannath Temple to Open All Four Gates for Devotees from November 16
Bhubaneswar: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has announced that devotees will be allowed to enter the Srimandir through all four gates, starting Saturday, November 16. The decision was made following a meeting chaired by Chief Administrator Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, which focused on arrangements for darshan after the Kartik month. The meeting was attended…
Odia Artisan worked as Sutradhar of ‘People’s Wall’ inside New Parliament
Bhubaneswar: The New Parliament in New Delhi has been inaugurated on Sunday, and it holds a special connection to Odisha. Satyabhama Majhi, an accomplished Odia artisan, played a pivotal role as the Sutradhar (narrator) of the People’s Wall, which celebrates diverse art forms from across the country. The wall, situated near the Constitutional Hall of…
Odisha Govt Increases Midday Meal Prices for School Students
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has announced a revision in the prices of midday meals provided to school students under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Yojana. The increase, effective from December 1, reflects the rising costs of vegetables and essential commodities. As per the revised rates, students in classes 1 to 5 will now receive meals at…
NHRC Inaugurates Winter Internship 2024 for Postgraduate Students
New Delhi: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India has commenced its prestigious Winter Internship Programme – 2024 for postgraduate students. The four-week in-person internship, which began today, has drawn participation from 80 students across various academic disciplines, carefully selected from over 1,000 applicants nationwide. Inaugurating the programme, NHRC Acting Chairperson Smt. Vijaya Bharathi…
Odisha Forms High-Level Committee to Expedite Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has set up a high-level committee to accelerate the planning and execution of the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail Project, Housing & Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra announced on Friday. The committee has been tasked with conducting detailed studies and feasibility assessments to ensure smooth implementation of the ambitious infrastructure project. According…
Students Showcase AI-Based Social Innovations at ‘Hack to the Future 3.0’ in IIT Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar: Innovative projects addressing social and environmental challenges took centre stage at the conclusion of the four-day “Hack to the Future 3.0 – Odisha Edition” programme held at Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar on Friday. The hackathon, organised jointly by Quest Alliance, Panchasakha Shiksha Setu Sangathan and IIT Bhubaneswar, brought together 64 students from government…
Odisha CM Reviews Steel and Mines Department, Calls for Boost in Mining Production and Revenue
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi conducted a comprehensive review of the Steel and Mines Department’s work procedures on Tuesday, emphasizing the need for enhanced production and revenue generation from the state’s mineral resources. During the meeting, Surendra Kumar, Additional Chief Secretary to the Government for Steel and Mines, provided a detailed overview of the…
Odisha on Alert as Human Metapneumovirus Cases Rise in India
Bhubaneswar: Amid reports of five confirmed cases of Human Metapneumovirus (HMPV) in India, Odisha’s Public Health Director, Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, has called for vigilance while assuring the public that there is no cause for panic. The latest cases include two children undergoing treatment in Chennai, raising concerns as the virus has now been reported in…