Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as one of the country’s top-performing states in rooftop solar adoption, with over 1.56 lakh installations completed under various schemes, Chief Secretary Anu Garg said while reviewing the performance of the State’s four power distribution companies (DISCOMs) on Saturday. She also directed the utilities to accelerate renewable energy initiatives and strengthen…
Bhubaneswar: The National Informatics Centre (NIC), Odisha has been honoured with the “Digital Initiative for Ensuring Rural Connectivity and Digital Services Award” for its Directorate of Export Promotion and Marketing Online Services (DEPMOS) project, marking a significant recognition of the State’s efforts in advancing digital governance. The award was presented at the 6th Digital Transformation…
Bargarh: To ensure the conservation of winged guests and provide them a safe environment, the residents of Govindpur under Lakhanpur Wildlife Range in Ambabhona block of Bargarh district in Odisha have declared their village as ‘Birds Village’. Tamdei and Ramkhol are the two other villages in the region that have pledged to join the initiative….
New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at accelerating the progress of the agriculture sector across the country, Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, has initiated state-wise discussions. The Union Minister convened a meeting with a high-level delegation, including Chhattisgarh Agriculture Minister Ramvichar Netam, at Krishi Bhavan in New Delhi. The…
Bhubaneswar: The much-awaited Park Utsav, part of the Ekamra Utsav organized by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA), began today with energy and enthusiasm across five city parks. As a key event celebrating Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025, the Utsav focuses on promoting health and cultural engagement, drawing residents and visitors alike. At Forest Park, the day…
Kathmandu: The 2nd Kathmandu Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) concluded on September 3 in Kathmandu, Nepal, marking a successful gathering of renowned literary figures, intellectuals, and artists from across South Asia. Attending the inaugural ceremony on September 1, the Foreign Minister of Nepal, NP Saud expressed his optimism that the festival would play a pivotal role…
Sambalpur: Preparations are underway for the annual census of migratory birds at Odisha’s Hirakud Dam reservoir, set to begin on January 18, 2025. Known for its thriving avian population, the Hirakud Wetland, a designated Ramsar site, has been hosting thousands of migratory birds since October this year. The Hirakud Wetland has witnessed a steady rise in…
Washington: US President Donald Trump on Thursday unveiled sweeping tariff measures, including a 100 per cent duty on branded and patented pharmaceutical imports from October 1, 2025. The decision is expected to have significant repercussions for India, which counts the United States as its largest market for pharmaceutical exports. Announcing the move on his social…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a midday alert, warning that Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Montha’ (pronounced Mon-Tha) is inching closer to the Andhra Pradesh coast and will likely make landfall near Kakinada late this evening or night. The system is expected to unleash heavy rain, strong winds, and rough sea conditions across…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh presented awards to distinguished figures from the medical field and philanthropists at a ceremony organized by Malayala Manorama and The Week magazine today. The event celebrated the contributions of notable individuals across various domains, including social service, media, education, cinema, and music. Dr. Singh unveiled the “Pioneers of India,”…
