New Delhi: In a significant boost to India’s defense capabilities and the Make-in-India initiative, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed a contract with the Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), a unit of Armoured Vehicle Nigam Limited (AVNL), for the procurement of 47 Tank-72 Bridge Laying Tanks (BLTs). The agreement, valued at ₹1,560.52 crore, was signed…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Railways is spearheading a transformative journey to make Indian Railways a trailblazer in environmental sustainability with the ambitious vision of becoming Green Railways by 2030. The ministry has implemented a series of groundbreaking initiatives aimed at mitigating global warming and combating climate change. The comprehensive strategy includes Railway Electrification, enhancing…
Greater Noida: The Union Minister of Textiles, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated key industry exhibitions on garment technology, dyes and chemicals, and handicrafts at the India Expo Centre & Mart, Greater Noida. The event, organized under the umbrella of Bharat Tex 2025, serves as a precursor to the mega textile fair scheduled to take place at Bharat…
Paris: In a thrilling showdown on Day 5 of the Paris Paralympics 2024, Suhas Yathiraj has secured a silver medal in the Men’s Singles SL4 category, adding another accolade to India’s impressive medal tally.
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government has decided to reopen all government, private, and aided schools across the state for students from Class I to Class XII starting from tomorrow, June 21. This decision comes as per the announcement made by the Information & Public Relations Department, outlining the operational timings and subsequent resumption of regular classes….
Puri: The 10th edition of the Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) unfolded a rich tapestry of spiritual legacy and cultural storytelling yesterday as around 20 heritage enthusiasts from Puri, Bhubaneswar, Konark, and Rourkela embarked on a guided trail around the revered Narendra Sarovar and its surrounding landmarks. The walk commenced with a visit to the sacred…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has launched a dedicated digital storefront for its micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on MSME Global Mart, seeking to expand their visibility and connect them with buyers in domestic and international markets. Chief Secretary Anu Garg launched the Odisha State e-Pavilion on Thursday in the presence of National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC)…
Keonjhar: Fertile soil and reliable water sources are vital for successful farming, and the state government is making significant strides in promoting soil and rainwater conservation in Keonjhar district. Through the ‘Integrated Watershed Management’ program, supported by the Odisha Mineral Bearing Area Development Corporation (OMBADC), farmers are gaining access to resources that boost agricultural productivity…
New Delhi: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, welcomed the Prime Minister of the Cooperative Republic of Guyana, H. E. Brigadier (Retd.) Mark Phillips, and his delegation at Rashtrapati Bhavan on February 7, 2024.
New Delhi: In the wake of a strong backlash on social media, Maldives swiftly took action on Sunday, suspending two ministers for making derogatory remarks against Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Deputy Minister of Youth Empowerment Mariyam Shiuna and Deputy Minister of Transport & Civil Hassan Zihan faced suspension following India’s expression of concern over…
