Puri: The Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has decided to set up a baby feeding room inside the temple premises, creating a private and hygienic space for breastfeeding mothers. The facility is aimed at addressing the needs of women devotees who visit the shrine with infants. According to SJTA, the feeding room will be located…
New Delhi: India Post Payments Bank (IPPB), a pivotal institution in advancing financial inclusion across the nation, proudly celebrates its 7th Foundation Day today.
Bhubaneswar: Four-time national award-winning Odia filmmaker Lipika Singh Darai’s documentary on puppeteers is going to be screened at an art film festival in Italy this week. Lipika, who has created a special place for herself in the Indian documentary film world, has again tried her best to give the lively touch to a dying art…
New Delhi: Indian Racing Festival, a motorsport event in India gearing up for its third season, received a major shot in the arm with former India cricket captain and ex-BCCI president Sourav Ganguly becoming an owner of the Kolkata Royal Tigers Racing team ahead of the 2024 season. With eight city-based teams — Kolkata, Hyderabad,…
New Delhi: India’s installed nuclear power capacity is poised for a significant expansion, set to triple from the current 8180 MW to 22480 MW by the fiscal year 2031-32. This announcement was made by Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and MoS PMO, Department of Atomic…
Bhubaneswar: In a major policy shift aimed at enhancing the quality of service delivery in child and women welfare programmes, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved an amendment to the Odisha Child and Women Welfare Service Rules, mandating that Anganwadi workers must possess a graduate degree or its equivalent from a recognized university for selection-based…
Ranchi: Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), a subsidiary of Coal India Limited, has successfully converted abandoned mine pits into thriving fish farms, promoting sustainable use of natural resources while supporting local communities and biodiversity. This innovative initiative, guided by the Ministry of Coal, demonstrates CCL’s commitment to sustainable development and resource management. By turning five abandoned…
Cuttack: In a recent update to the Orissa High Court, the ongoing repair work on the Natamandap and Jagamohan of the revered Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri is expected to be completed by April 30, 2024. Amicus Curiae M K Mohanty conveyed this information verbally, assuring the court that the restoration efforts by the Archaeological…
Dharamsala: The Royal Challengers Bangaluru (RCB) secured their fourth consecutive victory in the IPL season, defeating the Punjab Kings by 60-run margin at the Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association Stadium in Dharamsala. Leading from the front, Virat Kohli’s masterclass innings of 92 runs off just 47 deliveries set the stage for RCB’s dominance. Despite being dropped…
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…
