Bhubaneswar: The 46th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Odisha State Seeds Corporation (OSSC) took place today, with Principal Secretary of the Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (AG&FE) Department, Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, emphasizing the critical role of bio-fortified seeds in enhancing farmers’ income and diversifying agricultural practices in the state. During his address, Dr. Padhee noted…
Bhubaneswar: Indian Para-Badminton sensation Pramod Bhagat staged a remarkable comeback on Sunday to clinch the gold medal in the World Para-Badminton Championships, adding another feather to his illustrious cap. Pramod faced tough competition from Daniel Bethell of the United Kingdom in the final of the MS SL3 category, ultimately triumphing with a hard-fought victory of…
New Delhi: Responding to feedback from candidates, the National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced the rescheduling of the UGC-NET exam 2024. Originally slated for June 16, the exam will now be conducted on June 18, as confirmed by University Grants Commission (UGC) chairman Mamidala Jagadesh Kumar. In a social media announcement on Monday, Jagadesh Kumar…
Bhubaneswar: The 39th Sub Junior and 49th Junior National Aquatic Championships 2023 kicked off in Bhubaneswar, Odisha with a splash of remarkable achievements. The newly inaugurated Indoor Aquatic Centre at the Kalinga Sports Complex provided an international backdrop for the exhilarating races on the opening day. Assam’s Jananjoy J Hazarika set the pace by smashing the…
Abu Dhabi: The World Trade Organization’s (WTO) negotiation session on Fisheries Subsidies during the ongoing Abu Dhabi Ministerial Conference-13 witnessed India restating its principled positions on responsible and sustainable fisheries practices. India emphasized that its vast and diverse fishing community has always prioritized responsible fishing, and any comprehensive agreement on fisheries subsidies must consider the…
Bhubaneswar: Seven education officials from Odisha have earned national recognition for innovative initiatives aimed at improving learning outcomes, strengthening school safety and ensuring greater student retention. The officials were conferred the National Awards for Innovations and Good Practices in Educational Administration by the National Institute of Educational Planning and Administration (NIEPA), New Delhi, at a…
Bhubaneswar: A State-Level Workshop on “Role of Academic Institutions in Strengthening Social Behavioural Change Landscape for Women, Children and Adolescents in Odisha” was organised today in Bhubaneswar. Jointly organised by Fakir Mohan University, Balasore, with UNICEF Odisha, the workshop brought together academicians, researchers, development practitioners, and policy experts to deliberate on how higher educational institutions…
Chandipur: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has achieved a significant milestone by successfully completing six consecutive developmental trials of the High-Speed Expendable Aerial Target (HEAT) ‘ABHYAS’ with an improved booster configuration. These trials were conducted at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha, marking a total of 10 successful developmental trials, thereby…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday inaugurated a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility of Weightrack India Private Limited at Infovalley-II in Khordha, strengthening the state’s expanding industrial landscape. Addressing the gathering, the Chief Minister said the success of the company—founded by an Odia entrepreneur—reflects the growing capabilities of local enterprises in emerging sectors. He…
Puri: In the lead-up to the first anniversary of Puri Heritage Walks (PHW), a vibrant school-level competition was organised on Friday at PM Shri Biswambhar Vidyapitha to foster greater interest in local heritage among students. The event, aimed at nurturing curiosity and pride in the region’s rich cultural legacy, saw enthusiastic participation from over 70…
