Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to take centre stage in Indian rugby as the iconic Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, prepares to host the 10th Sub-Junior National Rugby Sevens Championships for Under-15 boys and girls in January 2026. The championship, organised by Rugby India in collaboration with the Government of Odisha, the Department of Sports & Youth Services…
Eminent environmentalist and padma vibhushan Sunderlal Bahuguna died of Covid-19 at AIIMS Rishikesh on Friday. The 94 year old eco-activist was admitted in a hospital on May 8 after his oxygen level started fluctuating. The Chipko Movement pioneer, Bahuguna spent his entire life educating villagers of Uttarakhand to protect their environment and protest against reckless…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a historic moment by laying the foundation stone and inaugurating around 2000 railway infrastructure projects worth over Rs. 41,000 crores through a virtual ceremony. The Viksit Bharat Viksit Railways event witnessed participation from lakhs of people connected at 500 railway stations and 1500 other venues. Addressing the occasion,…
New Delhi: In a significant step toward bolstering India’s bid to host the 2036 Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, held a meeting today with Lord Sebastian Coe, President of World Athletics and member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), in New…
New Delhi: In a significant move, the Department of Fisheries has been allocated a record-breaking amount of Rs. 2584.50 crore for the financial year 2024-25. This allocation marks the highest-ever annual budgetary support for the department, reflecting a 15% increase compared to the current financial year.
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) has unveiled an exceptional lineup of international films, showcasing stories of resilience, self-discovery, and the indomitable human spirit. This year, cinematic masterpieces from Uzbekistan, Estonia, and Serbia are taking center stage, offering audiences a glimpse into diverse cultural landscapes. Two poignant films from Uzbekistan have captivated…
Bhubaneswar: As changing weather conditions grip Odisha, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a ‘Yellow’ warning for light to moderate rain, thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds in several districts over the coming days. The unsettled weather is expected to continue until April 14, with varying intensity across the state. The IMD’s forecast indicates that…
Sambalpur: In a bid to preserve the sanctity and cleanliness of the revered Maa Samalei temple in Sambalpur district, authorities have implemented a strict prohibition on the consumption of paan and gutkha within the temple premises. The ban, set to be enforced from April 14 onwards, marks a significant step towards maintaining the sacredness of…
Bhubaneswar: The two-day National Conference on Good Governance Practices commenced today at the Convention Centre of Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, bringing together top policymakers, administrators, and reform advocates from across the country. The conference was jointly inaugurated by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances &…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to reduce man-animal conflicts, the Odisha Forest Department has unveiled a comprehensive blueprint to relocate 756 villages located in the state’s protected forest areas. The affected villagers will be moved to other regions with financial assistance under the state government’s resettlement scheme. The plan, while aimed at improving wildlife conservation and…
