New Delhi: In a swift and coordinated operation, the Indian Navy intercepted two Sri Lankan-flagged fishing vessels in the Arabian Sea, seizing approximately 500 kilograms of narcotics, identified as crystal methamphetamine. The operation was carried out in close collaboration with the Sri Lankan Navy, reaffirming the strong partnership between the two nations in combating maritime…
New Delhi: In a pivotal move for the integration of Ayurveda with modern education and technology, the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi, and Amity University, Noida, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to further their collaboration in education, research, and technology. The MoU, signed on Thursday, extends the ongoing five-year agreement…
Mumbai: On the occasion of International Coastal Cleanup Day, Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav, announced the launch of a new initiative to support youth-led recycling startups aimed at fostering a cleaner and greener planet. Speaking at a Mega Beach Clean-up Drive at Juhu Beach, Mumbai, the Minister revealed new Guidelines…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Navy is set to hold the Passing Out Parade (POP) for the fifth batch of Agniveers at INS Chilka on March 7, 2025. This marks the successful completion of training for approximately 2,972 Agniveers, including women Agniveers, who have undergone rigorous training at the premier naval training establishment. Vice Admiral V. Srinivas,…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated Bharat Tex 2024, a colossal global textile event, at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, marking a significant step towards boosting the country’s textile sector. The event, taking place in Bharat Mandapam and Yasho Bhoomi, features over 3000 exhibitors and traders from nearly 100 countries, along with around 40,000…
New Delhi: The Odisha Mandap at the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF) has become a major attraction, captivating thousands of visitors with its artistic splendor and cultural elegance. Both domestic and international attendees have been drawn to the pavilion, which offers a rich blend of Odisha’s heritage and forward-looking initiatives. This year’s IITF, themed…
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister of Railways, Communications, and Electronics & Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, embarked on a significant two-day visit to Odisha, landing at Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar on Saturday evening. Warmly welcomed by senior railway officials, the minister’s visit is marked by key engagements in the state. A notable event on his agenda…
Bhubaneswar: Senior supply officers from across Odisha gathered at Lok Seva Bhawan on Tuesday for a State-level conference aimed at reviewing procurement operations, strengthening the public distribution system and improving implementation of consumer welfare schemes across the state. The conference of Chief Civil Supply Officers (CCSOs), Civil Supply Officers (CSOs) and Additional Civil Supply Officers…
Bhubaneswar: The Directorate of Economics & Statistics (DE&S), Odisha, under the Planning & Convergence Department, has successfully completed a five-day advanced training programme on the implementation of the Data Catalogue using the National Data Archive (NADA) platform. The Phase-II training, held from 17th to 21st November 2025 at the Nabakrushna Choudhury Centre for Development Studies…
Bhubaneswar: The 30th meeting of the Board of Directors of Bhubaneswar Smart City Limited (BSCL) was held today at LokSeva Bhawan under the chairpersonship of Anu Garg, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary, Government of Odisha. The meeting reviewed major Smart City projects and approved several measures to enhance urban infrastructure and citizen services. The meeting was…
