New Delhi: Tensions between India and Pakistan escalated sharply overnight as Indian Armed Forces carried out precise retaliatory strikes on Pakistani air defence systems following a series of attempted drone and missile attacks by Pakistan on Indian military installations. In a press briefing on Operation SINDOOR held on May 7, India had described its military…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push to strengthen rural infrastructure, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved the “Constituency Wise Allocation (CWA)” scheme—a ₹426 crore initiative focused on constructing and upgrading Rural Development (RD) roads across all 142 Assembly Constituencies in the state. The three-year scheme will be implemented from 2024-25 to 2026-27, with the goal of…
Puri: In a major boost to Odisha’s infrastructure and tourism ambitions, the proposed Puri Airport has been granted Greenfield status by the Government of India, officially placing the project on the fast track for development. This strategic milestone promises to transform Puri—one of India’s most sacred pilgrimage cities—into a globally connected spiritual destination. The approval…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark decision aimed at transforming public transportation in rural Odisha, the State Cabinet has approved the rollout of the Mukhyamantri Bus Seva (MBS) — a comprehensive scheme designed to provide safe, reliable, affordable, and inclusive transport services to remote and underserved regions. The MBS initiative is poised to significantly enhance last-mile connectivity,…
New Delhi: The Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) and the CSIR–National Physical Laboratory (CSIR-NPL) have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to jointly advance research and innovation in classical and quantum communication technologies. The partnership brings together C-DOT, India’s premier telecom R&D institution under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), and CSIR-NPL, the nation’s…
New Delhi: In a significant diplomatic and cultural win, the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has successfully secured the postponement of the auction of the sacred Piprahwa Buddhist relics, originally scheduled by Sotheby’s Hong Kong for May 7, 2025. The relics, believed to include bone fragments of the Historical Buddha, along with soapstone and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to women-led enterprise in Odisha, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the Subhadra Shakti Cafe at the serene Anandabana campus in Kalinga Nagar, Bhubaneswar. The café, managed entirely by Self Help Group (SHG) women, represents the evolving development model of the state, focused on empowering women through entrepreneurship, innovation, and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to the state’s alternative healthcare infrastructure, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday announced the establishment of three integrated AYUSH hospitals in Dhenkanal, Berhampur, and Balasore. The move aims to strengthen the presence of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha, and Homoeopathy (AYUSH) systems in the state. The announcement…
Mumbai: In a major development for Indian cricket, Team India captain Rohit Sharma has announced his retirement from Test cricket with immediate effect. The announcement came through an Instagram story on Wednesday evening, marking the end of an illustrious red-ball career for the 38-year-old opener. Rohit, who played 67 Tests, scored over 5,000 runs, and…
Bhubaneswar/New Delhi: In a moving tribute to one of India’s most revered freedom fighters and aviators, the Russian government has honoured Biju Patnaik for his valiant contributions during World War II. A special memorial plaque was unveiled in his honour at the Russian Embassy in New Delhi on Thursday, marking 80 years since the Soviet…
