Bhubaneswar: From the remote villages of Odisha to international job markets, young women in the state are scripting powerful stories of transformation—armed with skills, determination, and the unwavering support of the Skilled-in-Odisha initiative and the World Skill Center (WSC) in Bhubaneswar. Anjulata Negi, a resident of Bargarh district who lost her father at an early…
Rourkela: Soorma Hockey Club clinched a hard-fought 4-3 victory against the Kalinga Lancers in an electrifying Hero Hockey India League match at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium on Sunday. The game was marked by stellar goalkeeping from Vincent Vanasch, who played a pivotal role in securing the win for Soorma. The intense match saw Jeremy…
Bhubaneswar: Renowned film producer, singer, and All India Radio artist Solila Parida bid farewell to the world on March 31, 2025, at her residence in Bhubaneswar. Her journey, marked by artistic brilliance and an indomitable spirit, saw her transcend geographical boundaries and achieve global recognition in music and cinema. Born in Odisha, Solila’s love for…
Bhubaneswar: The 40th Sub-Junior and 50th Junior Aquatic Championship concluded today at the Kalinga Stadium, with Karnataka claiming the overall championship trophy. The closing ceremony was graced by Odisha’s Minister of Sports & Youth Services, Suryabanshi Suraj, who presented the trophy and extended his heartfelt congratulations to all participants and winners. The event saw 11…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to India’s air combat capabilities, the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) successfully test-fired the indigenous ASTRA Beyond Visual Range Air-to-Air Missile (BVRAAM) from the LCA AF MK1 prototype fighter aircraft. The test was conducted off the coast of Chandipur, Odisha, showcasing the missile’s precision and reliability. The ASTRA missile scored a…
New Delhi: In a significant development, Nitin Gadkari, the Union Minister of Road Transport & Highways, has given the green signal for an investment of Rs. 1014.59 crore for the construction of the pivotal Kharsang-Miao-Vijaynagar – Gandhigram section of NH-913, widely recognized as the Frontier Highway, in Arunachal Pradesh. Highlighting the project’s transformative potential, Gadkari…
Bhubaneswar: Naveen Jindal, Chairman of Jindal Steel and Power and Member of Parliament, paid a courtesy visit to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the Lok Seva Bhavan today. The meeting focused on Odisha’s rapid industrial and sports development. During the discussion, CM Majhi highlighted Odisha’s emergence as a leading state in sports, emphasizing the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Sports Minister Suryabanshi Suraj praised the state’s athletes for their dedication and excellence as the Sports and Youth Services Department honored 165 athletes for their outstanding performances across 24 different sports disciplines. The awards ceremony, held today, recognized the efforts of athletes who have brought laurels to the state in various competitions. A…
New Delhi: The curtain raiser for the highly anticipated Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly was hosted today in New Delhi, with representatives from 60 countries attending. The assembly, set to be a global platform for advancing solar energy cooperation, will be presided over by Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of New and Renewable…
New Delhi: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has released provisional payroll data for August 2024, revealing a net addition of 18.53 lakh members during the month. This represents a 9.07% year-on-year growth compared to August 2023, highlighting the growing employment opportunities and heightened awareness of employee benefits across the country. New Membership Surge In…
