Mumbai: Mumbai City FC strengthened their bid for the Indian Super League (ISL) 2023-24 title by defeating Odisha FC 2-1 at the Mumbai Football Arena (MFA) tonight. With this crucial win, the Islanders have effectively eliminated Odisha FC and FC Goa from contention for the league title, positioning themselves closer to defending their championship this…
Sarsawa: The Indian Air Force (IAF) is celebrating ‘Kargil Vijay Diwas Rajat Jayanti’ at Air Force Station Sarsawa from July 12 to July 26, 2024, to mark the 25th anniversary of the Kargil War victory. This event honors the bravery and sacrifice of the air warriors who played a crucial role in Operation Safed Sagar…
Faridabad: NHPC, a premier hydropower company, marked a significant milestone by successfully organizing the inaugural edition of ‘Gyanankan – The Business Quiz’ for its employees. The quiz, a part of NHPC’s Organizational Development initiatives, aimed to encourage employees to stay informed about the latest business developments, current affairs, and global advancements. It also sought to…
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…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha government has rolled out the Atal Bus Stand Scheme to develop modern, passenger-friendly bus terminals across the state. The initiative aims to establish state-of-the-art bus stands at district, sub-divisional, and block headquarters, as well as in urban local bodies and key tourist destinations. These facilities will be categorised into A, B, and C…
Chennai: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, announced today that double Olympic medalist in shooting, Manu Bhaker, has been appointed as the Brand Ambassador for the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways. Bhaker, who recently won medals at the Summer Olympics in Paris, is the daughter of a marine engineer, making…
New Delhi: In a major relief for taxpayers, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that 1 crore more people will now be exempt from paying income tax following the increase in the rebate threshold to ₹12 lakh in the Union Budget 2025-26. Addressing a post-budget press conference on Saturday, she stated that the move would “put…
New Delhi: The ‘Critical Minerals Summit: Enhancing Beneficiation and Processing Capabilities’ concluded today, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey towards achieving its critical minerals objectives. Organized by the Ministry of Mines in collaboration with the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation (Shakti), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and Indian Institute of Sustainable Development (IISD),…
Bolangir: What began as a grassroots football tournament in the heart of western Odisha turned into a historic celebration of inclusion and aspiration, as tribal children—many playing their first-ever competitive match—lit up the field during the AJSA India Champions League 2025. Organised by AJSA India in partnership with the FIFA Foundation, the three-day event at…
New Delhi: In response to a threat perception report prepared by central security agencies, Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar has been provided with Z-category VIP security by the Central government, according to sources on Tuesday. Rajiv Kumar, a distinguished former IAS officer from the 1984 batch, assumed the esteemed role of the 25th Chief Election…
