Bhubaneswar: Union Home Minister Amit Shah commenced the election campaign for Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) candidates in Odisha’s Sonepur, rallying party leaders and workers in a fervent call for change. Arriving at the rally venue in Sonepur around 4 pm via a special chopper from Jharsuguda airport, Shah ignited spirits with a passionate address to…
Bhubaneswar: As Odisha braces for an intense summer, the Health and Family Welfare Department has ramped up its heatwave preparedness strategy to safeguard public health. Acting on the directions of Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, a high-level review meeting was conducted under the chairmanship of Dr. Nilakantha Mishra, Director of Public Health,…
New Delhi: Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh held a telephonic conversation with US Secretary of Defence Mr Lloyd Austin on March 18. Both Ministers briefly discussed a range of bilateral, regional security and defence cooperation issues.
New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, today emphasized the Global South’s minimal role in global environmental damage, attributing the crisis to the developed nations that benefited from low-cost energy in the past. The remarks were made during the inaugural session of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit 2024, held in…
Bhubaneswar: On Friday, the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) unveiled two distinctive experiences as part of the ongoing Ekamra Walks initiative. The exclusive “Essence of Odisha” trail kicked off today, offering locals and tourists an immersive journey into Odisha’s rich cultural and linguistic tapestry. The day commenced with the “Walk in Wilderness” at Deras Dam, a…
Archer Harvinder Singh made history by winning first medal in para archery at Tokyo Paralympics on Friday. He beat South Korea’s Kim Min Su in the shoot-off and won the bronze medal. Praveen Kumar and Avani Lekhara were the other Indian players who had won medals in their respective events. India is currently placed 37th…
Rourkela: UP Rudras maintained their unbeaten streak with a commanding 3-0 victory over Soorma Hockey Club in the Hero Hockey India League 2024-25 at the Birsa Munda Hockey Stadium in Rourkela today. The game began with UP Rudras taking control from the outset, applying relentless pressure on Soorma Hockey Club’s defence. In just the second…
Mumbai: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai today, emphasizing India’s strides in the fintech sector. Organized by the Payments Council of India, the National Payments Corporation of India, and the Fintech Convergence Council, GFF 2024 aims to showcase the country’s fintech innovations and bring together key industry stakeholders.
Barcelona: Spanish tennis player Roberto Bautista Agut reached a significant milestone in his career at the ongoing Barcelona Open by securing his 400th win in singles on the ATP Tour. The wildcard entrant achieved this feat after defeating Italian Andrea Vavassori in a hard-fought battle on Wednesday. In a thrilling encounter, Bautista Agut emerged victorious…
New Delhi: The Union Budget 2025-26 has introduced significant tax relief for the middle class, reinforcing the government’s philosophy of “trust first, scrutinize later.” Presenting the budget in Parliament, Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced a major overhaul in tax slabs and rates, ensuring lower tax burdens and higher disposable income for millions of taxpayers….
