India Strengthens Marine Conservation with Advanced Technologies and Policy Frameworks

New Delhi: The Government of India is integrating cutting-edge technologies with policy initiatives to enhance marine life conservation and sustainable fishing practices. The use of satellite imagery, remote sensing, and autonomous underwater vehicles like the C-bot is improving the monitoring of oceanic conditions, including sea surface temperature, salinity, water quality, and coral health. These advancements…

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East Coast Railway Announces Special Trains for Holi Rush

Bhubaneswar: To accommodate the increased demand for train travel during Holi, East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced special train services connecting major destinations such as Hyderabad, Kolkata, and Bengaluru. Additionally, the services of several existing special trains have been extended to ease passenger congestion during the festive period. With Holi celebrations leading to high ticket…

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Odisha Strengthens Renewable Energy Push with Pumped Storage Projects

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making rapid strides in renewable energy development by leveraging its natural resources for Pumped Storage Projects (PSPs). The state has identified 45 potential sites for PSPs, with 10 projects planned for implementation through Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). In addition to these government-backed initiatives, private companies have also shown interest in setting up…

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President Murmu Addresses Convocation at Guru Jambheshwar University

Hisar: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, graced the convocation ceremony of Guru Jambheshwar University of Science and Technology, emphasizing the pivotal role of higher education in preparing the youth for evolving global demands. Addressing students, faculty, and dignitaries, she underscored the necessity of extending the benefits of education and technology to rural areas for balanced…

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CARI Kolkata and Jadavpur University Join Hands for Ayurvedic Research on Diabetes

Kolkata: In a major step towards integrating traditional medicine with modern scientific research, the Central Ayurveda Research Institute (CARI), Kolkata, under the Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), Ministry of Ayush, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the School of Natural Product Studies (SNPS), Jadavpur University. The collaboration aims to evaluate…

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India Strengthens Future Pandemic Preparedness with Strategic Action Plan

New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, held discussions today on India’s pandemic preparedness strategy, emphasizing proactive measures for future outbreaks. During the event, NITI Aayog Member Dr. Vinod Paul presented a detailed report titled “Future Pandemic Preparedness and Emergency Response: A Framework…

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‘The Cottage’ Celebrates Women Artisans with Special Exhibition on International Women’s Day

New Delhi: The Central Cottage Industries Corporation Ltd, popularly known as ‘The Cottage,’ marked International Women’s Day 2025 with a unique exhibition featuring works by National and State Award-winning women artisans. The event, held at Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, Janpath, was inaugurated on March 8 by Katyayani Sanjay Bhatia, Deputy Commissioner, Department of Revenue, Ministry of…

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OWM Foundation Day: Deputy CM Parida Highlights Shakti App’s Role in Women’s Safety

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida has described the Shakti app, launched by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, as a landmark initiative in enhancing women’s safety. Speaking at the second foundation day of Odisha Women in Media (OWM) in Bhubaneswar, Parida said the app would streamline the legal process for survivors of sexual violence,…

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