New Delhi: India and Cuba have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation in science and technology, with a particular focus on biotechnology and biomanufacturing. The discussions took place during a high-level meeting between Cuba’s Deputy Prime Minister, Dr. Eduardo Martínez Díaz, and Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha continues to reel under an intense heatwave as temperatures soared above 40°C in several parts of the state today, with Boudh emerging as the hottest location at a scorching 43.6°C. Weather scientist Umashankar Das reported that multiple regions experienced extreme heat, with Jharsuguda recording 42°C, Balangir at 41.7°C, Angul at 41.1°C, Titlagarh at…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is set to introduce ‘Poshan Kendras’ across the state, modeled after a similar initiative in Gujarat, to provide essential commodities at subsidised rates to economically weaker sections and middle-class families. Announcing the plan on Sunday, Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra stated that these centres will offer staples…
Bhubaneswar: With Odisha reeling under an intense heatwave, the state government is actively considering shifting school timings to morning hours to safeguard students from extreme temperatures. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond stated that the government is closely monitoring the situation and is likely to implement morning classes soon. A formal discussion will be…
New Delhi: The highly anticipated Fit India Carnival commenced today at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi, bringing together sports enthusiasts, fitness icons, and wellness experts for three days of high-energy activities. Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, officially inaugurated the event, emphasizing the importance of fitness as a national priority. Adding…
New Delhi: In a major step toward deepening economic cooperation, India and New Zealand have officially launched negotiations for a Free Trade Agreement (FTA). The announcement comes on the eve of a bilateral meeting between Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his New Zealand counterpart, Christopher Luxon, marking a new chapter in the longstanding partnership…
New Delhi: The Department of Personnel & Training (DoPT) has introduced several landmark reforms aimed at improving the ease of living for government employees, with a particular focus on empowering women through pension security and workplace benefits. In an exclusive interview, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, who oversees the DoPT, highlighted the government’s commitment to…
Guwahati: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, chaired a high-level review meeting in Guwahati today to assess the implementation of three new criminal laws across North-Eastern states. During the meeting, he also unveiled a book titled ‘New Criminal Laws: Standard Operating Procedures and Rules’, prepared by the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) of…
Kokrajhar: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah, addressed the 57th annual conference of the All Bodo Students’ Union (ABSU) in Kokrajhar, Assam, on Sunday, lauding the organization’s role in fostering peace and progress in the Bodoland region. The event was attended by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, Legislative Assembly Speaker Biswajit…
Bhubaneswar: Ramakanta Rath, one of the most celebrated modernist poets in Odia literature and a recipient of the Padma Bhushan, passed away on Sunday at the age of 90. He breathed his last at his residence in Kharavela Nagar, Bhubaneswar, leaving behind an enduring literary legacy. Born on December 13, 1934, in Cuttack, Rath pursued…
