New Delhi: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) released its updated Seasonal outlook for the hot weather season (April to June) 2024 and the Monthly outlook for April 2024 for rainfall and temperature. The announcement was made at Mahika Hall, Prithvi Bhawan, New Delhi, during a press conference held in a hybrid mode. During the forthcoming…
Bhubaneswar: With Odisha grappling with a heatwave for the past few days, humans and animals are finding it hard to bear the heat. On Sunday, a leopard in the forests of Nuapada district suffered sunstroke. The forest department officials took immediate action and saved the animal. Some villagers spotted the leopard in the forest near Siliarbahara…
New Delhi: In celebration of the 92nd anniversary of the Indian Air Force (IAF), Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh gave a warm send-off to the ‘Vayu Veer Vijeta’ car rally from the National War Memorial, New Delhi. The rally features over 50 air warriors, including women, who will traverse 7,000 kilometers across nine states and union…
Bhubaneswar: The Cricket Association for the Blind in India (CABI) has announced a 26-member squad for coaching ahead of the upcoming T20 World Cup Cricket for the Blind, with four players from Odisha making the cut. Debaraj Behera, Pankaj Bhue, Sukhram Majhi, and Nakula Badanayak, along with 22 others, will attend a coaching camp in New…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal has successfully executed Coal Mining Development and Production Agreements for three coal mines auctioned under the Second Attempt of the 7th Round. This significant achievement marks a milestone in the progress of commercial coal mining in India. Among the three mines, two are partially explored, while one is fully…
Bhubaneswar: Ahead of the Odisha Assembly elections 2024, the Congress party has unveiled its maiden list of candidates, marking the commencement of its electoral campaign in the state. The grand old party, known for its storied political legacy, has nominated a total of 49 candidates in its inaugural list. This strategic move underscores the Congress’s…
New Delhi: In a significant stride towards fostering research and innovation as catalysts for growth, the Government of India has activated the provisions of the Anusandhan Research Foundation (ANRF) Act on February 5, 2024. The establishment of ANRF aims to cultivate and propel Research and Development (R&D) across India’s educational institutions, research facilities, and laboratories….
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued Orange and Yellow warnings for thunderstorm and heavy rainfall in multiple districts of Odisha for the next two days, cautioning residents to stay prepared for adverse weather conditions. According to the IMD, thunderstorm with lightning, gusty surface wind speeds reaching 45-55 kmph, and hail are likely to…
Bhubaneswar: Nandan, 17-year-old Royal Bengal Tiger residing at Odisha’s renowned Nandankanan Zoological Park, breathed his last on Saturday after battling a prolonged illness. Sources reveal that Nandan had been grappling with arthritis in his waist, rendering him unable to walk comfortably. The tiger had been under the care of veterinary orthopaedic specialists at the zoo’s…
Bhubaneswar, February 17, 2025: The Odisha government has allocated Rs. 9,985 crore for urban development in the Annual Budget 2025-26, focusing on infrastructure enhancement, sanitation, and smart city initiatives to improve the quality of life in urban areas. Key Budgetary Allocations for Urban Development: Mukhyamantri Sahari Vikas Yojana: Rs. 1,100 crore for urban infrastructure and…
