Bhubaneswar: The Congress party unveiled its candidates for three Lok Sabha seats and 16 Assembly constituencies in Odisha on Saturday, gearing up for the upcoming elections in the state. In a press release issued by the All India Congress Committee (AICC), Dulal Chandra Pradhan has been nominated to contest from the Sambalpur Lok Sabha seat….
Puri: From the evolution of Shaivite worship in Odisha to the traditional crafts and ritual practices that continue to shape Puri’s cultural identity, the second annual celebration of Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) brought together historians, scholars, artisans and heritage enthusiasts to reflect on the need to preserve the region’s living heritage. Held at Sanskruti Bhawan…
Kochi: A three-member delegation from the Jordan Armed Forces (JAF), led by Cdr Hazem I Maitah, conducted a maiden visit to the Southern Naval Command (SNC), Kochi, and the Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala, from April 29 to May 4, 2024. The visit aimed at fostering military training exchanges between Jordan and India, following discussions…
Berlin: Substitute Ollie Watkins sent England to their second successive Euro final with a 2-1 victory over the resilient Netherlands in the semifinal. Ronald Koeman’s men got off to the perfect start when Xavi Simons danced through the England defense before unleashing a right-footed shot past goalkeeper Jordan Pickford to break the deadlock after just seven…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards enhancing skill development in the aviation sector, the Odisha government has forged a collaboration between the Skill Development and Technical Education Department, Commerce and Transport Department, and GMR Aero Academy (GMRAA). A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed in a ceremony attended by Minister of Commerce and Transport Tukuni…
Bhubaneswar: Marking the completion of its first year in office, the Odisha government on Wednesday launched the Bikash Vahan Yatra, a statewide outreach campaign aimed at showcasing its achievements and connecting more closely with citizens. The initiative was ceremoniously flagged off by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar. Describing the…
Bhubaneswar: Smart City Bhubaneswar has ranked fourth among the top 10 Livable Capital Cities in the country. The city has topped in the Citizen Perception Survey with a score of 94.8 out of 100. As per the New Delhi-based Centre for Science and Environment (CSE’s) Ease of Living Index Report, 2020, Bengaluru is the Top-1…
Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking development for healthcare education in Odisha, the state government has announced the launch of PhD courses for medical students. Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling has lauded this initiative as a major achievement, marking a significant step in enhancing the quality of healthcare education and research in the state. This new academic venture…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has been apprised of a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed on November 7, 2023, between the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of the Republic of India, and Agencia Nacional de Regulacion, Control Y Vigilancia Sanitaria – ARCSA, Doctor Leopoldo Izquieta Perez, The Republic of Ecuador, focusing on cooperation in the field of Medical Products Regulation.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to resolve longstanding land-related issues, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik distributed Record of Rights (ROR) or land pattas to 10,000 Sikkim ryots from 26 districts during a special function on Tuesday in Bhubaneswar. Addressing the gathering, Chief Minister Patnaik emphasized that addressing the concerns of the people has been the topmost…
