Goa: Acclaimed actor and Padma Shri awardee Manoj Bajpayee, a stalwart of Indian cinema with four National Awards to his name, made a significant impact at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). His much-anticipated film, Despatch, featured under the ‘Special Presentations’ category, drawing attention to its compelling narrative and the artistry behind its…
Bodh Gaya: Speaking at the 6th Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Bodh Gaya, the Vice-President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, emphasized the paramount importance of core values in leadership while cautioning the youth against unethical shortcuts. Addressing students and faculty members, Dhankhar stressed the indispensability of ethical leadership, stating, “Ethical leadership is…
Bhubaneswar: Noted Odia poet Hrushikesh Mallik will get the Sahitya Akademi Award 2021 in Odia for his book ‘Sarijaithiba Apera’. The Akademi announced the award for different languages for the year 2021 on Thursday. Recipient of several awards, Hrushikesh was conferred with Sarala Award in 2016 for his poetry ‘Jeje Dekhi Nathiba Bharat’. He has…
Singapore: On the sidelines of the inaugural Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Clean Economy Investor Forum, the Department of Commerce and Invest India organized a high-profile meeting to highlight various investment opportunities in India. The event, held at Marina Bay Sands, brought together over 60 participants, including global investors, financial institutions, and key stakeholders from…
New Delhi: The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, officially launched the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the Green Tug Transition Program (GTTP) in New Delhi today. This landmark initiative aims to transition from conventional fuel-based harbor tugs to greener, more sustainable alternatives, marking a significant step in India’s commitment to environmental…
Kanpur: Team India sealed a comprehensive seven-wicket win against Bangladesh in the second Test at Kanpur, completing a 2-0 series sweep. Strong performances from the Indian bowlers, led by Ravichandran Ashwin, Ravindra Jadeja, and Jasprit Bumrah, played a key role in restricting Bangladesh to 146 in their second innings, setting up a modest target of 95 for the hosts.
Bhubaneswar: To promote Handloom village tourism among tourists, the Odisha government has decided to develop villages known for their weaves in the state. The Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Department and the Department of Tourism have structured interventions plan for the development and promotion of crafts and tourism sector in the state. The state government has…
Bhubaneswar: Seventeen-year-old Odia boy Bablu Munda, an International Wushu (A Chinese Martial Art form) player represented Odisha in a national level festive event organized by UNICEF at Thyagaraj Indoor Stadium in South Delhi on World Children’s Day. In the event, a friendly futsal match was organized for the children where Bablu along with other children…
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Paris: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has declared the gender tests conducted by the International Boxing Association (IBA) on two female fighters at last year’s World Championships illegitimate and lacking credibility. This revelation has reignited the controversy surrounding the disqualification of Algerian boxer Imane Khelif and Taiwan’s double-world champion Lin Yu-ting, both of whom were…
