Koraput: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) Supremo and star campaigner Naveen Patnaik commenced his whirlwind election campaign today in Koraput district, setting the stage for a spirited electoral battle. Addressing a massive gathering at the OMP Ground in Koraput, Naveen Patnaik expressed gratitude to the thousands of enthusiastic supporters who braved the scorching heat to attend…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s vibrant cultural, literary and artistic heritage received national recognition as four distinguished personalities from the State were conferred the Padma Shri for 2026. The Union government announced the prestigious civilian awards on Sunday, on the eve of the 77th Republic Day celebrations, marking a moment of pride for Odisha. According to the official…
Celebrating the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav with Kala Kumbh- artist workshops, the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi in collaboration with the Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Defence has successfully created painting scrolls measuring approximately 750 metres. Artists from across the country attended the workshop and created the gigantic scroll representing the tales…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida announced on Thursday that the verification process for applicants under the Subhadra Yojana will be completed within 15 days. Speaking to the media, Parida clarified that girls turning 21 this month are eligible for financial aid under the scheme. She reassured that the state government is committed to…
Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced a cash reward of Rs 58 crore to honour Team India following their remarkable victory in the ICC Champions Trophy 2025. The reward acknowledges the efforts of the players, coaching staff, support staff, and selection committee members who contributed to the team’s success….
New Delhi: The two-day workshop on Modern Technologies in Survey-Resurvey for Urban Land Records, held at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, concluded today with significant insights into advancing urban land management. The session was chaired by Minister of State for Rural Development Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, who emphasized that accurate land records are essential for…
New Delhi: Olympians Manu Bhaker and Anish Bhanwala displayed remarkable consistency as they maintained their strong performances in the ongoing Olympic Selection Trials 1&2, securing top spots in their respective qualification rounds held at the Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range near New Delhi on Sunday. In the Women’s 25M Pistol OST T2 qualification, Manu Bhaker…
Mumbai: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has announced plans to introduce a fresh framework for authenticating digital payment transactions, coupled with enhanced norms to fortify the security of the Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AePS). Emphasizing a longstanding commitment to digital payment security, the RBI aims to streamline authentication methods, moving beyond the conventional SMS-based…
Panchkula: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Government of Haryana and the National Forensic Science University (NFSU), Gandhinagar, in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah. The event was attended by Union Minister Manohar Lal and Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh. Amit Shah emphasized the importance of integrating a scientific approach…
Bhubaneswar: The 78th Senior National Aquatics Championships came to a thrilling conclusion at Kalinga Stadium on Thursday, with Karnataka’s Shoan Ganguly stealing the spotlight by setting a new national mark in the men’s 400m Individual Medley. Ganguly clocked 4:24.64, bettering Aryan Nehra’s 2023 national record of 4:25.62 and clinching the gold in style. Ganguly’s feat…
