Bhubaneswar: The 78th Senior National Aquatic Championship 2025 began with grandeur and high energy at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar today, drawing participation from over 400 top swimmers from across India. The five-day championship, which runs through June 26, promises to be a showcase of speed, endurance, and emerging talent in Indian swimming. Organized jointly…
Bhubaneswar: At least 3 poachers have been arrested from Debrigarh Sanctuary by night the patrolling team of Hirakud Wildlife Division on Sunday morning. The team headed by a forester, lady forest guard, and 10 squads while patrolling at periphery areas of Debrigarh Sanctuary, near Rengali Beat of the western part of Debrigarh Sanctuary, in Bargarh…
New Delhi: In a special Republic Day celebration, Jayant Chaudhary, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Minister of State for the Ministry of Education, honored 100 distinguished entrepreneurs from across India’s skill ecosystem at a grand event held at Kaushal Bhawan. These entrepreneurs, invited as…
New Delhi: In a keynote address at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue on October 24, 2024, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh emphasized the significance of continuous dialogue in resolving disputes, citing the recent consensus achieved between India and China to address differences along the Line of Actual Control (LAC). He stated that ongoing discussions at both diplomatic…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi celebrated its 66th Foundation Day at the Kalinga Art Gallery on Sunday, reaffirming its commitment to promoting the state’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. Eminent sculptors Adwaita Charan Gadanayak and Binod Maharana, both recipients of the Padma Shri, attended the programme as chief guests. Deba Prasad Dash, Special Secretary…
New Delhi: In a significant step toward tackling the growing burden of Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) in India, the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare has launched an Intensified Special NCD Screening Campaign today. Running from February 20 to March 31, 2025, the initiative aims to achieve 100% screening of individuals aged 30 years and above…
Bhubaneswar: Actor Sabyasachi Mishra and his friends from the US and Odisha conducted a “Ration for Vaccine” campaign at Chandaka on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar today to ward off vaccine hesitancy among local residents. Their unique effort of removing fear and misconception about vaccine from rural people and encouraging 500 local residents to take the…
New Delhi: The Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, delivered a compelling message urging corporate leaders to actively support research and development, particularly focusing on disruptive technologies at the 150th anniversary of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) at Vigyan Bhawan.
New Delhi: Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, addressed the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) today at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event saw the presence of prominent figures, including Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare and Chemicals & Fertilizers, J….
Leh: A workshop and training program on the Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) for State and District Nodal Officers of Himachal Pradesh, the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh was conducted today in Leh. The program was inaugurated by Jagat Hazarika, Advisor (Statistics), Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry…
