New Delhi: In a major push towards employment generation, the Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoLE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with FoundIt (formerly Monster), a leading job portal, to enhance both domestic and international job opportunities for young job seekers in India. The MoU was signed in the presence of Union Minister…
New Delhi: The Government has approved a new initiative to develop tribal homestays under the Swadesh Darshan scheme as part of the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan, aiming to promote responsible tourism and enhance livelihood opportunities for tribal communities. The initiative includes the development of 1,000 homestays in tribal areas with financial support of up…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Sports Department has issued a show-cause notice to the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) following the floodlight failure that disrupted the India-England ODI at Barabati Stadium, Cuttack. The department has sought an explanation from OCA, questioning how such a major technical lapse occurred despite prior preparations for the international match. The match was…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh on Monday launched India’s first indigenous Automated Biomedical Waste Treatment Plant at AIIMS, New Delhi. Named “Sṛjanam,” the cutting-edge waste management rig was dedicated to the nation in a formal ceremony held at the AIIMS auditorium, followed by its commissioning on-site. Developed by CSIR-NIIST (National Institute for Interdisciplinary…
Bengaluru: The 15th edition of Aero India was inaugurated by Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh at Yelahanka Air Force Station in Bengaluru on February 10, 2025, setting the stage for one of Asia’s largest aerospace and defence exhibitions. Addressing the gathering, the Defence Minister highlighted that Aero India 2025 is not just a platform for showcasing…
Bhubaneswar: With exam season approaching, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi urged students to stay confident, manage time effectively, and avoid excessive stress during their preparations. Speaking at the ‘Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025’ event held at Unit-I Government High School in Bhubaneswar, Majhi emphasized that hard work and a positive mindset are key to success….
New Delhi: The Government has intensified its fight against Lymphatic Filariasis (LF) with the launch of the Annual Nationwide Mass Drug Administration (MDA) Campaign. Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda formally inaugurated the initiative via video conference, engaging with State Health Ministers and senior officials from 13 endemic states to ensure its smooth implementation. The…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi engaged with students from across the country during the 8th edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha (PPC) at Sunder Nursery, New Delhi on Saturday. In a candid and interactive session, the Prime Minister addressed concerns related to exams, stress management, leadership, time management, and wellness, while also emphasizing the importance…
Washington: United States President Donald Trump has officially designated February 9 as “Gulf of America Day,” marking the renaming of the Gulf of Mexico. The proclamation was signed on Sunday while Trump was en route to New Orleans for Super Bowl 59, with Air Force One flying over the renamed region. The renaming follows Executive Order…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s athletes delivered a stellar performance at the 38th National Games in Uttarakhand, clinching two gold medals and a silver on Sunday. Bapi Hansda emerged victorious in the Men’s 400m, outrunning Haryana’s Vikrant Panchal, who took silver, and Kerala’s Manu TS, who claimed bronze. The Odisha men’s 4×100m relay team set a new Games…
