Bhubaneswar: The annual headcount of migratory birds in and around Chilika Lake for the fiscal year 2023-24 concluded today evening, revealing a remarkable influx of 11,37,759 avian guests representing 187 different species to Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, according to sources from the Forest Department. Conducted across five Forest ranges—Balugaon, Chilika, Tangi, Satapada, and Rambha—in…
New Delhi: The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has reported a significant increase in net member additions for September 2024, with 18.81 lakh members joining, marking a 9.33% year-on-year growth compared to September 2023. The rise underscores growing employment opportunities, heightened awareness of employee benefits, and EPFO’s robust outreach initiatives. The organization enrolled 9.47 lakh…
Bhubaneswar: In a rare and exciting occurrence, first-time safari tourists at Debrigarh Sanctuary were thrilled to spot the elusive Wild Dog, also known as Dhole or Balua Kukura in Odia, during a safari on 10th August. The sighting took place at around 3:30 PM near the Deer Zone of the safari route. The Wild Dog, an…
New Delhi: India, with its vast railway network transporting millions daily, is witnessing a transformative change in food safety standards across railway stations, thanks to the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)’s Eat Right Station initiative. The initiative has now successfully certified 150 railway stations across the country, ensuring passengers access safe, hygienic,…
Kamle: In a significant step towards strengthening sports infrastructure in India’s Northeast, Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, inaugurated the Khelo India Multipurpose Hall in Kamle district of Arunachal Pradesh on Thursday. The facility, fully funded by the Central Government, has been constructed at a cost of…
Kolkata: Mumbai City FC will travel to Kolkata to take on Mohun Bagan Super Giant for the final of the Indian Super League (ISL) Cup on Saturday at Salt Lake Stadium and will look for a different outcome than what they managed two weeks earlier when a defeat to the Mariners meant they had to…
Patna: Union Agriculture and Farmers Welfare Minister, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, held an insightful discussion with farmers in Patna, Bihar, emphasizing that agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy and farmers are its soul. He expressed his gratitude to Prime Minister Narendra Modi for entrusting him with the responsibility of serving the farmers, which he…
New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at reviving the study and preservation of Buddhist heritage and culture among minority communities, the Ministry of Minority Affairs has given its nod to the establishment of the ‘Centre for Advanced Studies in Buddhist Studies’ at the University of Delhi. This initiative, sanctioned under the Pradhan Mantri Jan…
Mumbai: At the crossroads of creativity and capital, WAVEX 2025—the flagship startup initiative of the World Audio-Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES)—is fast becoming a beacon for India’s media and entertainment (M&E) innovators. Held at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, the platform has ignited new opportunities for startups by connecting them directly with investors, mentors, and…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and Tribal Affairs, Shri Arjun Munda, launched key initiatives aimed at enhancing farmer welfare, including the centralized “Kisan Rakshak Helpline 14447 and Portal,” the Agri-Insurance Sandbox Framework Platform SARTHI, and the Learning Management System (LMS) Platform under the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY). Minister of…
