CDS Gen Anil Chauhan Praises Agniveers as Leaders and Innovators

Belagavi: Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan commended the Agniveers, describing them as not just soldiers but also leaders, innovators, and defenders of the nation’s sovereignty. His remarks came during an interaction with the Agniveers undergoing training at the Maratha Regimental Centre and the Airmen Training School (ATS) in Belagavi on May 20,…

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India Launches First National Hackathon for Green Infrastructure Innovations in Cement Sector

Ballabgarh: In a landmark move to drive sustainability and innovation in the cement and construction industries, the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, through the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), launched the country’s first national-level hackathon titled “CemHack for Green Infra” on Monday. The initiative was inaugurated by Sanjiv, Joint Secretary, DPIIT,…

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Odisha Launches Financial Aid Scheme for Elderly Artisans and Weavers

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards the welfare and security of senior weavers and handicraft artisans in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has introduced the ‘Mukhyamantri Baristha Bunakar O Karigar Sahayata Yojana.’ This novel scheme aims to provide financial assistance to individuals aged 40 to 80 years (women) and 50 to 80 years (men) engaged…

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Odisha CM Announces Pension Increase for Construction Workers

Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards the welfare of construction workers in Odisha, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik announced an augmentation in their pension. The pension for workers registered with the Odisha Building and Other Construction Workers’ Welfare Board has been raised. Effective February 2024, all construction workers aged 60 and above, registered with the board,…

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India-EU Meeting Strengthens Science & Technology Cooperation for 2025-2030

New Delhi: India and the European Union (EU) have reaffirmed their commitment to enhancing scientific collaboration during the India-European Union Meeting on Science & Technology Cooperation, held on February 27, 2025, at the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Vigyan Bhawan Annexe, New Delhi. This meeting was part of the…

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‘WAVES’ OTT Platform Launched at 55th IFFI

Bhubaneswar: Goa Chief Minister Dr. Pramod Sawant today unveiled ‘WAVES,’ the highly anticipated OTT platform from Prasar Bharati, during the opening ceremony of the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa. The event was graced by several dignitaries, including Sanjay Jaju, Secretary of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Marking its entry into…

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Argentina Lifts the Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Title

Bhubaneswar: Argentina junior hockey team lifted the FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup Champions title defeating Germany in the final match played at Kalinga Stadium today. Argentina defeated Germany by 4-2 goals.  Argentinian player Lautaro Domene, who scored three goals from penalty corner chances, was named Player of the Match. In the semi final match,…

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Vedanta Kalinga Lancers Enter HIL Final with Gritty 2–1 Win over Ranchi Royals

Bhubaneswar: Vedanta Kalinga Lancers booked their place in the final of the Men’s Hero Hockey India League (HIL) with a hard-fought 2–1 victory over Ranchi Royals at the Kalinga Hockey Stadium on Friday. Belgian defender Alexander Hendrickx starred for the Lancers, scoring both goals to seal the win in a high-intensity encounter. Ranchi Royals began…

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