Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to science and technology education among tribal students, President of India Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday virtually inaugurated Space Labs in 75 Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRSs) across the country, paving the way for greater access to advanced scientific learning in remote and tribal areas. The national initiative was launched in…
Leh: Day 4 of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 2 delivered exhilarating action at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, with record-breaking performances, unbeaten streaks, and dramatic comebacks. Organized in partnership with the UT Administration of Ladakh and the Ice Hockey Association of Ladakh, the league showcases the growing popularity and talent in…
New Delhi: In a scathing rebuke, the Supreme Court on Tuesday took a stern stand against Patanjali Ayurved, issuing a contempt notice for continuing to publish misleading advertisements related to medicinal cures.
Bhubaneswar: The General Administration and Public Grievance (GA&PG) Department has mandated that all IAS officers in Odisha must secure prior approval from the Chief Secretary before availing any kind of leave or leaving their headquarters. The new guideline, issued through an official memorandum on February 13, applies to all categories of leave, including Casual Leave…
Goa: In a significant stride toward self-reliance in defense production, Raksha Rajya Mantri Sanjay Seth launched India’s first indigenously built Pollution Control Vessel (PCV), named Samudra Pratap, in Goa today. The vessel, constructed by Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG), is designed to combat oil spills along the nation’s coastline. During…
Bhubaneswar: A Central team visited poultry farms in Puri district’s Nimapara block on Wednesday to evaluate the ongoing bird flu outbreak, marking a critical step in controlling the spread of avian influenza in the region. The three-member team, comprising experts from the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD)—Dr. Abhijit Mitra, Dr. Adhiraj Mishra, and…
Bhubaneswar: Thirteen major companies that had signed Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with the previous Biju Janata Dal (BJD) government in Odisha have withdrawn their proposed industrial projects, Minister of State for Industries Sampad Chandra Swain informed the Assembly on Friday. Responding to a query from MLA Aswini Kumar Patra, Swain revealed that these companies had…
New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Habitats Trust and HCL Foundation. The partnership, formalized at the ICG Headquarters in New Delhi, focuses on strengthening marine conservation through key initiatives aimed at tackling environmental threats and preserving biodiversity. The MoU was signed by Inspector General Anupam…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark move to reduce road fatalities and enhance public transport infrastructure, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today launched Odisha’s first-ever ‘Zero Accident Day’ campaign at the Lokseva Bhawan Convention Centre. The initiative, developed in collaboration with IIT Madras, aims to instill a culture of road safety and awareness across the state and…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurated the ‘Common Fellowship Portal,’ a pioneering initiative by the Department of Biotechnology, aimed at creating a unified platform for applicants seeking various fellowship schemes. The launch event took place at the National Media Centre in New Delhi, where Dr. Singh highlighted the portal’s significance in aligning with…
