Noida: T Union Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, visited the Noida Head Office of the Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI) today. During his visit, Sonowal was briefed on the status of the 111 National Waterways and the emerging role of inland waterways as a sustainable transportation mode complementing roadways and railways….
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has engaged more than 1.18 lakh undergraduate students in internships and community service programmes during the 2025–26 academic session as part of the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and University Grants Commission (UGC) guidelines. The initiative, undertaken by the state’s Higher Education Department, aims to provide students with practical exposure…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to bolster the state’s agricultural infrastructure and reduce post-harvest losses, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment convened a key discussion with members of the Odisha Cold Storage Association and aspiring cold storage entrepreneurs. The meeting, chaired by Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, Principal Secretary of the department, was held at the…
New Delhi: The Smart Cities Mission, a pioneering initiative in India’s urban development landscape since its launch in June 2015, has been extended to facilitate the completion of its transformative projects aimed at enhancing urban living across the country. The mission, known for its innovative approach including city competitions, stakeholder-driven project selections, and deployment of cutting-edge…
New Delhi: Lieutenant General Simon Stuart, Chief of the Australian Army, arrived in New Delhi on Monday for a four-day official visit to India, aimed at deepening bilateral defence cooperation and enhancing strategic engagement between the two nations. His visit, from 11 to 14 August 2025, underscores the growing defence partnership and shared commitment towards…
Bhubaneswar: In a strategic move to enhance Odisha’s renewable energy landscape, Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture, Farmers’ Empowerment, and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, convened a key meeting with senior officials from the Energy Department on Friday. The session focused on advancing renewable energy solutions and developing the necessary infrastructure to support the…
Bhubaneswar: In a society where the final rites of the departed are sometimes neglected, a group of extraordinary women has emerged, determined to provide solace and dignity to the unclaimed bodies. Led by Madhusmita, these courageous individuals have embarked on a mission to cremate the forgotten dead with utmost respect and compassion. Inspired by her…
Bhubaneswar: Over the past few years, sea erosion and high tides surge due to storms on the coasts of Odisha have increased making the life of people residing in the coastal regions tough and challenging. The recent Cyclone Yaas has seriously affected coastal lands as huge tidal waves entered inland, causing flooding in villages and…
Bhubaneswar: Six students from India have been selected to attend NASA’s space & rocket center in Huntsville, Alabama, where they will showcase a rover vehicle that they have designed for the global competition. The team includes three from Odisha and two from Vijayawada and one from Mumbai. Basudeba Bhoi, Akankshya Dash, Om Padhi, Siddhanth Ghosh,…
New Delhi: In a dramatic turn of events, Union Minister Pashupati Kumar Paras has tendered his resignation, accepted by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu upon the advice of the Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The resignation, effective immediately, comes under clause (2) of Article 75 of the Constitution.
