Chief Secy PK Jena Holds 6th State Broadband Committee Meeting

Bhubaneswar: The 6th State Broadband Committee Meeting for Odisha was convened today under the leadership of Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena at Lok Seva Bhawan. The meeting focused on discussing the Annual Implementation Plan submitted by the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, under the National Broadband Mission. The session saw the participation of key…

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Odisha Elephant Census Reveals Stable Population with Positive Trends

Bhubaneswar: The latest Odisha Elephant Census has revealed the presence of 2,098 elephants across 38 Forest Divisions in the state, marking an increase of 122 elephants since the last census in 2017. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Susant Nanda shared these findings on Wednesday, noting a nearly stable population with a male-to-female ratio of…

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Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches ‘Common Fellowship Portal’ to Streamline Research Applications

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…

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Odisha Chief Minister Presents 153 Awards for Healthcare Excellence

Bhubaneswar: In a significant recognition of excellence in healthcare services, Chief Minister  Naveen Patnaik presented the “Chief Minister’s Awards for Excellence in Healthcare Services” today, honouring individuals and institutions for their outstanding contributions. The ceremony, held at the state convention centre in Lok Seva Bhawan, saw the presentation of 153 awards across six categories in…

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PM Modi Unveils Commemorative Postage Stamp Honoring Bhagwan Birsa Munda on Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas

Jamui, Bihar: In a grand ceremony held in Jamui, Bihar, the Hon’ble Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled a commemorative postage stamp to mark the 150th birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, the legendary tribal leader and freedom fighter. The event, organized to coincide with Janjatiya Gaurav Diwas, saw the participation of Bihar Chief Minister Nitish…

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Odisha Manaska Circle Explores Identity Crisis Amid Dying Cultural Practices

Odisha Manaska Circle Explores Identity Crisis Amid Dying Cultural Practices

Bhubaneswar: The second circle of Odisha Manaska convened in Palaspalli, Bhubaneswar, to reflect on a thought-provoking question: “Do dying practices contribute to an identity crisis or redefine our identities?” Attended by individuals from various backgrounds, the discussion focused on how the erosion of traditional practices affects cultural identity and self-perception.

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