Bhubaneswar: In a significant crackdown on cybercrime, the Cyber Crime Unit of the Crime Investigation Department (CID), Crime Branch, Odisha, has arrested 15 individuals involved in a series of high-profile crypto, stock, and IPO investment frauds. This organized gang of cybercriminals was operating under the guise of investment schemes promising high returns, deceiving many unsuspecting…
New Delhi: The Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) is set to solidify its position as a global leader in marine trade, with landmark achievements and ambitious development plans unveiled under the guidance of Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government. Union Minister for Ports, Shipping, and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal highlighted these advancements during a series of events…
New Delhi: In a collaborative effort between the Centre for Social and Economic Progress (CSEP) and NITI Aayog, a significant Cross Country Dialogue on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) took place on January 30.
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha today hosted the National Conference on Bamboo and Medicinal Plants at the Convention Centre of Lok Seva Bhawan, bringing together senior officials, technical institutions, industry experts, and community organisations to explore new pathways for strengthening livelihoods linked to bamboo and medicinal plant sectors. The conference opened with a welcome address…
New Delhi: Addressing the 7th G-STIC (Global Sustainable Technology and Innovation Community) Conference on “Accelerating Technological Solutions for the SDGs,” Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, underscored India’s evolving journey toward sustainable energy solutions. He emphasized the replicability of these technological advancements across the Global South, while navigating the complexities of energy…
Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable trend, young girls in Odisha are increasingly embracing skill development programs, showcasing a growing determination to achieve independence and career success. The surge in enrollment statistics at the World Skill Center (WSC) highlights a promising shift, as more girls actively participate in skill development initiatives, securing opportunities in both national and…
New Delhi: As part of the ongoing ITU-WTSA 2024, a joint workshop organized by the ITU and WHO focused on the critical public health issue of hearing loss and the dangers of unsafe listening practices. With alarming statistics indicating that over 1 billion young people are at risk of hearing loss, the workshop aimed to…
Itanagar: Kabak Yano (25) from Arunachal Pradesh has become the fifth woman from the state to scale Mt Everest, the world’s highest mountain peak at 8848.86m. Kabak Yano, the first woman from the Nyishi community, scaled the world’s highest mountain peak on Tuesday, Everester Tagit Sorang informed on Wednesday. Yano, who hails from Kamle district,…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting orchestrated a pivotal multi-stakeholder roundtable discussion on “Gender Sensitization – Portrayal of Women in Media.” Held at Hotel Ashok on the morning of March 11, 2024, the event brought together diverse voices from the media industry to delve into the current state of gender portrayal and discuss…
New Delhi: Despite grappling with dynamic geopolitical shifts and volatile crude oil prices, state-owned oil marketing companies (OMCs) have emerged victorious, delivering a stellar financial performance in the fiscal year 2023-24. The OMCs not only ensured the availability of fuel at affordable rates, maintaining one of the lowest fuel price inflations globally in India, but…
