Odisha IPS Officer Anupama James Appointed SP at National Investigation Agency

Bhubaneswar: Odisha cadre IPS officer Anupama James has been appointed as the Superintendent of Police (SP) at the National Investigation Agency (NIA) on central deputation. The 2013-batch officer, currently serving as the SP in the Odisha Vigilance Department, will now take on a crucial role at the national level. A notification issued by the Odisha…

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Bhubaneswar Metro Project: First Phase to be Completed by Dec 2027, Says MP Aparajita Sarangi

Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar Member of Parliament (MP) Aparajita Sarangi today provided an update on the much-anticipated Bhubaneswar Metro project following a review meeting. She confirmed that the first phase of the project is set to be completed by December 2027, with metro trains covering a distance of 26 kilometers. The first phase of the Bhubaneswar Metro…

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India and Italy Strengthen Maritime Ties: Union Minister Sonowal Meets Italian Minister Urso in Mumbai

Mumbai: In a significant step toward enhancing maritime collaboration, Union Minister for Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal met Italian Minister of Enterprises Adolfo Urso today at Mumbai Port. The meeting, held on the sidelines of the Italian Navy School Ship Amerigo Vespucci docking at Indira Docks, underscored the growing partnership between India and Italy….

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Odisha’s Innovative ‘Bridge-cum-Bandhara’ Projects Propel Rural Development

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has embraced a transformative developmental approach under the mantra ‘Bikashita Odisha for Bikashita Bharat’, focusing on rural progress as a cornerstone for state and national advancement. Central to this vision is the innovative ‘Bridge-cum-Bandhara’ initiative by the Rural Development Department, which strengthens rural connectivity, conserves water, and boosts the rural economy….

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Hatadihi and Khariar Blocks Transform Lives with Mega Pipe Water Supply Projects in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Odisha is making remarkable strides in ensuring universal access to safe drinking water, with transformative initiatives reshaping lives in Hatadihi block of Keonjhar district and Khariar block of Nuapada district. Mega Pipe Water Supply (PWS) projects in these regions are bringing clean, treated water directly to households, fostering empowerment, health, and development. In Hatadihi…

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Ministry of Defence Signs ₹1207.5 Crore Contract for INS Vikramaditya Refit with Cochin Shipyard

New Delhi: The Ministry of Defence today signed a contract with Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) for the Short Refit and Dry Docking (SRDD) of INS Vikramaditya, India’s premier aircraft carrier. The project, valued at ₹1207.5 crore, marks a significant step in enhancing the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy. INS Vikramaditya, commissioned into the Indian…

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239 Trainees Graduate in Grand Passing Out Parade at Indian Naval Academy

Ezhimala: The Indian Naval Academy (INA) in Ezhimala witnessed a momentous Passing Out Parade (POP) on Saturday, as 239 trainees marked the successful completion of their rigorous ab-initio training. The graduates included Midshipmen of the 107th Indian Naval Academy Course, cadets from the 38th and 39th Naval Orientation Courses (Extended), the 39th Naval Orientation Course…

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