Bhubaneswar: As India witnesses a fresh uptick in COVID-19 infections, Odisha has recorded 38 positive cases from 755 samples tested, health authorities confirmed on Friday. While nine patients have already recovered, the remaining individuals are currently under home isolation and are reported to be in stable condition. The state government has stepped up its response…
New Delhi/Bhubaneswar: Six-time Member of Parliament from Cuttack, Bhartruhari Mahtab, former Berhampur MP and actor Sidhant Mohapatra, along with acclaimed Santali writer Damayanti Beshra, joined the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the party’s headquarters in Delhi on Thursday. The induction ceremony was attended by BJP national general secretary Vinod Tawde, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, national…
Bhubaneswar: A delegation from the Election Commission of India (ECI), led by Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) Rajiv Kumar, arrived in the capital city today for a comprehensive three-day visit to Odisha in preparation for the upcoming simultaneous Lok Sabha and Assembly polls in the state. The ECI team, comprising Election Commissioner Arun Goel, Senior Deputy…
New Delhi: Pralhad Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, and New and Renewable Energy, inaugurated the 64th Council Meeting of the International Sugar Organization (ISO) at Bharat Mandapam today. The meeting, set to conclude on 27th June 2024, has brought together experts from over 30 countries to discuss future possibilities, challenges,…
Gujarat: PFC Infra Finance IFSC Limited (PIFIL), a wholly owned subsidiary of Power Finance Corporation Limited (PFC), has received approval from the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) to commence business as a Finance Company in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT City, Gujarat. This makes PIFIL the first finance company in the…
Bhubaneswar: In a move aimed at bolstering healthcare services at the grassroots level, the Odisha Cabinet on Thursday approved the proposal for further amendment of the Odisha Multipurpose Health Worker (Male) Service (Method of Recruitment and Conditions of Service) Rules, 2019. The restructuring is aligned with the Indian Public Health Standard (IPHS), 2022 norms, considering…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Parvati Parida inaugurated two luxury 40-seater cruise boats, Lake Queen and Diamond Princess, on Saturday under the ‘Coastal Circuit Barkul Vikas of Swadesh Darshan Yojana.’ The newly launched cruise boats have been outfitted with modern amenities, including air-conditioned cabins and onboard food services, offering tourists a luxurious and comfortable experience. In…
New Delhi: The Union Health Minister, Jagat Prakash Nadda, chaired a comprehensive training and awareness program for 1,000 street food vendors, organized by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) at Vigyan Bhawan today. Joining him was Anupriya Patel, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare. Highlighting the cultural and economic…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting and Parliamentary Affairs, Dr. L. Murugan, inaugurated a half-day symposium on ‘Emerging Trends and Technologies in the Broadcasting Sector,’ organized by the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) on the sidelines of the India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. The event highlighted the rapid technological advancements…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the e-audio guided tour at Kalabhoomi Museum. A part of the Odisha Crafts Museum, this e-audio tour is available in three languages – Odia, Hindi, and English. The audio guide serves as a personal companion, leading guests through captivating narratives and providing insights into the displayed artefacts. This immersive…
