New Delhi: The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has taken a significant step to safeguard consumer interests by issuing the “Guidelines for Prevention of Misleading Advertisement in Coaching Sector, 2024.” This initiative aims to prevent coaching centers from making false or misleading claims in their advertisements, which often promote deceptive practices and unfair trade. Under…
Indian junior wrestler Priya Malik won a gold medal in the 73kg category at the Cadet World Championship in Budapest, Hungary, on Sunday. The Cadet World Championship is a tournament where the best Greco-Roman, freestyle and women wrestlers below the age of 17 compete from across the world. Priya won by defeating Bulgarian wrestler Kseniya…
Bhubaneswar: To redefine urban mobility in the state, the Housing & Urban Development Department of Odisha held a high-level meeting to review the progress of Odisha Yatri, the state’s indigenous ride-booking platform. Chaired by Principal Secretary Usha Padhee, the meeting focused on enhancing accessibility, affordability, and inclusivity through this ambitious public mobility initiative. Developed with…
Bhubaneswar: With the state preparing for the Kharif cropping season, the Odisha government reviewed the implementation of the AgriStack initiative, laying emphasis on accelerating farmer registration and ensuring the timely rollout of the Digital Crop Survey to build a robust digital database for agriculture and improve delivery of farmer-centric services. The review was conducted at…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given the green light for the further modification of the National Livestock Mission (NLM). The additional activities included in the modified mission aim to enhance entrepreneurship opportunities and promote sustainable livestock practices across the country. The key modifications to the National…
Manhattan: In a landmark verdict that reverberated through the financial world, former billionaire and cryptocurrency trailblazer Sam Bankman-Fried was sentenced to 25 years in prison by US District Judge Lewis Kaplan on Thursday. The sentencing marked the culmination of a sensational downfall for the erstwhile wunderkind, who faced charges of orchestrating a staggering $8 billion…
Mumbai: The Climate Conference 2024, centered around the theme “Decoding the Green Transition for India,” unfolded in Mumbai, Maharashtra, showcasing a united effort towards addressing climate change challenges.
Kendrapada: A Plus III final-year student tragically lost her life in a suspicious fire incident at her residence in Kathiapada village under Pattamundai block of Kendrapada district on Wednesday. The circumstances surrounding her death have raised serious concerns, with her family alleging blackmail and police apathy. According to initial reports, the young woman was alone…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated Anandabana, a sprawling green heaven, to the citizens of Bhubaneswar. The inauguration ceremony witnessed the Chief Minister immersing himself in the rejuvenating aura of Anandabana, appreciating the essence of its beauty amidst lush greenery and the soothing melodies of nature. Anandabana, spanning over 89.05 acres, is a testament to…
Dehradun: President of India Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the newly developed Rashtrapati Tapovan and Rashtrapati Niketan in Dehradun today, marking a significant milestone in the country’s commitment to environmental stewardship, inclusive development, and civic engagement. As part of her two-day visit to Uttarakhand, the President also laid the foundation stone for Rashtrapati Udyan at Rashtrapati Niketan…
