New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday released the central contracts list for the 2025 season, retaining the familiar four-tier format and introducing notable changes across categories. A total of 34 players have been awarded contracts, with major shuffles seen particularly in Grade C. Pant Rises, Ashwin Exits One…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to enhance passenger safety and curb reckless driving, Odisha’s Urban Development Minister, Krushna Chandra Mohapatra, announced new speed and safety measures for “Mo Bus” vehicles. The city buses will now be limited to a maximum speed of 40 km per hour within city limits, with speed governors installed in each vehicle…
Gandhinagar: In a triumphant moment for Indian cinema, Devashish Makhija’s directorial masterpiece, Joram, has been honoured with the prestigious Filmfare Award for Best Film (Critics’) at the 69th Hyundai Filmfare Awards. The awards ceremony, held at Gandhinagar Gujarat, witnessed a celebration of exceptional storytelling and cinematic brilliance. “Joram” which stars Manoj Bajpayee in the lead…
Bhubaneswar: A mobile application of the Odisha Tennis Academy was launched at Kalinga Stadium on Wednesday. Launching the application Sports minister Tusharkanti Behera said, “The application will facilitate online registration of players for coaching, assignment of coaches, booking of the courts, issue of identity card etc. to the players.” Currently, five coaches are engaged in Kalinga…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired the 237th meeting of the Central Board of Trustees (CBT), Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), in New Delhi today. The meeting witnessed several significant decisions aimed at enhancing benefits for EPF members and ensuring greater financial security for workers….
Bhubaneswar: The 290th Board of Directors Meeting of Odisha Construction Corporation Limited (OCCL) was held today at the corporation’s Conference Hall in Unit-8, Bhubaneswar. The meeting was chaired by Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to the Government and Chairman of OCCL. During the meeting, the board approved the budget for the financial year…
Mysuru: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for a transformative set of 22 National Highway Projects in Mysuru, Karnataka, totaling 268 km and valued at over ₹4,000 Crore. Among the key projects is the Huliyar-KB cross-Chunchanahalli-Nelligere road, strategically designed to enhance connectivity between Mysuru and North…
Bhubaneswar: The Climate Resilience Cell (CRC) was officially inaugurated today at Krushi Bhavan by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. This marks a significant advancement in Odisha’s commitment to enhancing climate resilience within its agricultural sector. The CRC, established under the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment (DAFE), is tasked with the implementation and…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Education Dharmendra Pradhan today inaugurated PMeVIDYA DTH Channel No. 31, a dedicated 24×7 platform for Indian Sign Language (ISL), at an event in New Delhi. The initiative is part of the government’s ongoing efforts to make education more inclusive and accessible. Minister of State for Skill Development and Education Jayant…
Bhubaneswar: In a pivotal move, the Odisha Cabinet, under the leadership of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, granted approval on Monday for Rs.656.73 crore to be allocated to the Ekamra Kshetra Amenities and Monument Revival Action (EKAMRA) Scheme. Launched with the primary objective of reviving and preserving the heritage significance and splendor of the Lord Lingaraj…
