New Delhi: Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated the Ministry of Mines Pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 in New Delhi today. The Pavilion, themed “Minerals to Milestones,” highlights the vital role of minerals in building a self-reliant India and achieving national milestones through sustainable and innovative mining practices….
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, inaugurated the “Chintan Shivir” in Bhubaneswar today, a two-day event organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) to chart a course toward achieving India’s ambitious goal of 500 GW renewable energy capacity by 2030. Bringing together government leaders, industry experts, and stakeholders, the…
Puri: Union Minister of New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, inaugurated a fleet of 10 battery-operated vehicles at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri today, marking a significant step towards promoting eco-friendly mobility at one of India’s most cherished heritage sites. This initiative, supported by the Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) as part…
New Delhi: In a move to revolutionize India’s use of geospatial technology, Professor Abhay Karandikar, Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), launched Operation Dronagiri at the Foundation for Innovation and Technology Transfer (FITT) at IIT Delhi. This pilot project, under the National Geospatial Policy 2022, is designed to demonstrate how geospatial technologies…
New Delhi: In a nationwide call to fortify the fight against doping in sports, Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, launched an appeal for athletes, coaches, and the entire sporting community to actively use the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) India’s newly introduced ‘Know Your Medicine (KYM)’ app. This innovative tool aims to…
Bhubaneswar: To boost fisheries sector, the Odisha Cabinet on Wednesday approved the State Sector umbrella scheme, Mukhyamantri Maschyajibi Kalyan Yojana (MMKY). Set to be implemented from the financial year 2024-25 through 2028-29, the scheme will cover all sectors of fisheries, with a total budget allocation of nearly ₹2,239 crore. The MMKY scheme includes 17 sub-schemes…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Cabinet today approved the New State Sector Scheme, “Goal for Management and Treatment of Animals” (GOMATA), under the Animal Resources Development (ARD) sector. This scheme, set to run from 2024-25 to 2026-27, has a total budget allocation of ₹342.66 crore and aims to enhance veterinary services across the state. GOMATA will provide…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held a virtual meeting with District Collectors from Lok Seva Bhavan to review the preparations for the upcoming paddy procurement season, which is set to begin on November 20. Emphasizing a smooth and efficient process, the Chief Minister confirmed that all arrangements are in place to ensure fair and…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has decided to establish an Inter-Ministerial Committee to address ongoing disputes with neighboring states. This decision was made at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhavan, where officials discussed long-standing inter-state conflicts over resources and boundaries. The primary focus of the meeting was on…
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is set to captivate audiences from November 20 to November 28 with a diverse selection of global cinema. This year, 15 films will compete for the prestigious Golden Peacock Award, including 12 international titles and three Indian entries, each chosen for its distinct narrative, cultural depth, and…
