Odisha Eyes Greener Roads: Plastic Waste to Pave the Way for Sustainable Infrastructure

Bhubaneswar: For sustainable urban development, the Housing & Urban Development Department of Odisha is exploring the use of plastic waste in road construction to curb pollution and promote eco-friendly practices. A high-level meeting chaired by Principal Secretary Usha Padhee was held today in Bhubaneswar to chart the way forward. Addressing officials and stakeholders, Padhee underlined…

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Deputy CM Parvati Parida Acknowledges Media’s Role in Expanding Subhadra Yojana Reach

Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Parvati Parida today announced that the Subhadra Yojana would be further enriched with skill training initiatives to empower women beneficiaries across Odisha. Speaking at a high-profile media interaction in Bhubaneswar, she acknowledged the pivotal role played by journalists in disseminating accurate information and creating widespread awareness about the scheme. Addressing over…

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President Droupadi Murmu to Undertake Historic State Visit to Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste

President Droupadi Murmu to Undertake Historic State Visit to Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste

New Delhi:  The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, is set to embark on a significant State Visit to Fiji, New Zealand, and Timor-Leste from August 5 to 10, 2024. This visit, at the invitation of the respective heads of state, marks a pivotal moment in India’s diplomatic relations with these nations and underscores India’s commitment to strengthening ties in the Asia-Pacific region.

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NHRC Hosts Open House Discussion on Protecting Rights of Children of Sex Workers and Marginalized Communities

New Delhi: The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, concluded an Open House Discussion aimed at improving the human rights situation for the children of sex workers and marginalized communities. The hybrid event, held at the NHRC premises, brought together a diverse group of stakeholders, including policymakers, educators, NGOs, and civil society members, to address…

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Odisha Outlines Ambitious Energy Transition Plan at Power Minister’s Conference in New Delhi

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, presented the state’s forward-looking energy transition strategy at the Power Minister’s Conference at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi. Accompanied by the Principal Secretary of Energy, Singh Deo emphasized Odisha’s leadership in power sector reforms and its commitment to a sustainable, low-carbon energy future aligned…

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Donald Trump Returns to White House in Sweeping Electoral Victory as 47th U.S. President

Washington: In a landmark political moment, Republican candidate Donald Trump secured a sweeping victory in the U.S. presidential election, reclaiming his place in the White House as the 47th President of the United States. Trump, now one of the few U.S. presidents to serve non-consecutive terms, addressed his supporters in an impassioned speech, calling his…

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