Bhubaneswar: The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) announced free accommodation and transport for para-athletes for the upcoming 20th Para Athletic Championship to be held in Bhubaneswar. This was announced after disability rights activist Jitendra Biswal raised concerns about PCI asking the para-athletes to bear their own expanse of traveling, lodging & boarding. In his social…
Dubai: Half-centuries by captain Harmanpreet Kaur and vice-captain Smriti Mandhana ensured India posted 172/3, the highest total of this Women’s T20 World Cup, against Sri Lanka in a crucial Group A clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Wednesday. After India had a splendid 98-run opening stand, where Smriti made a 38-ball fifty and Shafali Verma…
Bhubaneswar: Showcasing the rich legacy and evolving future of Odia cuisine, the two-day Pakhala Paraba 2026 was inaugurated at Panthanivas on Thursday, bringing together culinary experts, scholars, and cultural enthusiasts under one platform. The inaugural session was addressed by Deepankar Mahapatra, Director of the Department of Tourism, who underlined the importance of positioning traditional food…
Bhubaneswar: Stray dog bites have emerged as a significant concern in Odisha, with over 5 lakh cases reported in the last two years, as revealed by Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister Gokula Nanda Mallik in the Legislative Assembly today. The Minister also informed the House that more than 17 lakh stray dogs are roaming…
New Delhi: In a significant development, Chief Minister of Haryana, Shri Manohar Lal Khattar, visited the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, today, to discuss crucial matters related to the state’s development and governance.
New Delhi: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, addressed the nation during the 15th National Voters’ Day Celebrations in the capital today, emphasizing the significance of inclusive democracy and the role of voters in shaping the country’s future. The President presented the Best Electoral Practices Awards to state and district officials for their outstanding contributions to ensuring…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move aimed at addressing public concerns more efficiently, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced that he will personally listen to public grievances for two hours every day. This initiative will commence today. Chief Minister Majhi will hear people’s problems from 3 pm to 5 pm at the State Guest House…
Bengaluru: India’s first Covid-19 self test kit CoviSelf has been commercially launched by Biotechnology company Mylab Discovery Solutions on Thursday. Designed as a nasal swab test, the kit detects the virus in 15 minutes and costs Rs 250. It will be available in chemist shops across the country in two-three days. It will also be…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, inaugurated the 19th International Conference of Drug Regulatory Authorities (ICDRA), marking the first time the prestigious event is being held in India. Hosted by the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO) in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO), the conference brings together…
Bhubaneswar: As part of the ongoing Nua-O Program and in line with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik’s directives, V. Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, visited Nuapada District to assess the status of various developmental projects and engage with the local community. During his visit, Pandian actively participated in the Nua-O Program, interacting with…
