Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing the State Government’s commitment to women and child welfare, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Tuesday launched the SUPOSHIT Odisha Mission (SOM) and inaugurated the Panchatatwa Park at the State Institute for Women & Children (SIWC) in Bhubaneswar. The initiatives form a key part of Odisha’s long-term development roadmap under the vision of…
Goa: Three remarkable films from South Korea, Hungary, and Panama enthralled audiences at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) as part of the prestigious Cinema of the World section. Featuring compelling narratives and unique cultural perspectives, the films—Lost Horse by Kyuhwan Jeon, They Call Me Panzer by Rodrigo Quintero Arauz, and Lesson Learned…
New Delhi: India is embarking on a significant initiative aimed at enriching its water resources through basin management. The Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, expressed confidence that India’s relentless efforts in basin management would not only lead to water abundance within the country but would position India as a global guide for…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is moving closer to introducing hydrogen-powered public transport, with the State Government reviewing plans for a pioneering Green Hydrogen Mobility Project that aims to establish a clean-energy ecosystem and reduce carbon emissions from urban transportation. The project was reviewed at a high-level meeting chaired by Additional Chief Secretary of the Housing and Urban…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to bolster the financial security and well-being of its workforce, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the State Bank of India (SBI). This partnership brings a host of exclusive financial benefits and services tailored specifically to the needs of ECoR’s 59,762 employees, spread…
New Delhi: The 2nd International Buddhist Media Conclave, themed “Mindful Communication for Conflict Avoidance and Sustainable Development,” was inaugurated today by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) and the Vivekananda International Foundation (VIF). The event, held in New Delhi, featured a distinguished lineup of speakers and guests, including Baichung Bhutia, former captain of the Indian Football…
Imphal: In a resolute effort to strengthen ties with the Ex-Servicemen (ESM) community during testing times in Manipur, the Indian Army orchestrated a series of ESM Rallies across diverse districts. The rallies, held in Bishnupur, Senapati, and Churachandpur districts on February 26, February 28, and March 4, respectively, marked a significant outreach to the ESM fraternity in the state.
Bhubaneswar: In a major development in one of Odisha’s most chilling criminal cases, the Additional District Judge Court in Patnagarh has sentenced Punjilal Meher to life imprisonment for orchestrating the deadly 2018 parcel bomb blast that killed two people and left a young bride gravely injured. The court has also imposed a fine of ₹50,000…
Bhubaneswar: The State Election Commission (SEC) announced the schedule for the Panchayat Polls in Odisha on Tuesday. Speaking about the schedule, State Election Commissioner Aditya Prasad Padhi informed that the three-tier elections will be held in five phases on February 16, 18, 20, 22 and 24. Counting will take place at Block, Sadar level on…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian National Trust for Art and Cultural Heritage (INTACH) has appointed renowned environmentalist and wildlife activist Dr. Biswajit Mohanty as the State Convener of its Odisha Chapter. Acclaimed writer and historian Anil Dhir has been named the Co-convener. Founded in 1984 in New Delhi, INTACH is one of India’s premier organizations dedicated to…
