Bhubaneswar: To enhance pilgrimage accessibility, the Odisha government has announced the launch of direct bus services to the revered Char Dham pilgrimage sites. The service, set to begin before the New Year, aims to facilitate religious travel for citizens while offering substantial subsidies on ticket prices for pilgrims and women. Commerce and Transport Minister Bibhuti…
Malkangiri: On his first official visit to Malkangiri since taking office, Odisha’s Director General of Police (DGP) YB Khurania has prioritized the intensification of anti-Maoist operations. Joined by DIG Operations Akhileshwar Singh and DIG (SIW) Kanwar Vishal Singh, DGP Khurania assessed the ongoing efforts to dismantle Maoist influence in the region, reiterating Union Home Minister…
Bhubaneswar: In a strategic review meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja led discussions on effective management and utilization of funds from the State Disaster Risk Management Fund. The meeting highlighted the need for meticulous investment and supervision of the funds allocated to key departments involved in disaster management, aiming to strengthen Odisha’s…
Bhubaneswar: To raise awareness about mental health and break the societal stigma surrounding it, Odisha’s Health and Family Welfare Department screened two National Award-winning films, Kaasav and Nital, at the Krishi Bhawan auditorium. The screenings aimed to encourage empathy and support for those dealing with mental health challenges and to promote greater understanding of related…
New Delhi: Following the celebration of International Prosthetics and Orthotics Day (IPOD) on November 5, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) has launched a series of nationwide awareness programs. These initiatives, hosted by National Institutes and Composite Regional Centers (CRCs) across India, aim to highlight the importance of prosthetic and orthotic devices…
New Delhi: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) convened its 45th Central Advisory Committee (CAC) meeting today, urging States and Union Territories to enhance food safety measures in preparation for the peak tourist season, which runs from November through March. The meeting focused on ensuring heightened safety standards at popular tourist destinations,…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare hosted a regional conference today at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, to conduct a midterm review of agricultural schemes implemented across Northern States. Key officials from Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, as well as the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Delhi, gathered to assess…
Gangtok: The Clinical Research Unit (Homoeopathy), under the Central Council for Research in Homoeopathy (CCRH), organized a groundbreaking Continuing Medical Education (CME) program today in Gangtok. Held at The Fern Denzong Hotel, the event explored the fusion of Sikkim’s traditional herbal wisdom with homoeopathic principles. The CME was attended by esteemed dignitaries, including Sikkim’s Health…
Goa: President Droupadi Murmu attended the ‘Day at Sea’ event aboard INS Vikrant today, November 7, 2024, observing a series of naval operations and exercises conducted by the Indian Navy. During her time on board, the President witnessed the impressive Mig 29K fighter jet take-offs and landings, missile firing drills, and submarine maneuvers, showcasing the…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to boost connectivity and cut travel time across key regions in Odisha, a review meeting chaired by Law, Works, and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan discussed the proposed Berhampur-Jeypore High-Speed Corridor and Green Field Project. Once completed, this ambitious project is expected to reduce travel time between Berhampur and Jeypore from seven…
