Bhubaneswar: With Cyclone ‘Dana’ set to hit the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, the Ministry of Railways has ramped up preparedness, holding a high-level meeting to assess and coordinate measures with the East Coast Railway and South Eastern Railway. Chaired by Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw, the meeting focused on ensuring that disruptions are…
Bhubaneswar: In the wake of impending Cyclone Dana, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reviewed the state’s preparedness today at the Special Relief Commissioner’s (SRC) office, reassuring citizens that all necessary precautions are being taken. Addressing the media after the review meeting, Majhi urged the public to remain calm and vigilant, emphasizing that the government is…
Bhubaneswar: In response to rising concerns about price hikes on essential commodities in light of the impending Cyclone Dana, the Odisha state government has announced a dedicated toll-free telephone number for citizens to report unscrupulous traders. The Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare (FS&CW) Department is encouraging people to lodge complaints by calling 0674-2396227. The FS&CW Department…
Bhubaneswar: Authorities at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA) have announced a temporary suspension of flight operations due to the impending threat of Cyclone Dana. The suspension will take place from 5 PM on October 24 until 9 AM on October 25, affecting approximately 40 flights during this period. Prasanna Pradhan, the Director of BPIA, confirmed…
Kazan (Russia): Russian President Vladimir Putin on Wednesday said that more than 30 countries have expressed a desire to join the BRICS alliance, an intergovernmental organisation comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa which had added four new members – Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran and the United Arab Emirates – in January, this year. “It would…
New Delhi: Addressing the ENRich 2024, KPMG’s Annual Innovation and Energy Conclave, Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, emphasized the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming the energy sector. With the theme “AI for Energy,” the Minister described the convergence of AI and energy as a timely and transformative initiative, marking…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Ayush is set to celebrate the 9th Ayurveda Day on October 29, 2024, with a grand event at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in New Delhi. This year’s celebration is particularly noteworthy as it witnesses participation from over 150 countries worldwide, centered around the theme “Ayurveda Innovations for…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Mines, in collaboration with the Federation of Indian Mineral Industries (FIMI), successfully conducted a one-day workshop focused on the “Study on State Best Practices in Mining” in Delhi. The event drew participation from representatives of 20 states and members of the mining industry, aiming to foster knowledge sharing and collaboration in…
New Delhi: In anticipation of Cyclone ‘Dana,’ set to strike the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal, the Ministry of Railways has ramped up preparedness measures to ensure the safety of passengers and minimize disruptions to railway services. A high-level meeting was conducted, chaired by Union Minister for Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw, to review the readiness…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State for Science and Technology, Earth Sciences, and other key departments, emphasized the critical role of collaboration between the public and private sectors in driving India’s future growth. Speaking during the National Learning Week, organized for employees across all Science Ministries and Departments, Dr. Singh highlighted…
