Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, chaired a crucial review meeting of the Energy Department on Wednesday at the Conference Hall in Kharvela Bhavan. The meeting focused on the progress and future plans of Odisha’s power distribution companies, including OPTCL, TPCODL, TPNODL, TPSODL, and TPWODL. In attendance were Principal…
New Delhi: The Department of Fisheries, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying, has announced the notification of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands as a designated Tuna Cluster under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY). This strategic move aims to harness the region’s untapped marine resources, particularly its rich Tuna fisheries, for…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, today chaired a high-level review meeting to discuss the revamping of the Shram Suvidha and Samadhan portals, aimed at improving their efficiency, user-friendliness, and effectiveness for both employers and workers. In his address, Dr. Mandaviya emphasized, “The revamping of…
New Delhi: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions, today launched the Nation-wide Digital Life Certificate (DLC) Campaign 3.0 aimed at empowering pensioners through digital means. This initiative, which aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of “Digital Empowerment of Pensioners,” will enable pensioners from Central and State Governments,…
New Delhi: In a significant achievement, Indian Railways transported 65 lakh passengers on 4,521 special trains between October 1 and November 5, 2024, meeting the heightened travel demand during this year’s Durga Puja, Diwali, and Chhath Puja festivals. These additional services ensured smooth and comfortable travel for millions across the country, demonstrating Indian Railways’ commitment…
New Delhi: In a collaborative effort to enhance experiential learning for students, the National Highways and Infrastructure Development Corporation Ltd. (NHIDCL), under the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways, and the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today. This five-year partnership aims to provide internship opportunities for undergraduate…
New Delhi: Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, Minister of State for Communications and Rural Development, emphasized the transformative impact of satellite communication (Satcom) on India’s digital landscape at the 3rd Indian Space Conclave, held in New Delhi. Speaking on the theme “Advancing Space Communications and Global Partnerships,” Dr. Pemmasani underscored Satcom as a critical force in…
Bhubaneswar: Marking the 150th birth anniversary of tribal icon Birsa Munda, Odisha’s Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Research and Training Institute (SCSTRTI) wrapped up a three-day painting workshop, spotlighting the legacy of Janjatiya Gaurav Divas. Held at the Kalinga Art Gallery in the Odisha State Museum, the workshop brought together 30 artists from across the…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi emphasized the importance of animal husbandry in strengthening farmers’ financial stability, especially for small, medium, and landless farmers. Speaking at the 23rd General Session of the Odisha State Non-Gazetted Veterinary Professionals Association, Majhi remarked that animal husbandry remains one of the most effective ways to increase rural incomes, offering…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has announced that the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) Preliminary Examination 2023 will now be held on December 15, 2024. Originally slated for October 27, the exam was postponed following Cyclonic Storm Dana, which impacted parts of Odisha. In an official notification, the OPSC confirmed the new tentative date,…
