Bhubaneswar: The World Bank’s Mid-Term Review Mission convened in Bhubaneswar on January 18, to assess the progress of the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP). The session witnessed active participation from key international and national entities, including the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS), Central Water Commission (CWC), World Bank, Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB), and…
New Delhi: Coal and Lignite Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs) operating under the guidance of the Ministry of Coal have not only ramped up their production to meet the nation’s energy demands but have also made substantial strides in environmental conservation through a series of mitigation and sustainable measures. As part of a sustainable greening initiative,…
Dhar, Madhya Pradesh: Union Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Savitri Thakur, inaugurated the Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 in Dhar district on September 1, 2024. The nationwide initiative, aimed at combating malnutrition, will run throughout September. In her address, Thakur emphasized the critical role of the Poshan Abhiyaan, launched in 2018 under the…
The voice which gave solace to every Indian soul for decades was given a tearful farewell today. The legendary singer and Bharat Ratna recipient Lata Mangeshkar was cremated with full state honour at Shivaji Park in Mumbai on Sunday evening. Thousands of mourning fans throunged to the Shivaji Park to pay their last respect to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is leaving no stone unturned in its preparations for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, scheduled to be held at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, from January 8 to 10, 2025. A high-level review meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja at Lok Seva Bhavan last Wednesday assessed the progress across various departments to ensure the…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark decision, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has announced a monthly honorarium of ₹30,000 for all living Padma awardees from Odisha. This move will benefit 55 distinguished recipients, recognizing their contributions to society and honoring their achievements on behalf of the state. The newly introduced honorarium is expected to cost the state…
New Delhi: For the first time in history, three government school bands are set to perform in the Republic Day Parade on January 26, 2025, showcasing their talent and discipline on a national stage. These school teams have earned their spots after excelling in the National School Band Competition 6.0, held on January 24–25 at…
New Delhi: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Friday announced the withdrawal of Rs 2,000 notes from circulation. People can exchange Rs 2,000 notes by September 30. In a notification, RBI asked the 19 regional offices to stop issuing the Rs 2,000 notes immediately. However, they will remain legal tender. The regional banks will…
New Delhi: Zimbabwe Cricket (ZC) and the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) jointly announced on Tuesday the upcoming five-match T20I series between Zimbabwe and India scheduled for July. The series is set to unfold at the Harare Sport Club in Harare, taking place from July 6 to July 14. The confirmation of…
Astana (Kazakhstan): Reigning world champion Nikhat Zareen and compatriot Minakshi clinched gold medals as the Indian contingent concluded their Elorda Cup 2024 campaign with 12 medals here on Saturday. Besides Nikhat and Minakshi’s gold medals, Indian boxers won two silver and eight bronze medals to better their last edition’s record of five medals in this…
