Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has reconstituted a task force to oversee the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP-2020) in the state. The School & Mass Education Department issued an official notification on Thursday detailing the new structure of the task force, which will be led by the Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary as its Chairperson….
Bhubaneswar/Keonjhar: Keonjhar, a tribal-majority district known for its rich mineral resources, is now nurturing a new generation of athletes, thanks to the establishment of multipurpose indoor stadiums across its villages and urban local bodies (ULBs). These modern sports facilities are helping local talents hone their skills and aim for success in national and international competitions. With…
Bhubaneswar: The Water Corporation of Odisha (WATCO) has announced a temporary suspension of water supply to several localities in Bhubaneswar and its outskirts. The suspension will begin at 2 pm on October 18 and last until 2 pm on October 19, affecting water availability for 24 hours. According to WATCO, the temporary halt in supply…
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi today emphasized the government’s commitment to preserving and promoting the Pali language and the sacred texts containing the teachings of Buddha. Speaking on the occasion of Abhidhamma Day, he highlighted the historic significance of Pali as the language in which Buddha’s teachings were originally conveyed, and he celebrated its recent…
New Delhi: In a major step towards integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) into India’s defence operations, the Evaluating Trustworthy Artificial Intelligence (ETAI) Framework and Guidelines were officially launched by Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan and Secretary, Department of Defence R&D and DRDO Chairman Dr. Samir V Kamat in New Delhi. The launch marks a…
New Delhi: The National e-Governance Division (NeGD) of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has set up a Digital India Innovation Zone at the ongoing India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. The pavilion offers delegates hands-on experience with India’s cutting-edge Digital Public Infrastructure (DPIs), showcasing innovations in digital governance and technology. Prime Minister Narendra…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Labour & Employment and Youth Affairs & Sports, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya chaired a crucial meeting with representatives from Platform Workers’ Associations in New Delhi today. The meeting also saw the presence of Union Minister of State for Labour & Employment, Sushri Shobha Karandlaje, Secretary of Labour & Employment, and senior officials…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted the development of a cyclonic circulation over the North Andaman Sea and the Bay of Bengal by October 20. This system is expected to intensify into a low-pressure area by October 22, according to Manorama Mohanty, Director of the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar. While the IMD has…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal launched its first-ever coal gallery, an exhibition titled ‘Black Diamond: Unveiling the Depths’, at the National Science Centre in Pragati Maidan, New Delhi today. The event was jointly inaugurated by Union Minister of Culture and Tourism, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Minister of State for Coal and Mines, Satish Chandra…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court has unveiled a new Lady of Justice statue with significant alterations. The statue, installed in the judges’ library at the direction of Chief Justice DY Chandrachud, has open eyes and holds the Constitution in one hand, replacing the traditional sword. This change is seen as a powerful message that the…
