Bhubaneswar: A stone idol of Devi Durga (Mahisasuramardini) with intricate carving has been found by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) while clearing the sanctum sanctorum of the recently discovered temple in the premises of Suka Sari temple complex behind the Bhabani Shankar temple. The idol of the Mahisasuramardini is the central deity of the…
Kolkata: In a significant move to strengthen India’s technology ecosystem, the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) has inaugurated a state-of-the-art incubation facility in Salt Lake, Kolkata. The facility was inaugurated by Jitin Prasada, Union Minister of State for Commerce & Industry and Electronics & IT,…
New Delhi: In a grand ceremony held at Pusa, New Delhi, Secretary of the Ministry of Ayush, Vaidya Rajesh Kotecha, emphasized India’s global leadership in Traditional Medicine during the inauguration of Unani Day 2024 and the National Conference on Unani Medicine for One Earth, One Health.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing agricultural practices and promoting global learning, a 28-member delegation from Odisha—comprising 14 farmers and 14 officials—has embarked on a week-long exposure visit to Malaysia. The visit, organized under the Odisha Integrated Irrigation Project for Climate Resilient Agriculture (OIIPCRA), was officially flagged off by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan…
Bhubaneswar: In a progressive move aimed at supporting working mothers, the Odisha government has approved the establishment of breastfeeding rooms in all government and private offices across the state. The decision, endorsed by the BJP-led government, extends beyond offices, mandating breastfeeding rooms in public spaces as well. In a letter addressed to all District Collectors, Rina…
New Delhi: In a significant move to position India as a global leader in Technical Textiles, the National Technical Textiles Mission (NTTM) has received approval with a substantial outlay of Rs. 1,480 crore, effective from the Financial Year 2020-21 and valid up to 31.03.2026. The mission comprises four key components, each contributing to the overarching…
New Delhi: In a swift and determined response, the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, has taken comprehensive action to prevent the proposed auction of the sacred Piprahwa Relics by Sotheby’s Hong Kong, reaffirming India’s unwavering commitment to safeguarding its cultural and religious heritage. The relics, which were excavated from the Piprahwa Stupa—widely believed to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan today conducted a review of the ongoing construction of the new building for SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. The minister sought updates on the progress of this significant healthcare project from departmental officers, the Odisha Bridge & Construction Corporation (OBCC), and the construction company responsible for the…
Varanasi: The Inter-college competition Round 3 Grand Finale of the Dark Patterns Buster Hackathon (DPBH-2023) unfolded at the esteemed Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) BHU, organized by the Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India. Rohit Kumar Singh, Secretary DoCA, graced the event as the chief guest in collaboration with the institute. DPBH-2023, an unprecedented initiative,…
Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking move towards enhancing the quality of urban living, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the ‘AMA BHOOMI’ initiative (Assuring Mass Access through Bhubaneswar Open Space Ownership and Management) today. This initiative, a product of the 5T vision, is spearheaded by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) to create and maintain open spaces that…
