Ministry of Environment Hosts ‘Ideas4LiFE’ Event at IIT Bombay to Promote Eco-Friendly Solutions

Mumbai: The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, in collaboration with the Government of Maharashtra, organized the ‘Ideas4LiFE – Lifestyle for Environment’ event at IIT Bombay today, aiming to inspire innovative environmental solutions. The event brought together students, faculty, and researchers from across India to brainstorm ideas promoting sustainable living. Union Minister for Environment…

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SJVN Conferred Navratna Status, Marks Historic Milestone in 36-Year Journey

New Delhi: SJVN, a key player in India’s power sector, has been awarded the prestigious Navratna status by the Department of Public Enterprises, Government of India. This recognition marks a major milestone in the company’s 36-year journey, making it the 25th Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) to achieve Navratna status. SJVN Chairman & Managing Director,…

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India Unveils Groundbreaking Bioeconomy Policy: A Milestone Towards Viksit Bharat @2047

New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh, formally launched the new Bioeconomy policy at L Media Centre today, hailing it as a transformative step for India’s future industrial landscape. The newly approved BioE3 policy, backed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the Union Cabinet, aims to position India as…

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7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah Launched in Gujarat with Focus on Nutrition and Well-being

Gandhinagar: The 7th Rashtriya Poshan Maah was officially launched today at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, marking a significant step towards promoting nutrition and well-being across India. The event was attended by Union Minister for Women and Child Development Annpurna Devi, Chief Minister of Gujarat Bhupendrabhai Patel, and Gujarat’s Minister of Women and Child Development…

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Odisha to Establish 25 New Excise Stations to Strengthen Enforcement Efforts

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Excise Department has announced plans to set up 25 new excise stations across the state to enhance enforcement activities and address issues related to illicit alcohol and smuggling. In a directive issued to all Excise Superintendents, the Excise Commissioner revealed that the new stations will be strategically located to improve oversight and…

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Odisha Hosts State Consultation Workshop on Services Ecosystem Development for Tier 2 and 3 Cities

Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha convened a State Consultation Workshop on ‘Creating Enabling Ecosystem for Services in Tier 2 and 3 Cities’ in Bhubaneswar today. The workshop brought together key officials and stakeholders to discuss strategies for fostering service-led growth in smaller cities. The event featured prominent participants including Manoj Ahuja, Chief Secretary of Odisha;…

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Union Minister Proposes Renaming Ravenshaw University

Bhubaneswar: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has stirred controversy with his proposal to rename Ravenshaw University, one of Odisha’s most esteemed educational institutions. The suggestion has sparked a robust debate among students, alumni, and the wider public. Speaking at a recent event, Pradhan argued for the university’s name to be changed to honor local heroes and…

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Odisha CM Lays Foundation for ₹1,151 Crore Development Projects Across 30 Districts

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi laid the foundation stone and inaugurated 481 development projects worth ₹1,151 crore across Odisha’s 30 districts during the State-level Local Self-Government Day ceremony at Lok Seva Bhavan. In his address, the Chief Minister emphasized the role of self-governance in ensuring the delivery of basic services to citizens. He called…

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BMC Issues Bird Flu Alert, Urges Caution Among Vendors and Residents

Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has sounded an alert following the detection of bird flu in nearby regions. The civic body has advised chicken vendors to temporarily halt the procurement of poultry from affected areas and urged residents to remain cautious. In its advisory, the BMC called for increased vigilance, requesting citizens to report…

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U’khand: Chopper Airlifted By M-17 Helicopter Crashes In Rudraprayag, Video Emerges

New Delhi: A chopper, being transported to the Gauchar airstrip by an Indian Air Force MI-17 helicopter for repairs, crashed in Uttarakhand’s Rudraprayag on Saturday morning. The chopper, operated by Crystal Aviation Company, had previously made an emergency landing near the Kedarnath helipad on May 24, 2024, due to a technical fault. The MI-17 had lifted…

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