India Establishes Three AI Centres of Excellence Focused on Healthcare, Agriculture, and Sustainable Cities

New Delhi: In a significant move aimed at bolstering India’s role in the global AI landscape, Union Minister for Education, Dharmendra Pradhan, announced the establishment of three AI Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in the fields of Healthcare, Agriculture, and Sustainable Cities. These centres, unveiled in New Delhi today, will be led by premier institutions including…

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ISRO Chairman Dr. S Somanath Receives Prestigious IAF World Space Award for Chandrayaan-3 Success

New Delhi: In a proud moment for India’s space program, Dr. S Somanath, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), was awarded the prestigious World Space Award by the International Astronautical Federation (IAF) in Milan on Monday. This recognition comes in celebration of the remarkable success of Chandrayaan-3, ISRO’s historic mission that achieved a…

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Odisha Emerges as Top Winner in 5th National Water Awards 2023

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has secured the top position in the prestigious 5th National Water Awards 2023, announced by the Ministry of Jal Shakti. Uttar Pradesh claimed second place, while Gujarat and Puducherry jointly took the third spot. The awards recognize outstanding contributions to water conservation and management across India in nine categories. The award ceremony, scheduled for…

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NPPA Approves 50% Price Hike for Essential Drugs to Ensure Continued Availability

New Delhi: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has approved a 50% increase in the ceiling prices of 11 scheduled formulations covering eight essential drugs. This decision, taken during a full Authority meeting on October 8, 2024, aims to maintain the availability of critical medications in light of rising production costs. The NPPA’s mandate focuses…

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Odisha Govt Collaborates with Google India to Enhance Odia Language Accessibility on Digital Platforms

Bhubaneswar: To improve the representation and accessibility of the Odia language on digital platforms, the Odisha government’s Odia Language, Literature, and Culture Department held a virtual meeting with Google India. The discussion focused on promoting accurate and error-free use of the Odia language across search engines and social media, making it easier for Odia speakers…

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Odisha Govt Forms High-Level Task Force to Address Distress Migration

Bhubaneswar: To tackle the growing issue of distress migration, the Odisha state government has formed a high-level task force to devise and recommend comprehensive solutions. The task force, which will be chaired by the Deputy Chief Minister of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy, aims to address the root causes of migration and alleviate the…

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