Bhubaneswar: The ‘Lakhpati Didi’ initiative, India’s flagship program aimed at economically empowering women, has emerged as a transformative force in Odisha, placing the state second nationally in creating financially independent women entrepreneurs. With over 9.36 lakh women now earning ₹1 lakh or more annually, Odisha stands as a shining example of grassroots economic empowerment under…
Legendary singer Lata Mangeshkar’s health condition deteriorated again on Saturday, doctors put her back on ventilator support. As per the doctors, the 93 year old Lata is again responding to the treatments at the Breach Candy Hospital. She was admitted to the hospital on January 9 after she tested Covid positive and was on…
Bhubaneswar: In a momentous event held at the vibrant Kalinga Stadium during India vs Qatar match of Round 2 in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup Saudi Arabia 2027 joint qualification campaign, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, accompanied by FIFA’s Chief of Global Football Development, Arsene Wenger, inaugurated the AIFF-FIFA Talent Academy. This…
Paris: Odisha-born Javelin thrower Kishore Jena’s Olympic journey faced a setback as he finished ninth in Group A of the men’s javelin throw qualification event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Jena’s best attempt of 80.73m, achieved on his first throw, was insufficient to secure a spot in the final.
New Delhi: India’s ambitious space program is set to scale new heights as the government revealed key updates on the Chandrayaan-4 lunar mission and the country’s first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan. Addressing the Lok Sabha, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh announced that one of the four astronauts currently undergoing rigorous training for Gaganyaan, Group Captain…
New Delhi: In a significant move to enhance the Incident Management System (IMS) on the National Highways and provide immediate assistance to accident victims, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with HLL Lifecare Limited. HLL Lifecare Limited is a Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Health…
New Delhi: The Indian Olympic Association has announced on Monday that boxer Mary Kom and Indian hockey team captain Manpreet Singh will be the flag bearers of Indian contingent during the opening ceremony of Tokyo Olympics on July 23. Whereas wrestler Bajrang Punia will be flag bearer during the closing ceremony of the games on…
New Delhi: With an eye on India’s performance at the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics, Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, urged National Sports Federations (NSFs) to prioritize good governance, transparency, and accountability. Speaking at a roundtable meeting in New Delhi, the Minister emphasized the need for a…
Bhubaneswar: In a move to address the concerns and demands of junior teachers in primary and upper primary schools, the Odisha Government has announced a substantial increase in their monthly remuneration. According to a statement issued by the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), junior teachers who have completed three years in schematic positions will now receive…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Rural Development and Communication, Dr. Chandra Sekhar Pemmasani, inaugurated the Saras Aajeevika Mela 2024 on Monday at the Bharat Mandapam, as part of the 43rd India International Trade Fair (IITF). Showcasing the theme of ‘tradition, art, craft, and culture,’ this year’s mela has brought together over 300 rural…
