Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reassured the public that no cyclone prediction has been made, urging people not to panic amidst circulating speculations. On Sunday, the IMD emphasized that any forecast regarding a cyclone would only be possible after the formation of a low-pressure area. “Till now no forecast has been made regarding…
Bhubaneswar: Over 4,000 mobile towers to be installed in various places across Odisha. Union Minister of Railways, Communications and Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw informed this on Sunday. In a press briefing, Vaishnaw stated that about 6,000 villages in Odisha are out of mobile connectivity due to lack of mobile towers. In order to…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the latest facility of Cognizant, a global IT services giant, further solidifying Odisha’s position as a leading IT investment destination. Cognizant, a US-based multinational with a market value of $19.4 billion, is renowned as one of the world’s top IT services providers, employing over 350,000 professionals worldwide and listed…
Breda, Netherlands: The Indian Junior Women’s Hockey Team began their Tour of Europe with a commanding 2-0 victory over the Netherlands’ club Bredase Hockey Vereniging Push in Breda. Goals from Hina Bano and Kanika Siwach secured the win for India. The match started with both teams actively seeking opportunities through penalty corners, yet the first…
New Delhi: Renowned theoretical physicist, author, and professor at Columbia University, Prof. Brian Greene, visited the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi today, engaging in stimulating discussions with students and faculty members. IIT Delhi Director, Dr. Rangan Banerjee, along with faculty and students, warmly welcomed Prof. Greene to the campus. During his interaction, Prof. Greene…
Bhubaneswar: The Handloom, Textiles & Handicrafts Department of the Government of Odisha has approved the Annual Calendar for the year, setting the stage for the Special Handloom Expo-2024. Organized by Sambalpuri Bastralaya under the POHI-2023-24 funds, the expo aims to invigorate sales and provide regular employment opportunities to weaver members of PWCS/SHGs. The inauguration of…
Keonjhar: In a spirited celebration of Odisha’s folk legacy, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the Rangabati Festival in Keonjhar district on Monday, underscoring the importance of preserving the state’s cultural roots amidst modern development. Organized by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, the festival took place at Kali Padia, drawing large crowds and…
Goa: Swedish filmmaker Levan Akin’s Crossing has been awarded the prestigious ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Recognizing films that embody the values of peace, non-violence, and human rights, the award celebrates Crossing for its evocative portrayal of love, understanding, and social equality. Instituted by IFFI in collaboration with…
Bhubaneswar: The East Coast Railway Bharat Scouts & Guides is currently hosting a State Level Rovers & Rangers Meet at its headquarters in Bhubaneswar, bringing together enthusiastic volunteers from various divisions across the region. Participants from the Khurda Road, Sambalpur, and Waltair Divisions, along with teams from the Headquarters, Mancheswar Carriage Repair Workshop, and the…
To ensure smooth rail operations, Indian Railways have provisioned 19,742 Fog Pass Devices during the foggy weather.
