Surat: Prime Minister Narendra Modi virtually addressed the launch of the ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative in Surat, Gujarat, a major campaign aimed at enhancing water sustainability across the state. Under this initiative, approximately 24,800 rainwater harvesting structures are being constructed to improve rainwater collection and ensure long-term water conservation. In his address, PM Modi…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Dr. Jitendra Singh expressed confidence today that women-led startups will play a pivotal role in placing India on the global innovation map in the coming years. His remarks came during the virtual inauguration of eight new NIDHI Inclusive Technology Business Incubators (i-TBIs) across India, alongside the launch…
Bangkok: In a bid to boost inbound tourism and strengthen its global presence, the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, participated in the prestigious PATA Travel Mart 2024, held in Bangkok from August 27 to 29. The “Incredible India” Pavilion was inaugurated by Nagesh Singh, Ambassador of India to Thailand, alongside officials from the Ministry…
New Delhi: In anticipation of Major Dhyan Chand’s birth anniversary and as part of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports’ National Sports Day 2024 celebrations, the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting organized its inaugural “Khel Utsav 2024” from August 27 to August 30 at Major Dhyan Chand Stadium and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi….
Paris: On Friday, Praveen Kumar made history by winning India’s sixth gold medal at the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. Competing in the Men’s High Jump T64 final, Praveen topped the podium with a stellar performance, continuing his rise as one of India’s top para-athletes.
Paris: Kapil Parmar made history for India at the Paralympics by winning the country’s first-ever medal in judo, securing a bronze in the men’s 60kg (J1) category. Parmar dominated his Brazilian opponent, Elielton de Oliveira, in the bronze medal match, securing a 10-0 victory at the Champs-de-Mars Arena on Thursday. Parmar’s exceptional performance saw him…
Bhubaneswar: Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida clarified on Thursday that linking Aadhaar with a phone number is not mandatory for online registration under the Odisha government’s Subhadra Yojana. During her visit to the Subhadra Help Desk at an Anganwadi centre in Shrikhetra Colony, Puri, Parida interacted with applicants submitting their forms for the welfare scheme….
Bhubaneswar: The 30th edition of the prestigious Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra (GKCM) Award Festival commenced in Bhubaneswar with an enchanting Ghazal recital by the renowned singer Chandan Dass. Organized by Srjan Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Nrityabasa, the annual festival is a hallmark event in Odisha’s cultural calendar and is set to run from September 5-11, 2024,…
New Delhi: The Ministry of Coal today announced the issuance of Allocation Orders for three coal mines: Machhakata (Revised), Kudanali Lubri, and Sakhigopal-B Kakurhi. These mines have been allocated to NLC India Limited, Gujarat Mineral Development Corporation Limited, and TANGEDCO, respectively. Of the three, one mine is fully explored while the other two are partially…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi conducted a comprehensive review of the Forest, Environment, and Climate Change Department’s programmes at Lok Seva Bhavan on Thursday, emphasizing the need for proactive measures to prevent illegal tree felling and provide labor-based employment to marginal communities. During the meeting, Majhi highlighted the critical issue of human-animal conflict, revealing that…
