Bhubaneswar: The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, is set to host the Monsoon Meet on September 13, 2024, at the Convention Center, Lok Seva Bhavan in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The event will be chaired by Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, who oversees the…
New Delhi: In a major step towards ensuring healthcare for India’s elderly population, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved comprehensive health coverage for all senior citizens aged 70 years and above under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY). This expansion will benefit approximately 6 crore senior citizens,…
Bhubaneswar: To position Odisha as a nationwide leader in sports, the state government has allocated ₹1,315 crore for sports and youth services in the fiscal year 2024-25. This represents a ₹98 crore increase from the previous year’s budget of ₹1,217 crore. Announcing the allocation in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reaffirmed…
Bhubaneswar: Renew Green Energy Group has expressed interest in developing large-scale green energy projects in Odisha, including green ammonia and green methanol plants, as well as green power generation. During a meeting at Lok Seva Bhavan on Wednesday, the Group’s delegation presented these ambitious proposals to Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to the welfare of construction workers, the Odisha government has announced an increase in accidental and natural death benefits. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi revealed the new benefits during a ceremony organized by the Labour and Employees State Insurance Department at Lok Seva Bhavan. Under the new provisions, the accidental death…
Bhubaneswar: To improve infrastructure in educational institutions, the Odisha government has announced a comprehensive plan to provide drinking water, tap water connectivity, rainwater harvesting facilities, and toilet provisions across all private, government, and government-aided schools in the state. The initiative was discussed in a high-level coordination meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan on Tuesday, chaired…
Manila: The fifth meeting of the India-Philippines Joint Defence Cooperation Committee (JDCC) took place today in Manila, underscoring the growing strategic partnership between the two nations. The meeting was co-chaired by India’s Defence Secretary, Giridhar Aramane, and the Senior Undersecretary of the Ministry of National Defence of the Philippines, Irineo Cruz Espino. During the discussions, both…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying and Ministry of Panchayati Raj, Rajeev Ranjan Singh, alias Lalan Singh, unveiled a series of initiatives today aimed at transforming India’s fisheries sector and bolstering the nation’s blue economy. The announcements were made during the celebration of the 4th anniversary of the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada…
New Delhi: The 12th meeting of the Empowered Task Force (ETF) on Ganga Rejuvenation, chaired by Minister of Jal Shakti, C. R. Paatil, brought together senior officials and representatives from multiple ministries and state governments to assess the progress of the ongoing efforts under the Namami Gange program. The meeting, held in the presence of…
New Delhi: Union Minister for New and Renewable Energy, Pralhad Joshi, announced today that the 4th Global Renewable Energy Investors Meet & Expo (RE-INVEST 2024) will be held from September 16 to 18, 2024, at the Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar, Gujarat. This event, organized by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), highlights the…
