New Delhi: In a significant stride towards enhancing maritime security and cooperation, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Royal Oman Police Coast Guard (ROPCG) convened the 5th Annual High-Level Meeting in New Delhi. The meeting, held on April 23, 2024, underscored the commitment of both nations to combat transnational illegal activities at sea and…
Bhubaneswar: The fifth Project Governing Committee (PGC) meeting for the Rengali Irrigation Project was held on Monday under the chairpersonship of Anu Garg, IAS, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to the Government of Odisha, Department of Water Resources. The high-level meeting, conducted at Lok Seva Bhawan, focused on addressing long-pending bottlenecks that have hindered the timely completion…
Kochi: Admiral R Hari Kumar, Chief of the Naval Staff, visited the Southern Naval Command in Kochi, where he awarded the prestigious ‘On the Spot Unit Citation’ to INS Sharda for its exemplary performance in anti-piracy operations. The ship played a pivotal role in the successful rescue of all 19 crew members of the Iranian…
Bhubaneswar: After enduring sweltering temperatures, Odisha has finally received respite from the scorching heat as rain showers graced the twin cities of Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, along with several other parts of the state. The refreshing rainfall, attributed to the Nor’wester phenomenon, has brought down the soaring temperatures across most parts of Odisha. Residents of the…
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…
Chennai: In a thrilling start to the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 season, the Chennai Super Kings emerged victorious in the opening match against the Royal Challengers Bangalore at the iconic M.A. Chidambaram Stadium. The seasoned CSK side secured a convincing six-wicket win, showcasing their formidable prowess in the tournament’s inaugural clash. CSK’s triumph was…
Goa: The 20th Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) in Goa concluded today, marking significant progress for India’s maritime sector. Over the two-day event, more than 80 critical issues involving the Central Government, States, and Union Territories were successfully addressed. Key focus areas included port infrastructure modernization, connectivity, maritime tourism, statutory compliance, navigation projects, sustainability, and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward establishing Odisha as a hub for Green Hydrogen and Ammonia production, GRIDCO has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M/s Avaada Green H2 Pvt Ltd. for providing a Green Power Banking Facility of 300 MW. The agreement, signed under the OERC Green Energy Open Access Regulations, 2023, will…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) is all set for Phase 3 of the Lok Sabha polls scheduled for tomorrow. With normal weather conditions predicted, the commission has ensured meticulous arrangements at all polling stations to facilitate voters, including provisions for water, shamianas, and fans to tackle hot weather conditions. To address any…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha reported 786 cases of heat-related illnesses and three fatalities attributed to sunstroke this summer. The state’s health infrastructure is on high alert as health officials work tirelessly to mitigate the impact of the scorching temperatures. Director of Health Services, Dr. Bijay Kumar Mohapatra, confirmed the distressing statistics, highlighting the severity of the situation….
