New Delhi: The National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA) has approved a 50% increase in the ceiling prices of 11 scheduled formulations covering eight essential drugs. This decision, taken during a full Authority meeting on October 8, 2024, aims to maintain the availability of critical medications in light of rising production costs. The NPPA’s mandate focuses…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s star gymnast Rakesh Kumar Patra has once again made the state proud by winning the gold medal in the Parallel Bars event at the 38th National Games 2025, held in Uttarakhand. His outstanding performance reaffirms his position as one of India’s top gymnasts. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi lauded Patra’s achievement and extended…
Bhubaneswar: The All India Congress Committee (AICC) has unveiled its third list of candidates for the upcoming Odisha Assembly Election, announcing names for 75 constituencies after deliberation by its Central Election Committee. In a significant move, veteran leader Niranjan Patnaik has been nominated to contest from the Bhandaripokhari assembly seat, showcasing the party’s emphasis on…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) has extended the deadline for submission of online applications for its 2026–27 academic session to May 15, giving aspirants across the country additional time to apply for its industry-oriented programmes. The entrance examination for admission is scheduled to be held on May 31, 2026, while the new academic session…
New Delhi: In a pivotal move to enhance rural infrastructure and foster economic development in the North-Eastern region, the Ministry of Rural Development has sanctioned 55.89 km of road length for Nagaland under the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY-III). With an estimated investment of ₹54.75 crore, this initiative is part of the government’s broader…
Bhubaneswar: Amid reports of isolated COVID-19 cases surfacing in different regions of Odisha, the State Government has assured citizens there is no cause for concern. Health and Family Welfare Department Secretary Aswathy S. on Tuesday urged the public to remain calm, emphasizing that the government is maintaining strict vigilance and is fully prepared to manage…
Goa: The 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI) kicked off with a captivating blend of art, culture, and history, as the exhibition ‘Safarnama: Evolution of Indian Cinema’ was unveiled today at Kala Academy, Panaji. The exhibition, curated by the Central Bureau of Communication, Ministry of Information & Broadcasting, is set to…
New Delhi: The Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying convened a high-level brainstorming session on Avian Influenza at Krishi Bhawan, focusing on surveillance and vaccination under the One Health approach. The session, held yesterday, was chaired by Secretary of the Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Alka Upadhyaya, and attended by a diverse group of…
Bhubaneswar: The wait is finally over for sports enthusiasts as the ITTF-ATTU 28th Asian Table Tennis Team Championships 2025 officially commenced today at the Athletics Centre of Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar. The grand inauguration was led by Suryabanshi Suraj, Hon’ble Minister for Sports & Youth Services, Higher Education, and Odia Language, Literature and Culture, Government of…
Manesar: The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA), under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs, has inaugurated the sixth batch of its flagship Post Graduate Insolvency Programme (PGIP) at a distinguished ceremony held in Manesar. The event was graced by eminent figures including Justice S. Ravindra Bhat, Retired Judge of the Supreme Court of India, Dr….
