New Delhi: As the mango season approaches, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has issued a stern warning to traders, fruit handlers, and Food Business Operators (FBOs) operating ripening chambers. The regulatory body has mandated strict adherence to the ban on using calcium carbide for artificial ripening of fruits, particularly mangoes. The…
Chennai: In a crucial encounter at the MA Chidambaram Stadium on Wednesday, the Punjab Kings secured a vital victory over the Chennai Super Kings by 7 wickets, keeping their hopes of making it to the playoffs alive in the ongoing IPL 2024 season. Chasing a target of 163, Punjab Kings exhibited a disciplined batting performance,…
Wellington, Tamil Nadu: The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, addressed student officers and faculty of the Defence Services Staff College (DSSC) at Wellington today, lauding its contributions to shaping the future leaders of India’s armed forces and allied nations. In her address, President Murmu commended the DSSC for its pivotal role in professionally grooming middle-level…
Bhubaneswar: The Commissionerate Police has taken action against three RTI activists, accusing them of spreading “fake and misleading information” regarding the security arrangements for 5T and Nabin Odisha Chairman V K Pandian. Sanjeev Panda, Commissioner of Police for Bhubaneswar-Cuttack, addressed the media on Wednesday, announcing that Prakash Das, Srikant Pakal, and Pradip Pradhan of Odisha…
Vientiane: Voting concluded peacefully today in Jharkhand and Maharashtra, with notable voter turnout figures recorded in both states. Jharkhand surpassed its 2019 turnout with 67.59% participation by 5 PM, compared to 67.04% in the 2019 Assembly Elections, signaling increased voter engagement. Meanwhile, Maharashtra recorded a turnout of 58.22% by the same time, reflecting a continued challenge…
Bhubaneswar: “Factsheet on Coastal Wetlands” under the #Youth4WaterIndia campaign was unveiled at the Kushabhadra mouth of the Bay of Bengal near Konark on the occasion of World Wetlands Day 2023. Unveiling the Factsheet at a function organised by the School of Sustainability, XIM University, the Sports Minister Tusharkanti Behera invited the youths to participate in…
New Delhi: The National Financial Reporting Authority (NFRA) concluded its inaugural International Conference on Transparent Financial Reporting and Audit Quality: Pillars of Corporate Governance on March 5-6, 2024, in New Delhi. The conference served as a significant platform for policymakers, global experts, professionals, and industry leaders to engage in crucial discussions regarding transparent financial reporting,…
Paris: In a thrilling upset at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat made her third Olympic appearance one to remember by defeating the defending champion, Yui Susaki of Japan, in the women’s 50kg freestyle round of 16 wrestling match
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh emphasized the transformative potential of blending India’s ancient wisdom with cutting-edge technology during the celebration of five years of the Science and Heritage Research Initiative (SHRI). The event, organized by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), showcased achievements and innovations that merge India’s rich heritage with modern scientific…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Thursday directed officials concerned to focus on administration of booster dose to elderly people and frontline workers. During a review meeting of Covid situation in the state, Patnaik asked the administration to remain cautious and carry on Covid awareness programmes across the state with active cooperation of Mission Shakti…
