Bhubaneswar: In commemoration of the First World Odia Language Conference, the Odisha Government has unveiled a special edition of its monthly magazines, Utkal Prasanga and Odisha Review. The release ceremony, led by Information and Public Relations Minister Pradip Kumar Amat, marked a significant moment during the conference. The event witnessed the presence of Principal Secretary…
Mumbai: To enhance the operational capabilities of the Indian Navy, the delivery ceremony of the ‘Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 19’ took place at Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on March 4. This marks the fifth successful delivery as part of the ambitious 11 x ACTCM Barge Project, a collaboration between the Ministry of Defence (MoD) and MSME Shipyard, M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane.
New Delhi: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is steering a transformative initiative, the Free Coaching Scheme for SCs and OBCs. This visionary scheme aims to provide coaching for competitive examinations, enabling individuals to secure coveted positions in both the Public and Private Sectors. Additionally, it facilitates admission to esteemed technical and professional higher…
Bhubaneswar: “The weavers of Odisha are the soul of our cultural heritage. Our handloom is not just a piece of cloth, it is a legacy. Odisha handlooms weave heritage,” said Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts Minister Pradeep Bal Samanta at a press conference held today at the State Guest House in Bhubaneswar. The event was organized…
Washington: Users across the globe are grappling with login issues on Meta’s popular platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger, and Threads, as a widespread outage cripples services. The disruption has affected hundreds of thousands of users, with reports pouring in from various countries.
Bhubaneswar: In a strategic move to harness its rich biodiversity and position itself as a biotechnology hub, the Odisha government has approved the ambitious ‘Development of Biotechnology’ scheme, with a total outlay of ₹1,113.50 crore over the next five years. The scheme, cleared by the State Cabinet, aims to tap into the state’s ecological diversity and…
Sundargarh: Introduced in April 2017, the Mobile Medical Van (MMV) services in the Sundargarh district have benefited over 19 lakh people over the years to get medical services. Mobile Medical Van is an initiative to provide access to medical services in rural areas, interior pockets, and tribal hamlets in the Sundargarh district. It started by…
New Delhi: In a major boost to urban development, Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced the establishment of a ₹1 lakh crore Urban Challenge Fund while presenting the Union Budget 2025-26 in Parliament. The fund will support ‘Cities as Growth Hubs’, ‘Creative Redevelopment of Cities’, and ‘Water and Sanitation’ initiatives, with an initial allocation of ₹10,000…
New Delhi: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) commemorated International Customs Day-2024 in New Delhi.
New Delhi: To ensure India’s success at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, chaired a high-level meeting today to review the country’s preparations. The meeting highlighted India’s robust plans and comprehensive support system designed to maximize the athletes’ performance and well-being. A…
