Bhubaneswar: Hari Shankar Verma, Director General (Safety), Railway Board, concluded a comprehensive three-day safety inspection of the East Coast Railway (ECoR) today. Held from July 13 to 15, the inspection focused on evaluating the implementation of safety measures, infrastructure preparedness, and staff performance across key sections of the zone. During his visit, Verma undertook a…
New Delhi: Researchers have developed a novel method to study protein folding and the role of molecular chaperones, which protect proteins from non-native interactions. This breakthrough could help understand the triggers of protein folding, potentially tracking the progression of diseases such as cancer, Parkinson’s, and Alzheimer’s. Proteins are vital to nearly every cellular process, requiring…
Paris: Top seed Novak Djokovic continued his quest for a record-extending 25th Grand Slam with another comfortable display even as Alexander Zverev backed up his statement win against Rafael Nadal with a dominant display against David Goffin in the French Open on Thursday. Aiming for his fourth trophy on the clay courts of Paris, the…
New Delhi: Union Minister of State for Health & Family Welfare, Anupriya Patel, addressed the Regional Conclave on “Enhancing Regional Collaboration & Harmonization in Standard Setting Process” at the ongoing second edition of the Global Food Regulators Summit 2024. The event, hosted by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), is being held alongside…
New Delhi: The Government has appointed Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, PVSM, AVSM, NM, presently serving as the Vice Chief of the Naval Staff, as the next Chief of the Naval Staff. He will assume the esteemed position with effect from the afternoon of April 30, 2024. The incumbent Chief of the Naval Staff, Admiral…
Bhubaneswar: The picturesque Gopalpur Beach in Odisha’s Ganjam district is gearing up to host the much-anticipated Gopalpur Beach Festival, scheduled to commence on January 25 and extend through January 28, as revealed during the first preparatory meeting convened by the district administration. Ganjam Collector Dibya Jyoti Parida shared insights into the preliminary plans, stating, “The…
Bhubaneswar: After a hiatus, the ropeway facility at Nandankanan Zoological Park (NZP), located on the outskirts of the Odisha capital, was officially reintroduced today, enhancing the visitor experience. Forest and Environment Minister Pradip Kumar Amat inaugurated the ropeway in the presence of MLAs Suresh Kumar Routray, Susant Kumar Rout, and senior officials of the zoo….
Bhubaneswar: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, addressed the fifth convocation of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar, today, lauding the institution’s contribution to quality healthcare, research, and public service. The event marked a significant moment for graduating students and the broader medical community in Odisha and eastern India. In her convocation address,…
Bhubaneswar: In view of Cyclone Yaas which is likely to cross West Bengal and north Odisha, the railway has cancelled 90 trains originating or terminating from ECoR jurisdiction in HOwrah-Chennai main line. On Friday 74 trains were cancelled originating or terminating from Bhubaneswar and Puri, while on Saturday 16 more trains were cancelled. Indian Meteorological…
New Delhi: The ‘Critical Minerals Summit: Enhancing Beneficiation and Processing Capabilities’ concluded today, marking a significant milestone in India’s journey towards achieving its critical minerals objectives. Organized by the Ministry of Mines in collaboration with the Shakti Sustainable Energy Foundation (Shakti), Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), and Indian Institute of Sustainable Development (IISD),…
