Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning as the deep depression over the Westcentral Bay of Bengal has intensified into a cyclonic storm named “Hamoon” (pronounced as Hamoon). The cyclonic storm is situated near latitude 18.3°N and longitude 87.3°E, approximately 230 km south-southeast of Paradip (Odisha), 360 km south of Digha (West…
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…
Bhubaneswar: With the onset of the peak summer season, TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL), a joint venture of Tata Power and the Government of Odisha, is emphasizing the importance of efficient electricity usage to tackle the surge in power demand. As temperatures rise, the demand for electricity surges, leading to various challenges such as…
Kolkata: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the new building of the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL) in Kolkata on Saturday, marking a major milestone in India’s push for a modern, evidence-driven criminal justice system. Built at a cost of ₹88 crore, the state-of-the-art facility is set to serve not just…
Dhaka: Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina is set to assume her fifth term, marking her fourth consecutive win, in the country’s general elections. The elections, boycotted by the main opposition party BNP, have been overshadowed by pre-election violence. The polls, held in 299 out of 300 constituencies, engaged 119.6 million registered voters across over 42,000…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Men’s and Women’s Hockey teams concluded their FIH Hockey Pro League home campaign at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar, showcasing commendable performances in their respective eight-match stints between February 15 and 25. The Men’s team delivered an impressive showing, securing five victories from eight matches and climbing to third place in the…
New Delhi: In light of emerging security concerns due to escalating tensions along the border, Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman convened a high-level meeting on Thursday with Managing Directors and CEOs of public and private sector banks, as well as heads of insurance companies, to assess the financial sector’s preparedness—especially in…
Bhubaneswar: The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha, issued an advisory today for students appearing in the upcoming Plus 2 examinations starting tomorrow, February 16. Examinees are urged to arrive at the exam center 30 minutes early to ensure timely entry into the hall, with 15 minutes to spare before the commencement of the…
New Delhi: Union Minister Shri Parshottam Rupala spearheaded the twelfth phase of Sagar Parikrama in West Bengal, commencing in Digha, Purba Medinipur district.
Bhubaneswar: A significant enhancement to the KALIA Scholarship is set to broaden its impact on higher education in Odisha. Launched in 2021-22 to provide financial assistance to the children of KALIA beneficiaries pursuing professional/technical education in government institutions, the scholarship’s revised guidelines aim to extend support to a larger number of students. Approved by the…
