Bhubaneswar: The International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI), in collaboration with the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR), convened a high-level regional dialogue titled “Food Policy for a Changing World: Lessons and Priorities for South Asia” in New Delhi on September 16. The event also marked the South Asia launch of IFPRI’s 2025 Global Food…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department in Odisha has introduced virtual e-Lectures on a dedicated tutorial platform for students pursuing higher education in the state. Chittaranjan Patra, the Special Secretary and State Project Director (SPD) of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)-Odisha, communicated this development in a letter addressed to the Registrars of public universities and Principals…
New Delhi: Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Thakur, extended heartfelt felicitations to over 450 special invitees of Prime Minister Narendra Modi who attended the 75th Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path. The distinguished guests, hailing from various corners of the nation, were acknowledged for their commendable contributions to nation-building across diverse domains. The…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark announcement at the Utkarsh Odisha Conclave 2025, Jindal Steel and Power (JSP) has pledged an additional ₹70,000 crore investment in Odisha, reinforcing its commitment to the state’s industrial and social development. The announcement was made by JSP Chairman Naveen Jindal in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha Chief…
Comilla: Bangladesh fast bowler Mustafizur Rahman faced a concerning incident during a training session with the Comilla Victorians as he was struck on the head by a shot from Litton Das.
Bhubaneswar: A strict multi-layer security apparatus has been established at Janata Maidan in preparation for the swearing-in ceremony of the new Odisha Chief Minister scheduled for Wednesday. With Prime Minister Narendra Modi and several other dignitaries slated to attend, police have orchestrated elaborate security measures for the occasion. Commissioner of Police, Sanjeeb Panda, addressing the…
New Delhi: The Delhi High Court has stated that individuals cannot be held accountable for the suicide of a romantic partner due to love failure. Justice Amit Mahajan, delivering the judgement, emphasized that others cannot be accused of abetting suicide for the unfortunate decision made by a person with a fragile mental state. The judgement…
New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah chaired a high-level review meeting today in New Delhi to assess the security situation in Manipur. The meeting brought together key officials, including the Governor of Manipur, Union Home Secretary, Director of the Intelligence Bureau, Deputy Chief of Army Staff, Army Commander of the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s economic trajectory is set for a significant uplift as the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA), led by Chief Secretary Shri Pradeep Kumar Jena, IAS, approved fourteen pioneering projects valued at INR 1,713.65 Crores during its 127th meeting. These projects, spanning sectors such as metal downstream & ancillaries, power, pharmaceuticals, plastics, food…
Bhubaneswar: Taking a significant step towards environmental awareness and sustainable practices, the ST&SC Development, Minorities, and Backward Classes Welfare Department of Odisha have announced the conversion of traditional kitchens in its residential schools and hostels to “Eco-friendly” ones. The decision aims to eliminate the use of conventional cooking methods across the state. Commissioner-cum-Secretary of ST&SC…
