Mumbai: In a devastating accident, at least 26 tourists from Maharashtra were killed and 14 others injured when their bus plunged into a gorge along the Marsyangdi River in Ambukhereni, Tanahun district, Nepal, on Friday. The bus was transporting 40 Indian passengers, primarily from Maharashtra’s Jalgaon district, from the popular tourist destination of Pokhara to Kathmandu….
Bhubaneswar: The ‘Odisha Skills’ competition, a flagship initiative under the Skilled In Odisha program, recently concluded with a grand ceremony to felicitate the talented youth who demonstrated exemplary skills across various sectors. Hosted by the Skill Development & Technical Education Department and the Odisha Skill Development Authority (OSDA), the event aimed to nurture global skills among…
Panaji: The much-anticipated International Purple Fest – Goa 2024 kicks off today, promising a vibrant celebration of inclusivity and empowerment until January 13.
New Delhi: The Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports, Shri Anurag Singh Thakur, officially inaugurated the BIMSTEC Aquatics Championships 2024 today in a momentous ceremony held in New Delhi.
Dallas: The USA cricket team pulled off a historic upset by defeating Pakistan in a thrilling Super Over contest at the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024. This nail-biting encounter, held at the Grand Prairie Stadium in Dallas, marks one of the most significant shocks in cricket history.
Lisbon: In a gesture celebrating growing ties between India and Portugal, President of India Droupadi Murmu was conferred with the ‘City Key of Honour’ of Lisbon by the Mayor of Lisbon at a ceremonial function held at the City Hall on April 7. The prestigious honour symbolises Lisbon’s recognition of the enduring friendship between the…
Bhubaneswar: For over half a century, the Modern Book Depot has been a cornerstone of literary culture in Bhubaneswar. Founded in 1970 by Om Prakash’s father, this iconic bookstore has served as a sanctuary for bibliophiles and a beacon of knowledge in the heart of the city. Now, after 54 years, the bookstore faces potential…
Bhubaneswar: Bhitarkanika National Park, renowned for its thriving population of saltwater crocodiles, will be closed to visitors from May 1 to July 31 this year. The decision, announced by Assistant Chief Conservator of Forests (ACF) Manas Das, is aimed at providing a safe and undisturbed environment during the reptiles’ crucial nesting and breeding period. Highlighting…
New Delhi: Sheyphali B. Sharan takes charge as the Principal Director General of the Press Information Bureau (PIB). This comes in the wake of the retirement of Manish Desai, who served in the position until yesterday. Sharan, an esteemed officer of the 1990 batch of the Indian Information Service, steps into her new role with…
Srinagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Viksit Bharat Viksit Jammu Kashmir program in Srinagar today, unveiling a series of initiatives aimed at catalyzing comprehensive development in the region.
