Mumbai: The 18th edition of the Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF) for Documentary, Short Fiction, and Animation Films hosted the international premiere of the documentary “My Mercury” today. Directed by Joelle Chesselet, the film offers an intimate and challenging exploration of her brother Yves Chesselet’s life, a solitary conservationist on Mercury Island off the coast…
Bhubaneswar: In a comprehensive review meeting on Monday, Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Pravati Parida, assessed various schemes and activities under the Department of Mission Shakti, emphasizing its pivotal role in the state’s development. During the session, Parida acknowledged the substantial progress Mission Shakti has made in empowering women across Odisha. She highlighted the initiative’s significant…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday instructed district collectors across the state to make decisions regarding the reopening of schools based on local weather conditions. This directive allows collectors the authority to declare holidays or adjust school timings for government, private, and aided schools from Class I to 12 in response to the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister K V Singh Deo officially took charge as the Minister of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment on Monday. Upon assuming office, Singh Deo expressed gratitude to Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for entrusting him with this critical portfolio, which directly impacts the majority of the state’s population. “First and foremost, I would like…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday emphasized the timely completion of ongoing water resources projects during a high-level meeting with officials from the Water Resources Department. According to an official press release, Majhi directed the department’s top officers to manage water efficiently, particularly during the delayed monsoon, and to remain prepared for…
Varanasi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to release the 17th instalment of the PM-KISAN scheme on June 18, 2024, in a grand event at Varanasi. Over 9.26 crore farmers across the nation will benefit from this instalment, receiving financial aid amounting to more than Rs. 20,000 crore. In addition to this, the Prime Minister…
Antalya: 18-year-old archer Bhajan Kaur clinched a gold medal in the recurve women’s individual event, securing India a coveted quota place for the Paris 2024 Olympics at the Final Olympic Qualifier on Sunday. Kaur’s triumph comes as a beacon of hope for Indian archery, especially after seasoned archer Deepika Kumari’s unexpected early exit. Despite the…
Bengaluru: After decimating South Africa by 143 in the ODI series opener at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium, India skipper Harmanpreet Kaur appreciated vice-captain Smriti Mandhana, as well as all-rounders Deepti Sharma and Pooja Vastrakar for contributing to team’s victory. On a slightly sluggish pitch, Smriti smashed a fantastic 117, her sixth ODI century, to take India…
Bengaluru: In a significant milestone, India opener Smriti Mandhana crossed the 7000-run mark in international cricket during the first ODI against South Africa at the M Chinnaswamy Stadium in Bengaluru on Sunday. Mandhana’s achievement placed her in elite company, making her the second Indian woman to surpass 7000 runs including all formats. She followed in the…
New Delhi: In a major advancement towards its ‘dream project’, the Indian Railways on Sunday conducted the first train trial run from Sangaldan to Reasi, including crossing the Chenab bridge in Jammu and Kashmir — the highest railway bridge in the world. The railway officials also conducted an inspection of the newly constructed line and also…
