Healthcare Startup Conclave 2025 Concludes, Strengthens Odisha’s Vision as Health Innovation Hub

Bhubaneswar: The two-day Healthcare Startup Conclave 2025, organised by Startup Odisha under the MSME Department, Government of Odisha, concluded successfully at the O-Hub Incubation Centre, reinforcing the state’s growing focus on healthcare innovation. The conclave, themed “Inspiring Health Innovation for Odisha and Beyond,” brought together more than 150 healthcare entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, academicians, professionals, aspiring…

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Strategic Move Towards Energy Security: Minister Pralhad Joshi Unveils “Strategy Papers on Coal Import Substitution

New Delhi: Pralhad Joshi, the Minister of Coal, Mines & Parliamentary Affairs, unveiled the “Strategy Papers on Coal Import Substitution” today at a significant event hosted at the Ministry of Coal. The release of these strategy papers marks a crucial step towards achieving energy security and bolstering self-sufficiency in coal production, aligning with the vision…

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Odisha, Canada Explore Collaboration in Clean Energy, Mining and Agri-Trade

Bhubaneswar: Odisha and Canada explored avenues for deeper cooperation in sectors such as clean energy, mining, agriculture, and industrial investment during a high-level meeting between Canadian High Commissioner to India Christopher Cooter and Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo at Lok Seva Bhawan on Monday. The Canadian envoy, accompanied by his wife, paid…

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NTPC Ltd. Reports Record Annual Electricity Generation and Strong Financial Performance for FY

New Delhi: NTPC Ltd., India’s largest integrated power utility, announced its financial results for the fiscal year 2023-24, showcasing remarkable achievements in electricity generation and financial performance. The company, with an installed group capacity of 76,015 MW, has set new records in both operational and financial metrics. NTPC Group achieved its highest-ever annual electricity generation,…

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Govt Medical College in Sundargarh gets NMC approval for 100 MBBS Seats

Sundargarh: The National Medical Commission (NMC) has approved 100 MBBS seats for the 2022-23 academic session in the newly constructed Govt Medical College (GMC) in Sundargarh. The NMC conveyed the approval to the Dean, Govt Medical College, Sundargarh in a letter signed by the Member/President of the Medical Rating and Assessment Board (MRAB), Undergraduate Section, NMC…

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Odisha Implements National Education Policy 2020 Across All Educational Institutions

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has officially announced the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 in all educational institutions under the School and Mass Education Department. The landmark decision, detailed in a notification issued on Wednesday, aims to strengthen the state’s education system by aligning with the National Curriculum Framework while incorporating local contextual…

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Sulochana Das takes charge as first female Mayor of Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar: Newly elected Biju Janta Dal (BJD)representative Sulochana Das took oath as the Mayor of Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) on Saturday. She became the first female mayor of Bhubaneswar. During the recently concluded municipal election, Sulochana Das had registered a win with 174562 votes, defeating her opponent with a margin of 61,143 votes. Before being…

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Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi Marks 66th Foundation Day with Cultural Events

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Lalit Kala Akademi celebrated its 66th Foundation Day at the Kalinga Art Gallery on Sunday, reaffirming its commitment to promoting the state’s rich artistic and cultural heritage. Eminent sculptors Adwaita Charan Gadanayak and Binod Maharana, both recipients of the Padma Shri, attended the programme as chief guests. Deba Prasad Dash, Special Secretary…

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Union Minister Inaugurates National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation in Sehore

Sehore, Madhya Pradesh: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment, Dr. Virendra Kumar, today inaugurated the National Institute of Mental Health Rehabilitation (NIMHR) in Sehore, Madhya Pradesh. This institute, under the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD), represents a significant stride toward advancing mental health rehabilitation and empowering Divyangjan across India. The inauguration…

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