New Delhi: India spearheaded efforts to bolster clean economy investments at the inaugural Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) Clean Economy Investor Forum. Led by Secretary of the Department of Commerce, Sunil Barthwal, the Indian delegation actively participated in the forum, signaling a firm commitment to advancing sustainable infrastructure, climate technology, and renewable energy projects in…
New Delhi: The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) has issued a public advisory regarding fraudulent WhatsApp messages, SMSs, and voice calls that falsely claim to be from TRAI. These malicious communications are designed to resemble official notices from senior TRAI officers and are being used to scam unsuspecting citizens. According to TRAI, these fraudulent notices…
New Delhi: In a significant move to bolster defence relations between India and Oman in the maritime domain, the 6th edition of Staff Talks between the Indian Navy (IN) and the Royal Navy of Oman (RNO) took place from June 4 to June 5, 2024, in New Delhi. The Royal Navy of Oman delegation was…
Bhubaneswar: Odia cinema enthusiasts and aspiring filmmakers have much to look forward to as the Bhubaneswar Film Festival (BFF) gears up to captivate audiences from 7-9 June 2024 at Jayadev Bhawan, Bhubaneswar. Hosted by the Bhubaneswar Film Circle, this exclusive Odia film festival will showcase 15 award-winning and classic Odia films from 1960 onwards. Open…
Bhubaneswar: Retired IAS officers R Balakrishnan and Suresh Chandra Mahapatra, who were serving as Chief Advisor, Special Initiatives, and Chief Advisor, Chief Minister’s Office (CMO) respectively, have resigned from their posts. They resigned a day after the election verdict came. The General Administration & Public Grievance Department has accepted their resignations, effective from the forenoon…
New Delhi: In a significant step towards strengthening bilateral investment cooperation, the first meeting of the Joint Task Force on Investment (JTFI) between the Republic of India and the State of Qatar was convened today in New Delhi. The Joint Task Force was co-chaired by Ajay Seth, Secretary of the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry…
Leh: A workshop and training program on the Integrated Sample Survey (ISS) for State and District Nodal Officers of Himachal Pradesh, the Union Territory of Jammu & Kashmir, and Ladakh was conducted today in Leh. The program was inaugurated by Jagat Hazarika, Advisor (Statistics), Department of Animal Husbandry & Dairying, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry…
New Delhi: The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) has announced financial assistance to M/s Krishigati Pvt. Ltd., Pune, for the development of electric vehicle (EV) technology tailored for intercultural farming operations. The project, titled “Axle-Less Multipurpose Electric Vehicle for Modern and Precision Farming,” represents a significant step towards…
Bhubaneswar: In response to reports of some private hospitals denying cashless treatment to beneficiaries of the Biju Swasthya Kalyan Yojana (BSKY), the Odisha government on Thursday reiterated that the health facility scheme remains very much active and is supported by an approved budget. The state government urged empanelled hospitals to continue providing treatment to BSKY…
Bhubaneswar: The latest Odisha Elephant Census has revealed the presence of 2,098 elephants across 38 Forest Divisions in the state, marking an increase of 122 elephants since the last census in 2017. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Wildlife Susant Nanda shared these findings on Wednesday, noting a nearly stable population with a male-to-female ratio of…
