Bengaluru: Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) all-rounder Glenn Maxwell has opted for an indefinite “mental and physical” break from the ongoing Indian Premier League (IPL), citing his struggle with batting form as the reason behind the decision. Initially thought to be sidelined due to a finger injury sustained in the previous match against Mumbai Indians, Maxwell…
Bengaluru: The Defence Bio-Engineering & Electromedical Laboratory of Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) has spearheaded the first international workshop on ‘Emerging Technologies & Challenges for Exoskeleton’. Held on April 16-17, 2024, the workshop marks a significant milestone in advancing the frontier of exoskeleton technology. Inaugurated by Secretary, Department of Defence R&D & Chairman DRDO,…
Koraput: Taking voter awareness to new heights, the Koraput District administration and the District Election Officer organised a special expedition to the summit of Odisha’s highest mountain point, the Deomali Hills. Led by Collector Keerthi Vasan V, the expedition aimed to engage voters, especially first-time voters, in understanding their rights and responsibilities as citizens participating…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as a beacon of excellence in the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) Civil Services Examinations 2023, with several candidates from the state achieving remarkable success in the prestigious nationwide test. Among the top performers is Animesh Pradhan from Angul district, who secured the second rank in the country, marking a momentous…
Bhubaneswar: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has made significant strides in its preparations for the upcoming Odisha Assembly elections by unveiling another list of 21 candidates. The latest list includes several prominent names, with the party aiming to strengthen its electoral prospects across the state. One of the standout inclusions in the BJP’s roster of…
Bhubaneswar: As temperatures soar across Odisha, the state grapples with a severe heatwave, with several regions recording temperatures of 40°C or higher. The India Meteorological Department’s (IMD) regional centre in Bhubaneswar reported that at least six places in the state registered temperatures of 40°C or more by 2:30 PM on Tuesday. Bhubaneswar emerged as the…
Karwar: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) rescued the Indian Fishing Boat (IFB) Rosary, which had encountered engine failure approximately 215 nautical miles from Karwar, Karnataka. The timely intervention by the ICG averted a potential maritime disaster and ensured the safety of the distressed fishing vessel and its crew. The IFB Rosary had issued a distress…
New Delhi: Umang Narula, Secretary of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs, inaugurated the Swachhata Pakhwada 2024 today, marking the commencement of a two-week cleanliness drive aimed at fostering a culture of cleanliness and hygiene. The event kicked off with the administration of the Swachhata Pledge to all officers and officials of the ministry, reaffirming their…
Barcelona: Tennis fans around the world have reason to rejoice as Rafael Nadal, the Spanish tennis maestro and former world number one, announced his participation in the 2024 Barcelona Open. Nadal, addressing the media in his pre-tournament press conference, confirmed his return to the ATP 500 event after a hiatus from tour-level competition. Nadal’s eagerly…
Dharamshala: The Himachal Pradesh Cricket Association (HPCA) is poised to revolutionize cricket practice facilities at the Dharamshala Cricket Stadium by introducing state-of-the-art SISGrass Hybrid Pitch Technology. This groundbreaking initiative aims to enhance the quality and durability of practice pitches, providing players with top-notch training surfaces that can withstand rigorous schedules without deteriorating. Spearheaded by SISGrass,…
