New Delhi: Ladakh has experienced rapid and transformative development under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, stated Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Dr. Jitendra Singh.
Bhubaneswar: Odisha reinforced its position as a frontrunner in India’s clean energy transition with the successful hosting of the third edition of the Odisha Renewable Energy Investor Conclave 2026 in Bhubaneswar, mobilising investment commitments worth nearly Rs 67,000 crore for renewable energy projects with a total capacity of 6.8 GW. Organised by the Energy Department,…
Bhubaneswar: The trailer of the upcoming Odia movie ‘Suka Bhai ra Sholay’ was recently released and it has garnered curiosity among Odia cine lovers. Written and directed by Snehasis Das, the movie is produced by Ram Patnaik and Kaushik Das. The first look of the trailer gives the impression that it could be a remake…
New Delhi: The Supreme Court on Monday instructed the Centre to develop a model policy on menstrual leave for women employees, following consultations with states and other relevant stakeholders. A bench composed of Chief Justice D Y Chandrachud and Justices J B Pardiwala and Manoj Misra emphasized that the issue was a matter of policy…
New Delhi: Hariman Sharma, a visionary farmer from the small hamlet of Paniala in Bilaspur, Himachal Pradesh, has been conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri Award for his groundbreaking contribution to Indian agriculture. His development of the HRMN-99 apple variety, a self-pollinating, low-chilling apple, has transformed the cultivation landscape by making apple farming viable in…
Bhubaneswar: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has stirred controversy with his proposal to rename Ravenshaw University, one of Odisha’s most esteemed educational institutions. The suggestion has sparked a robust debate among students, alumni, and the wider public. Speaking at a recent event, Pradhan argued for the university’s name to be changed to honor local heroes and…
New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today approved the BioE3 (Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment) Policy, aimed at fostering high-performance biomanufacturing in India. The policy, proposed by the Department of Biotechnology, seeks to accelerate technological innovation, commercialization, and job creation across key biotechnological sectors. The BioE3 Policy focuses on supporting…
New Delhi: The Government of India is unwavering in its commitment to equipping the nation’s youth with skills and tools to drive India towards becoming a Viksit Bharat by 2047, stated Minister of State for Textiles, Pabitra Margherita. Addressing a press conference in New Delhi, the Minister outlined transformative initiatives by the Ministry of Textiles,…
New Delhi: As the monsoon season advances across India, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has undertaken a series of proactive measures to address water logging and ensure emergency response on National Highways. These efforts aim to provide a seamless and safe travel experience for highway users despite the challenges posed by heavy rainfall…
Mumbai: The completion of 50 years of Mumbai High, one of India’s most significant oil exploration projects, was celebrated with enthusiasm on February 18, 2024. The event witnessed the presence of Shri Hardeep Singh Puri, Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Housing and Urban Affairs, who lauded the remarkable journey and achievements of…
