New Delhi: The 16th Zonal Review Meeting of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) commenced on April 30, 2024, inaugurated by Sumita Dawra, Secretary of the Ministry of Labour & Employment. The event witnessed the presence of Neelam Shami Rao, Central Provident Fund Commissioner (CPFC), Alok Mishra, Joint Secretary of the Ministry of Labour and…
Geneva: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced that the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games will provide immersive and interactive on-site experiences with the help of AI-driven technologies. Ilario Corna, IOC’s chief information technology officer said, “Our partnership with Intel has propelled us into a realm where emerging technologies, powered by artificial intelligence, are…
New Delhi: Pharmaceutical giant AstraZeneca has acknowledged for the first time that its Covid vaccine “can, in very rare cases, cause TTS” (thrombosis with thrombocytopenia syndrome). This admission was made in a legal document submitted to the High Court in February. The company stated in the document that TTS can occur even without vaccination and…
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has set the stage for India’s campaign in the upcoming T20 World Cup by announcing a formidable squad led by Rohit Sharma. In a much-anticipated move, Virat Kohli makes a return to the squad, bringing a wealth of experience and leadership to the team….
Berhampur: Continuing his political legacy, Biju Janata Dal (BJD) supremo and Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik filed his nomination papers today for the Hinjili Assembly constituency in Ganjam district. This marks the sixth consecutive time that Naveen is contesting from the Hinjili constituency, a stronghold of the BJD. Amidst a sea of supporters and well-wishers,…
New Delhi: The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in partnership with AIIMS New Delhi and with the support of the Union Territory (UT) administration, organized a two-day medical camp from April 29th to 30th, 2024, in the remote islands of Kavaratti and Androth in UT Lakshadweep. The medical camp aimed to provide essential healthcare services to…
New Delhi: NHPC Limited, India’s premier organization for hydropower development, has forged a strategic partnership with M/s Ocean Sun, a pioneering Norwegian company specializing in floating solar technology. The collaboration marks a significant step towards exploring innovative solutions for renewable energy generation in India. The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), signed on April 29, 2024, paves…
Kolkata: In a thrilling encounter at the iconic Eden Gardens, the Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) showcased their prowess with both bat and ball to clinch a commanding seven-wicket victory over the Delhi Capitals (DC). Opting to bat first after winning the toss, DC got off to an explosive start with Prithvi Shaw’s aggressive strokeplay, but…
Madrid: Tennis icon Rafael Nadal showcased his resilience and skill as he outlasted Argentina’s Pedro Cachin in a thrilling three-hour encounter to secure a spot in the round of 16 at the Madrid Open on Monday. The former world No.1 delivered a dominant performance in the opening set, securing a comfortable 6-1 victory. However, the…
Bhubaneswar: To curb the proliferation of fake doctors, the Odisha government has established a District Level Anti-Quackery Cell. This decision comes in response to an order from the High Court and underscores the state’s commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its citizens. The decision to set up the Anti-Quackery Cell was made during…
