Union Budget 2024-25: ₹11.1 Lakh Crore Allocated for Infrastructure Development

New Delhi: In her Union Budget 2024-25 speech delivered in Parliament today, Union Minister for Finance & Corporate Affairs, Nirmala Sitharaman, underscored the critical role of infrastructure in driving economic growth. She announced a substantial allocation of ₹11,11,111 crore for capital expenditure, equating to 3.4% of the country’s GDP. This commitment highlights the government’s dedication…

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Ministry of Rural Development Partners with J-PAL to Empower Rural Women

New Delhi: In a significant stride towards inclusive development, the Ministry of Rural Development, Government of India, has forged a strategic alliance with Abdul Latif Jameel Poverty Action Lab (J-PAL), South Asia at IFMR. J-PAL, SA@ IFMR will serve as a knowledge partner, spearheading initiatives aimed at empowering rural women and fostering self-sufficiency. The Memorandum…

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South Odisha to Benefit from Landmark Railway Infrastructure Projects

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards enhancing South Odisha’s transportation network and fostering economic growth, the Ministry of Railways has sanctioned key railway infrastructure projects. These initiatives are designed to reduce logistical costs, improve connectivity, and stimulate regional development. The approval of these initiatives marks a significant step in enhancing connectivity between previously remote areas…

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Digitise Odisha’s Heritage to Take It Global, Says Padma Shri Debi Prasanna Pattanayak

Bhubaneswar: Eminent linguist and Padma Shri awardee Dr. Debi Prasanna Pattanayak on Wednesday underscored the need to digitally document Odisha’s cultural heritage and project it globally, saying authentic information on the state’s landmarks, personalities, festivals and traditional cuisine should be made easily accessible through digital platforms. Speaking at the inauguration of ‘Parichaya’, a two-day workshop…

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Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal Launches ‘Sagar Aankalan’ Guidelines at Stakeholders Meet

New Delhi:  In a significant move towards enhancing the efficiency and competitiveness of Indian seaports, the Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways and Ayush, Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, launched the ‘Sagar Aankalan’ guidelines during a stakeholders meet aimed at implementing the Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) signed at the Global Maritime India Summit 2023 (GMIS 2023).

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‘One DAE One Subscription’ Inauguratd at Tata Memorial Hospital

Mumbai: The inaugural ceremony of the ‘One DAE One Subscription’ (ODOS) took place today at Tata Memorial Hospital in Mumbai. This groundbreaking initiative brings together the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE) and all its units and subunits—approximately 60 in total—under one umbrella for read and publish access to national and international research papers and scientific…

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