New Delhi: The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has unveiled its ambitious plans to establish a comprehensive three-stage talent scouting structure across India for its groundbreaking FIFA-AIFF Talent Academy. In collaboration with the Indian Ministry of Education and FIFA, the federation aims to integrate the innovative ‘Football 4 School’ program as a crucial pathway for…
New Delhi: The Indian Navy has declared 2024 as the ‘Year of Naval Civilians’ with a focus on inclusivity, innovation, and enhanced functional efficiency in Human Resources (HR) management. The initiative aims to create a more inclusive work environment and introduce welfare measures that elevate the quality of life for naval civilians. A key aspect…
Bhubaneswar: In a renewed push toward environmental sustainability, the Odisha government has reinforced its ban on single-use plastic items in all government offices, autonomous institutions, and State Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). The directive, issued to all Additional Chief Secretaries, Principal Secretaries, and Commissioner-cum-Secretaries, urges strict compliance with the existing plastic ban and outlines immediate steps…
Bhubaneswar: A five-day professional development training programme for Post Graduate Teachers (PGTs) from non-government aided Higher Secondary Schools concluded today under the Directorate of Higher Secondary Education (DHSE). Teachers of Political Science and Economics participated in the programme, with a total of 90 PGTs attending. Speaking at the valedictory session, Niyati Pattanaik, Director, DHSE, underscored…
New Delhi: Indian cricket icon and former captain Virat Kohli on Monday formally announced his retirement from Test cricket, drawing curtains on a glittering 14-year red-ball career that helped reshape India’s fortunes in the longest format of the game. Kohli, 36, made the announcement via a heartfelt Instagram post, stating, “It’s been 14 years since…
New Delhi: In a concerted effort to combat frauds in Goods and Services Tax (GST) and enhance compliance, GST formations under the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) and State/UT Governments have initiated a focused drive against non-existent/bogus registrations and the issuance of fake invoices without actual supply of goods and services.
Bhubaneswar: Krushi Odisha-2026 was inaugurated on Wednesday by the Deputy Chief Minister and Minister for Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment and Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, at the Biju Patnaik Playground, Baramunda, marking a major push towards transforming Odisha’s agricultural sector through innovation, sustainability and stronger market linkages. In his inaugural address, the Deputy Chief Minister…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government issued a stern warning to all public servants on Monday, instructing them to refrain from exerting undue influence to secure favorable transfers and postings. Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja conveyed the directive in a letter addressed to secretaries of all government departments and district collectors, emphasizing adherence to established conduct rules. Chief Secretary…
New Delhi: In a momentous announcement, Prime Minister Narendra Modi declared that former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh will be posthumously awarded the prestigious ‘Bharat Ratna,’ India’s highest civilian honour. Alongside Singh, ex-PM PV Narasimha Rao and eminent agricultural scientist MS Swaminathan will also be bestowed with this coveted recognition. “We are fortunate to see…
Mhow: Mustafizur Rahman, the High Commissioner of Bangladesh to India, recently delivered a comprehensive talk on “Regional Security Landscape & Opportunities and Challenges for Bilateral Relations” during the Tri-services Joint Capsule at the prestigious Army War College (AWC) in Mhow.
