India and Dominican Republic Strengthen Cooperation in Medical Product Regulation

New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has been apprised of a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Republic of India, and the Directorate General for Medicine, Foods, and Sanitary Products Organizations of the Ministry of Public Health and Social Assistance of the Dominican Republic.

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Rubina Francis Wins Bronze in Women’s 10m Air Pistol at Paris Paralympics

Paris: Indian shooter Rubina Francis clinched a bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 event at the Paris Paralympics on Saturday, marking a significant achievement for India in the Paralympic shooting arena. Francis, 25, secured the third position with a total score of 173.7 after delivering consistent performances in the final stages. In…

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Cyclone Dana Causes Significant Power Outages; Over 11.4 Lakh Consumers’ Electricity Restored in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Cyclone Dana has severely impacted the electrical infrastructure across Odisha’s districts of Bhadrak, Balasore, Mayurbhanj, Jajpur, Kendrapada, and Jagatsinghpur, causing widespread power outages. In response, distribution companies (DISCOMs), under government instructions, have mobilized extensive manpower and resources to accelerate restoration efforts. By 2 p.m. today, power restoration was already underway for approximately ten lakh consumers….

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Nitin Gadkari Launches Nationwide Plantation Drive under ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign

Ghaziabad: Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Gadkari, launched a nationwide plantation drive today under the ‘Swachhata Hi Seva’ Campaign 2024, marking a significant step towards environmental sustainability. The drive, held in conjunction with the ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ initiative, aims to promote a cleaner and greener India in alignment with the…

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Palace Heritage Trip by MHW Enlightens Enthusiasts on Mayurbhanj’s Glorious Past

Baripada: The historic town of Baripada, known for its royal legacy beyond Similipal and the famed Belgadia Palace, opened another chapter of its heritage to eager enthusiasts through the 18th edition of Mayurbhanj Heritage Walks (MHW). Around 50 participants explored the majestic Mayurbhanj Palace—the last capital of the princely state—under the guidance of Kumaresh Nayak…

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Asit Kumar Tripathy Steps Down as Chairman of WODC

Bhubaneswar: Asit Kumar Tripathy has stepped down from his role as the chairman of the Western Odisha Development Council (WODC). The state government officially confirmed the acceptance of his resignation today. According to an order issued by the Planning and Convergence (P&C) Department, “The resignation of Asit Kumar Tripathy, chairman of the Western Odisha Development…

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12 Odisha Universities in UGC’s Defaulting List for Ombudsperson Appointment

Bhubaneswar: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has identified 12 universities in Odisha for their non-compliance with the appointment of an ombudsperson, as mandated by UGC guidelines. The list includes prominent institutions like Utkal University, BPUT, VIMSAR, and XIM University. A total of 419 universities nationwide, comprising 254 state universities, 1 central university, 162 state private…

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Ministry of Agriculture Holds Regional Conference to Review Agricultural Schemes in Northern States

New Delhi: The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare hosted a regional conference today at Krishi Bhawan, New Delhi, to conduct a midterm review of agricultural schemes implemented across Northern States. Key officials from Punjab, Uttarakhand, Himachal Pradesh, Haryana, as well as the Union Territories of Jammu & Kashmir, Ladakh, and Delhi, gathered to assess…

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Navy Children School Delhi Witnesses Inauguration of Upgraded Facilities by Mrs. Kala Hari Kumar, President of NWWA

New Delhi:  In a ceremony filled with enthusiasm and a commitment to providing a conducive learning environment, Mrs. Kala Hari Kumar, President of the Navy Welfare and Wellness Association (NWWA), inaugurated the refurbished Computer Lab and Conference Room, along with a new Lift for Children with Special Needs at Navy Children School Delhi.

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