New Delhi: To support persons with disabilities, the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD) has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with SignAble Communications. This collaboration marks a crucial step forward in enhancing assistance for individuals with speech and hearing disabilities. The primary objective of the MoU is to improve communication and…
Dharamsala: Ravichandran Ashwin’s historic 36th five-wicket haul (5-77) in Tests propelled India to an emphatic victory on the third day of the fifth Test against England in Dharamsala. The hosts secured an innings and 64-run win, sealing the series with a 4-1 margin.
Bhubaneswar: Water Initiatives, Odisha (WIO), a prominent advocate for water and climate initiatives in the state, has announced the call for nominations for the 4th batch of Odisha Water Honours. These honours, unique to the state, aim to acknowledge individuals and communities for their outstanding contributions to water, river, and ecology conservation and restoration. The…
Mangalore: The inaugural India Paddle Festival, India’s first-ever international stand-up paddling (SUP) championship, commenced with a vibrant opening ceremony at the picturesque Sasihithlu beach in Mangalore, Karnataka. The three-day event, from March 8 to March 10, 2024, has attracted over 40 top SUP athletes from more than 13 countries, showcasing their skills across three categories….
New Delhi: In line with the vision of a circular economy and sustainable consumption, the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA) launched the Right to Repair Portal India (https://righttorepairindia.gov.in/) on National Consumer Rights Day 2022. The portal is a significant step towards promoting a ‘circular economy’ and reducing electronic waste by providing consumers with repair-related information…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant effort to address unemployment and empower youth in mining areas, ORMAS (Odisha Rural Development and Marketing Society) and OMC (Odisha Mining Corporation) jointly launched a skill development training program. The initiative aims to provide job-oriented training to less-educated unemployed youth from economically disadvantaged families in mining regions across the state. A…
New Delhi: In a significant move, the Council of The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) has announced its decision to conduct the Chartered Accountancy (CA) exams three times a year, starting from 2024. The decision was made during the 430th meeting of the ICAI held on March 7, 2024, in New Delhi. The…
Bhubaneswar: Dispelling speculations and putting an end to rumors of a possible alliance with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha, the State President of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Manmohan Samal, announced that the party would contest the upcoming elections independently in the state. Upon his return from Delhi, Samal stated, “We will fight…
New Delhi: In a significant announcement on International Women’s Day, President Droupadi Murmu nominated renowned author and philanthropist Sudha Murty to the Rajya Sabha. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Sudha Murty on her nomination, expressing his delight at the news. In a tweet, PM Modi emphasized Sudha Murty’s immense and inspiring contributions to diverse domains…
Berhampur: In a pioneering move to empower women and promote gender inclusivity, the Water Corporation of Odisha (WATCO) has signed a significant agreement with Mission Shakti Women Self-Help Group (SHG) City Level Federation based in Berhampur. The agreement entails the operation and maintenance of the Jagadalpur Water Treatment Plant (WTP) by 30 selected members of…
