New Delhi: The traditional Halwa Ceremony, signaling the final phase of the Budget preparation process for Union Budget 2024-25, took place today in New Delhi. The event was graced by Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs Nirmala Sitharaman and Union Minister of State for Finance Shri Pankaj Chaudhary. The Halwa Ceremony is an annual…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has reason to celebrate as Bhubaneswar-based student Snehasis Das has emerged as the state’s top scorer in the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (Undergraduate) 2025, or NEET (UG) 2025, with an impressive All India Rank (AIR) of 60. Scoring a percentile of 99.9972390, Snehasis’s performance has placed him among the country’s brightest medical…
Goa: Renowned English filmmaker and actor Stephen Woolley captivated audiences at the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) today with a masterclass on “Who is a Film Producer? – Five Important Stages of Film Production.” The session, attended by aspiring filmmakers, students, and cinephiles, delved into the producer’s pivotal role in filmmaking, outlining five…
New Delhi: The Union Sports Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, awarded Sarabjot a cheque for Rs 22.5 lakh as part of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports’ cash award scheme for his achievement at the Paris Olympics. Sarabjot Singh, who earned a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event with Manu Bhaker,…
Prayagraj: As millions of devotees gather at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Saraswati for Maha Kumbh 2025, Reliance Industries Limited has stepped forward with a dedicated initiative—‘Teerth Yatri Seva’—to provide essential services for pilgrims, ensuring their safety, comfort, and well-being. The initiative, guided by Reliance’s ‘We Care’ philosophy, offers a range of support,…
Baripada: Forest fires have erupted around the Similipal wildlife sanctuary in the Mayurbhanj district of Odisha. Over 36 large fires were reported at four places under Gurugudia and Talabandha ranges in Similipal, and the forest officials and the fire services department are trying to control the spread of fire in large areas. Last year forest…
New Delhi: Union Minister of Coal and Mines, G. Kishan Reddy, inaugurated the Ministry of Mines Pavilion at the India International Trade Fair (IITF) 2024 in New Delhi today. The Pavilion, themed “Minerals to Milestones,” highlights the vital role of minerals in building a self-reliant India and achieving national milestones through sustainable and innovative mining practices….
Dhenkanal: Emphasising the need to preserve cultural legacy in the face of rapid modernisation, speakers at the third anniversary of Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW) highlighted the role of heritage walks in fostering a deeper connection with history and tradition. Noted historian Kharavela Mohanty said history forms the foundation of civilisation and warned that cultural wealth…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to address the evolving landscape of industries and employment, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the two-day ‘NUA Odisha Global Summit on Growth and Employment’ in the city today. The summit aims to analyze trends in emerging growth sectors, industries, and skills, providing insights into necessary skill training for the youth…
Kurnool: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully conducted flight trials of the third version of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM-V3) at the National Open Area Range (NOAR) in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. The ULPGM-V3 represents an advanced iteration of the previously developed ULPGM-V2 missile. It boasts a high-definition dual-channel seeker…
