Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards fostering sports culture and infrastructure development, Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T and Nabin Odisha, flagged off the First Mahanadi Half Marathon in Sambalpur. The event, initiated at 6 AM, saw a remarkable turnout of over 4000 runners across various categories. Expressing his views during the occasion, Kartik Pandian highlighted…
Bhubaneswar: With the rise in mercury, the Odisha government has decided on Wednesday to conduct classes in schools in the morning hours only. The Regional Meteorological Centre has issued a heatwave warning, and thus all the schools in the state have been asked to conduct morning classes from April 2. School and Mass Education Minister…
New Delhi: The Airports Authority of India (AAI) and other airport operators have successfully installed solar power plants at various locations to promote green and renewable energy usage. Since 2014, a total of 73 airports have transitioned to 100% green energy. The Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) has been proactive in pursuing carbon neutrality at…
Port Victoria, Seychelles: Indian Navy warship INS Tushil arrived at Port Victoria, Seychelles, on February 7, 2025, for an operational turnaround during its maiden passage along the West Coast of Africa. The vessel was warmly received by officials from the High Commission of India (HCI) and the Indian Navy detachment in Seychelles. During the port…
New Delhi: In a joint effort, the Indian Navy, Seychelles Defence Forces, and Sri Lanka Navy successfully intercepted and rescued a Sri Lankan fishing vessel that had been hijacked by pirates.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move towards bolstering efficiency, transparency, and community engagement, the municipal administration of Bhubaneswar, in alignment with the 5T Governance of the Government, welcomed 89 newly recruited individuals into its fold. The induction ceremony, known as “Nijukti Parba,” witnessed the distribution of appointment letters to 61 Amins and 28 Auditors, marking a…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards enhancing naval capabilities, the Ministry of Defence has finalized a contract with Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), Hyderabad, on February 13, 2024. The contract, valued at Rs. 2269.54 Crore, involves the procurement of 11 Shakti Electronic Warfare Systems, including associated equipment and accessories for the Indian Navy. This procurement…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha state Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, granted approval to the Odisha Biotechnology Policy-2024, aiming to harness the potential of biotechnology for sustainable socio-economic development and to bolster the biotechnology ecosystem in the state. Chief Secretary PK Jena, after the Cabinet meeting, highlighted the key incentives of the Odisha Biotechnology Policy…
New Delhi: Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, led a comprehensive discussion today on enhancing public health preparedness to tackle heat-related illnesses as the summer months approach. The meeting, attended by key officials including Dr. Bharati Pravin Pawar, Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, and Dr. V K…
Bhubaneswar: The Kalinga Super Cup reached its pinnacle with an electrifying finale, witnessing East Bengal FC emerge victorious with a hard-fought 3-2 win over the host team, Odisha FC. The thrilling encounter went into extra time, keeping the spectators on the edge of their seats at the Kalinga Stadium on Sunday. Nandha Kumar (51′), Saul…
