Dhanbad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and dedicated multiple development projects worth Rs 35,700 crores to the nation in Sindri, Dhanbad, Jharkhand. The projects span various sectors, including fertilizer, rail, power, and coal, signaling a significant leap towards socio-economic growth in the region.
Berhampur: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, graced the 25th convocation ceremony of Berhampur University today, held at Bhanja Bihar in Ganjam, Odisha. The distinguished presence of the President added prestige to the occasion, as she addressed the graduating students and highlighted the significance of the southern region of Odisha in the nation’s history.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, 1152 new lecturers, officers, and staff joined the state government, marking a key addition to the workforce. The induction was accompanied by an orientation program held at the state convention center and Rabindra Mandap, with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik gracing the occasion. Among the new recruits, 997 are lecturers in…
Bhubaneswar: The Customs Department, in collaboration with the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), facilitated the return of palm leaf and paper manuscripts on Thursday. Sanjay Pant, the Principal Chief Commissioner of GST, Central Excise, and Customs for the Bhubaneswar zone, officially handed over these manuscripts to ASI representatives in a virtual ceremony attended by Union…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has approved a substantial 50% increase in the daily and retainer fees for non-cadre law officers employed across various courts in the state. This decision, as outlined in a statement from the Chief Minister’s Office (CMO), is set to benefit approximately 1215 law officers. Following the…
Bhubaneswar: Responding to the long-standing demands of Gana Sikhyakas in the state, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik declared a significant hike in their monthly remuneration and introduced measures for regularization. As per the government’s notification, the monthly salary of Gana Sikhyakas who have not passed the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) has been increased from Rs…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance healthcare accessibility and facilitate smoother movement within the expansive Capital Hospital campus, the Odisha State Warehousing Corporation (OSWC) handed over a 10-seater electric vehicle to the Capital Hospital today. The e-vehicle, valued at Rs.11.90 lakh, was generously provided by the OSWC from its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) fund.
New Delhi: In a pioneering move, Union Minister of Coal, Mines, and Parliamentary Affairs, Pralhad Joshi, inaugurated the transformative “Coal Logistics Plan and Policy.” The initiative, organized by the Indian National Committee World Mining Congress under the patronage of the Ministry of Coal, was unveiled at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. Addressing the gathering, Pralhad Joshi…
New Delhi: India, boasting the world’s fifth-largest coal reserves, has emerged as the second-largest consumer of coal globally, driven by a rapidly expanding economy. The power sector, experiencing a compounded annual growth rate (CAGR) of approximately 7.5% from FY 2021-22 to 2023-24, along with other sectors, fuels the demand for coal. Despite this significant coal…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards bolstering India’s mineral sector, the Union Cabinet, has approved amending the Second Schedule to the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957 (‘MMDR Act’). The amendment focuses on specifying the royalty rates for 12 critical and strategic minerals, including Beryllium, Cadmium, Cobalt, Gallium, Indium, Rhenium, Selenium, Tantalum,…
