New Delhi: In a significant development for maritime security, the Ministry of Defence has inked a contract with Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd (MDL), Mumbai, on January 24, 2024, for the acquisition of 14 Fast Patrol Vessels (FPVs) for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG).
Bhubaneswar: In a groundbreaking move, the Mission Shakti department has joined forces with DAFE & IRRI, focusing on rice-based native varieties renowned for their aromatic essence. This strategic collaboration aims to produce nutritionally enriched rice-based and mixed-value food products, including cookies, snacks, muesli, pasta, and noodles. Additionally, a mini millet factory will be established to bolster…
New Delhi: In a ground breaking alliance set to transform the financial landscape of rural Rajasthan, India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) & Hindustan Zinc Limited (HZL – a subsidiary of Vedanta Group) join forces to pioneer inclusive financial solutions.
Bhubaneswar: Highlighting the cultural significance of cinema, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo on Friday said that films mirror the socio-cultural life of a society, and preserving them ensures that cinematic treasures lost to time can be revived for future generations. He was speaking as the chief guest at the concluding ceremony of the 10th…
New Delhi: In a significant move to enhance bilateral scientific collaboration, India and Italy on Thursday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to advance joint research in emerging and transformative technologies. The agreement was formalized during a high-level meeting between Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology, and Ms….
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi graced the Beating Retreat Ceremony with his presence, partaking in the majestic display of military music and precision drill at the historic Vijay Chowk in New Delhi.
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government on Tuesday reviewed its cyclone preparedness measures at a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, with officials directed to remain fully prepared for any possible weather-related emergency during the cyclone season. The meeting was attended by Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary D. K. Singh, Director General of Fire Services S….
Bhubaneswar: The Railway officials helped a woman deliver a baby inside a train at the Bhubaneswar railway station on Saturday. The woman, named Ayesha Khatun was travelling with her husband and mother-in-law in Howrah-Yeshvantpur Express train. She developed labour pain before the train reached Bhubaneswar station. Her husband immediately informed the railway officials inside the…
New Delhi: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has successfully completed the Flight Tests of the Guided Pinaka Weapon System, marking a significant milestone in the validation of the system’s Provisional Staff Qualitative Requirements (PSQR). The flight tests, conducted in three phases at different field firing ranges, assessed key parameters such as ranging, accuracy,…
Mayurbhanj: In a significant step towards enhancing digital connectivity, Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Railways, Communications and Electronics & IT, Government of India, laid the foundation stone for the installation of a 4G Mobile Tower at Manatapal Village in Mayurbhanj district. The initiative is part of the 4G Saturation Project utilizing indigenous 4G technology stack under the…
