Minister J.P. Nadda Inspires Graduates at UCMS 53rd Foundation Day and Convocation, Emphasizes Healthcare Advancements

New Delhi: Union Minister for Health & Family Welfare, Jagat Prakash Nadda, presided as Chief Guest at the 53rd Foundation Day and Convocation of the University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS), University of Delhi. The ceremony, held at the UCMS campus, celebrated the achievements of graduates and underscored the vital role of healthcare professionals. Vinai…

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Sea Vigil 24 Concludes Successfully, Strengthening India’s Coastal Defence and Maritime Security

The fourth edition of the Pan-India Coastal Defence Exercise, Sea Vigil 24, concluded on November 21, 2024, with a resounding success, reinforcing India’s commitment to maritime security and coastal defence. Spanning 36 hours, the exercise covered the entire 11,098 km coastline and India’s Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of 2.4 million square kilometers, with participation from…

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India Approves AMCA Programme Execution Model to Boost Indigenous Defence and Aerospace Sector

New Delhi: In a major stride towards strengthening India’s indigenous defence manufacturing and achieving self-reliance in aerospace technology, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved the Execution Model for the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) Programme. The programme will be carried out by the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) through a collaborative industry partnership model. The newly…

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16th Finance Commission Holds Inaugural Meeting, Charts Course for Comprehensive Consultations and Analytical Work

New Delhi: The 16th Finance Commission (XVI-FC) convened its first meeting under the able leadership of Chairman Dr. Arvind Panagariya at Jawahar Vyapar Bhawan, Janpath, New Delhi. The Chairman and Members were warmly welcomed by Ritvik Ranjanam Pandey, Secretary, XVI-FC, along with other officials of the Finance Commission. The meeting primarily focused on discussing the…

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Jagatsinghpur Honours Its ‘Living Heritage’ at JHW Anniversary Celebration

Jagatsinghpur: Heritage in Jagatsinghpur is not confined to temples, manuscripts or stone sculptures—it lives on through people who quietly keep traditions, art and collective memory alive. Celebrating this spirit, the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) marked its first anniversary by honouring individuals and groups who have dedicated their lives to preserving the district’s cultural, spiritual and…

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Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja Chairs High-Level Meeting on Administrative, Security, and Developmental Issues

Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Chief Secretary, Manoj Ahuja, chaired a high-level meeting on Thursday to address key administrative, security, and developmental concerns in the state. The meeting, which was attended by Collectors, Superintendents of Police (SPs), Inspectors General (IGs), Deputy Inspectors General (DIGs), and senior officials from various departments, was focused on reviewing critical issues and setting the…

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CM Patnaik announces Rs.10 lakh each for para-athletes participating at Asian Para Games

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has announced a significant cash incentive of Rs. 10 lakh each for the 7 para-athletes representing Odisha at the upcoming Asian Para Games, scheduled to commence from 22nd October 2023. The Asian Para Games is a distinguished event that serves as a platform for elite para-athletes from all corners of…

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Fourth National Para-Badminton Championship Begins

Bhubaneswar: The fourth National Para-Badminton Championship was inaugurated at the  Railway Indoor Stadium here on Friday. Over 500 plus participants are participating in the three day Championship being held under the aegis of Paralympic committee of India and Badminton Association of India. Inaugurating the championship, Sports Minister Tusharkanti Behera said, “Our Para athletes have brought…

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Raja Celebrations Meet Spiritual Exploration as Puri Heritage Walk Explores Kriya Yoga Traditions

Puri: The festive spirit of Raja Parba blended with spirituality and heritage as participants of the 22nd edition of Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) embarked on a unique experiential journey to explore the philosophy of Kriya Yoga and Puri’s lesser-known cultural landmarks. As part of the heritage walk, participants visited Hariharananda Gurukulam at Balighat, where they…

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