Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department of Odisha has launched a dedicated International Student Facilitation Cell to provide assistance and support to international students enrolled in public, private, and deemed universities across the state. This initiative aims to create a welcoming, inclusive, and student-friendly environment for global learners pursuing or considering higher education in Odisha. The…
New Delhi: The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has granted its approval for the proposed transaction, which includes the acquisition of a 59.25% shareholding in Maini Precision Products Limited (MPPL) by Ring Plus Aqua Limited (RPAL). In this envisioned combination, RPAL is set to acquire a significant 59.25% stake in MPPL. Additionally, the transaction involves…
Bhubaneswar: Reaffirming its commitment to rural infrastructure development, the Government of Odisha conducted the 37th State-level Standing Committee meeting on the Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) at Lok Seva Bhavan. Chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja, the meeting brought together senior officials and engineers to evaluate the pace and quality of road and bridge…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is set to embark on a four-day official visit to Singapore starting Sunday, November 17, in a bid to attract investments to Odisha. This will be Majhi’s first foreign trip since assuming office in June, marking a significant step in the state’s efforts to enhance its economic growth and…
New Delhi: With the summer months bringing escalated temperatures, the threat of hospital fires looms large. In a bid to prevent such catastrophic incidents, the Union Health Ministry and the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) have jointly issued an advisory to all States/UTs, emphasizing the urgent need for proactive measures. The directive urges State Health…
New Delhi: To enhance collaboration in science communication and policy research, the CSIR-National Institute of Science Communication and Policy Research (CSIR-NIScPR) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gurugram University on September 24, 2024, at the NIScPR’s Vigyan Sanchar Bhawan, Pusa Campus. This partnership is set to create new opportunities for both institutions in serving…
Popular television and film actor Sidharth Shukla passed away at the age of 40, said an official at the Cooper Hospital in Mumbai. Known for his role in popular television serial Balika Badhu and winner of Big Boss 13, Sidharth suffered a heart attack on Thursday morning. He made his acting debut with the television …
Sambalpur: In a bid to fortify sports infrastructure in the state, the Odisha Government has undertaken the ambitious task of redeveloping the VSS Cricket Stadium in Sambalpur district. This redevelopment aims to transform the existing stadium into a modern facility. Following the directive of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, Kartik Pandian, Chairman of 5T & Nabin…
New Delhi: In a significant move to accelerate advancements in the biofuel sector and attract more investment, the Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, today approved the modified Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana. The revamped scheme extends the implementation timeline by five years, until 2028-29, and broadens its scope to include advanced biofuels produced…
Bhubaneswar: Menstrual health must be recognised as a matter of rights, dignity and equality rather than being confined to discussions on hygiene alone, speakers observed at a state-level multi-stakeholder dialogue organised in Bhubaneswar on the occasion of Global Menstrual Hygiene Day 2026. The programme, organised by the Odisha Menstrual Health & Hygiene Alliance (OMHH Alliance)…
