New Delhi: The stage is set for the Indian Men’s Hockey5s Team as they gear up for the inaugural edition of the FIH Hockey5s Men’s World Cup, set to unfold in Muscat, Oman, from 28th to 31st January 2024.
Bhubaneswar: A two-day regional workshop on the implementation of the Energy Conservation and Sustainable Building Code (ECSBC) concluded successfully in Bhubaneswar, marking a significant push toward promoting energy-efficient and eco-friendly construction practices in eastern India. The event was jointly organized by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power, Government of India, and the…
Berhampur: In a significant achievement for wildlife conservation, the blackbuck population in Odisha’s Ganjam district has surged to 8,789, marking a steady increase over the years. The latest biannual census, conducted by the forest department on January 29, recorded a significant rise from 7,745 in 2023 and 4,082 in 2018, reflecting successful conservation efforts. According to…
Rajgir: In a major boost to hockey lovers, Hockey India on Tuesday announced that entry to all matches of the Men’s Asia Cup 2025 in Rajgir will be free, allowing fans to witness international action without any cost. The move aims to make the event a people’s festival and inspire greater participation in the sport….
New Delhi: The Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI) is actively executing the Scheme for Integrated Cold Chain and Value Addition Infrastructure, a pivotal component of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Sampada Yojana (PMKSY).
Itanagar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday laid the foundation stone for a series of projects worth over ₹5,127 crore in Arunachal Pradesh, focusing on power generation, infrastructure development, and border connectivity. The initiatives, officials said, will strengthen the frontier state’s economy while addressing strategic needs. The highlight of the announcements was the launch of…
Bhubaneswar: In a moment that will be etched forever in the annals of Indian cricket, Harmanpreet Kaur’s Indian women’s cricket team scripted history by clinching the Women’s World Cup title — the first-ever for the country. Playing their third final after heartbreaks in 2005 and 2017, India finally crossed the finish line, defeating South Africa…
Balasore: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday organised the ‘Sushree’ workshop at the Proof and Experimental Establishment in Chandipur, Balasore to promote women’s leadership and participation in science and defence research as part of the celebrations of International Women’s Day. Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg inaugurated the workshop, which was held under…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has approved the development and beautification of the famous Mahima Shrine at Joranda in Dhenkanal district. An estimated Rs 112 crore will be invested for the project. Under the project, the reconstruction of the Mahima Samaja Peetha, a public health centre (PHC), 200 toilets meant for use by Sadhus, devotees…
Bhubaneswar: The eminent international scholar and historian, Prof. Arlo Griffiths, reached the city to partake in the inaugural World Odia Language Conference, set to commence tomorrow at Janata Maidan in the capital city. This unprecedented event, dedicated to the Odia language, promises a myriad of activities and boasts the presence of distinguished participants from across…
