Bhubaneswar: Odisha has emerged as one of the top-performing states under the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation, with the state government accelerating urban water and infrastructure projects through focused implementation and strong administrative oversight. Officials said the programme is being rolled out across 89 Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), with 345 projects worth ₹4,030.18…
New Delhi: In a significant step towards streamlining the monitoring of thermal power projects in India, Union Minister of Power and Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs, Manohar Lal, today launched the Portal for Online Monitoring of Projects – Thermal (PROMPT) in New Delhi. The newly introduced platform aims to boost transparency, coordination, and efficiency…
Bhubaneswar: With reports of dengue cases emerging in various areas of the city, in a proactive measure to curb the proliferation of malaria and dengue, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has released Western Gambusia fish into four significant drains across the capital city. The decision to introduce Gambusia fish into water bodies was carried out…
New Delhi: An Indian delegation led by Secretary Department of Science and Technology (DST) Professor Abhay Karandikar visited Mauna Kea, Hawaii, USA and discussed challenges in the progress of Thirty Meter Telescope (TMT) project and ways to overcome them.
Bengaluru: In response to the recent gangrape of an Israeli tourist and an Indian homestay owner near the Tungabhadra Left Canal in Koppal district, the Karnataka government has issued new safety guidelines for homestays and resorts operating across the state’s tourist destinations. The circular, issued on Tuesday, mandates that homestay owners must take full responsibility…
Bhubaneswar: The 18th edition of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas commenced in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurating the event at Janata Maidan. Themed “Diaspora’s Contribution to a Viksit Bharat,” the convention spotlighted the essential role of Indian expatriates in nation-building and fostering India’s growth aspirations. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from global Pravasi Bharatiyas,…
New Delhi: The Inland Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, organized a comprehensive workshop today at the India Habitat Centre in New Delhi to improve understanding of the Inland Vessels (IV) Act, 2021, and its associated rules. The event aimed to clarify key provisions of the Act and…
New Delhi: The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, is scheduled to visit Meghalaya and Assam from January 15 to 17, 2024, as part of her official engagements.
Bhubaneswar: A comprehensive review meeting of the State-level National Service Scheme (NSS) took place today at the Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati Auditorium of Utkal University, Bhubaneswar. The meeting saw the participation of key stakeholders, including the Vice-Chancellor of Utkal University, Prof. Sabita Acharya, NSS Regional Director Ajit Kushwaha, State NSS Officer-cum-Higher Education Deputy Secretary Ramesh…
Bhubaneswar: The 12th meeting of the Standing Committee of the State Board for Wildlife was held at Kharvel Bhawan under the chairmanship of Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia, where key development proposals were reviewed with a focus on balancing ecological conservation and regional growth. The committee, functioning under the provisions of the Wildlife…
