New Delhi: The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has given its approval to the Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan, a major initiative aimed at uplifting the socio-economic conditions of tribal communities across India. With a total financial outlay of ₹79,156 crore, including ₹56,333 crore from the central government and ₹22,823 crore…
New Delhi: In a significant development, the Indian Air Force (IAF) is set to host its inaugural mega multinational air force exercise in Jodhpur later this year. The exercise, still in the planning phase, will witness participation from key nations including the US, Germany, Australia, France, and Italy. The comprehensive list of participating countries is…
Bhubaneswar: Adventure sports lovers got a new reason to visit Gopalpur in Ganjam. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday inaugurated the park at Gopalpur. “The facility will promote tourism in Gopalpur, and will attract youngsters to adventure sports,” said CM Patnaik. Named after legendary leader Biju Patnaik, the park has been developed with a cost…
New Delhi: In a significant move towards enhancing digital connectivity and financial collaboration, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, along with Sri Lankan President Ranil Wickremesinghe and Mauritius Prime Minister Pravind Jugnauth, jointly inaugurated the launch of Unified Payment Interface (UPI) services in Sri Lanka and Mauritius.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant boost to Odisha’s economic landscape, the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA) has approved 31 innovative projects worth ₹4,954.26 crore at its 131st meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. These projects are expected to generate 24,162 new jobs, spanning diverse sectors and reinforcing Odisha’s position as a premier investment…
New Delhi: Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar formally inaugurated the National Cadet Corps (NCC) Republic Day Camp-2025 at Delhi Cantt, marking the beginning of a vibrant series of events leading up to the Prime Minister’s Rally on January 27, 2025. This year, the camp brings together 2,361 cadets, including 917 girl cadets, representing all 17 NCC…
Nuapada: Reaffirming its commitment to equitable healthcare delivery, the Odisha Government on Monday dispatched a high-level team of medical specialists from SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack, to Nuapada district under the Mukhyamantri Bayu Swasthya Seva Scheme (MBSSS). The expert team arrived with essential equipment and medicines and will remain stationed at the District Headquarters…
Bhubaneswar: The two-day International Symposium on Shree Anna & Forgotten Foods (ISSFF), organized by the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha, concluded on a high note with commendations and valuable suggestions from state, national, and international participants. The event, held at Lok Seva Bhavan, focused on creating a roadmap for the promotion…
New Delhi: Dr. Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State for Science and Technology, inaugurated India’s first-of-its-kind CSIR Mega “Innovation Complex” in Mumbai through virtual mode on January 17. Dedicated to startups and industry stakeholders, this state-of-the-art facility marks a significant milestone in fostering innovation and empowering entrepreneurs. Spread over nine floors, the Innovation Complex boasts…
Despite accounting for nearly half of all Panchayat seats, many rural women leaders in India face deep-rooted challenges, ranging from proxy representation and political illiteracy to societal stigma. Their presence in governance is often symbolic, masking the persistent barriers that hinder true empowerment and meaningful participation in local decision-making. New Delhi: The lack of…
