Jal Jeevan Mission Crosses Tap Water Connections To 14 Crore Rural Households
The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), today, achieved a monumental milestone by providing tap water connections to 14 Crore (72.71%) rural households.
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Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar Reviews Progress, Sets Strategic Goals for Next 100 Days
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Virendra Kumar convened a crucial daylong meeting on June 15 with Ministers of State Ramdas Athawale and B.L. Verma to review the progress of ongoing schemes and strategize key departmental initiatives for the next 100 days. During the meeting, Secretary of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DEPwD),…
Odisha Gears Up to Host World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze at Kalinga Stadium
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is all set to welcome international athletes as it hosts the prestigious World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze competition for the first time at Bhubaneswar’s Kalinga Stadium on August 10, 2025. With just days to go, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj visited the venue on Wednesday to review preparations and ensure readiness…
Overcoming Vaccine Hesitancy: A Transformation in Odisha’s Arikama Village
Bhubaneswar: Every Wednesday morning, the Anganwadi centre in Arikama, a small village in Odisha’s Khurda district, becomes a hub of activity. Mothers arrive with their children, engaging in friendly conversations as they prepare for Routine Immunization Day. Amidst the occasional cries of infants, the air is filled with a sense of purpose and community. As…
Flood Threat Looms Large as Krishna, Godavari Rivers Swell in Andhra Pradesh
Vijayawada: Incessant rains in upstream catchment areas have triggered massive inflows into the Krishna and Godavari rivers, forcing authorities to issue a first flood warning at the Prakasam Barrage in Vijayawada on Tuesday. The Andhra Pradesh State Disaster Management Authority (APSDMA) has urged residents in low-lying areas downstream to remain on high alert. At Prakasam…
GCF Delegation Visits Odisha to Assess Climate Resilience Efforts in Coastal Communities
Bhubaneswar/Ganjam: A delegation from the Green Climate Fund (GCF) visited Odisha’s Ganjam district to review progress under the Enhancing Climate Resilience of India’s Coastal Communities (ECRICC) project and assess how ecosystem restoration and climate-resilient livelihood interventions are helping vulnerable coastal populations adapt to the growing impacts of climate change. The delegation, comprising Diane Jegam, Regional…
Tokyo returnee Hockey players from Odisha get cash rewards, job offers for medalists
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik felicitated the Odia Olympians today and handed over cash rewards to the four Hockey players for their spectacular performances in the Tokyo Olympics. As Birendra Lakra and Amit Rohidas were part of the men’s Hockey team that won bronze medal in the Olympic games, they were handed over cash rewards…
Namdapha Flying Squirrel Emerges After 42-Year Absence in Arunachal Pradesh
Itanagar: After an absence of 42 years, the Namdapha flying squirrel (Biswamoyopterus biswasi) has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh, marking a significant wildlife event. Initially documented in 1981 based on a solitary individual found in the Namdapha Tiger Reserve, the elusive mammal had eluded zoologists during subsequent expeditions, leading to speculation about its status. Teams…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah Launches E-Bus Service and Distributes Appointment Letters in Jammu
New Delhi: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah inaugurated the e-bus service in Jammu and distributed over a thousand appointment letters for Jammu & Kashmir Combined Examination-2024 and compassionate appointments through a video conference from New Delhi.
Department of Telecom, Gujarat Launches Telecom Facilitation Centre to Drive Sectoral Growth
Ahmedabad: The telecom sector in India is poised for a revolutionary transformation, propelled by advancements in cutting-edge technologies such as 5G, M2M/IoT, and allied fields. Recognizing the pivotal role of startups, MSMEs, and academia in this paradigm shift, the Department of Telecom, Gujarat, inaugurated its Telecom Facilitation Centre on March 21st, 2024. The newly established…