Jitendra Singh Launches ‘VISION’ to Empower Underprivileged Students with Innovation and Skills

New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today inaugurated the “Viksit Bharat Initiative for Student Innovation and Outreach Network” (VISION), a pioneering initiative aimed at fostering education, skill development, and innovation among underprivileged children. During the launch, Dr. Singh praised the initiative for its focus on democratizing startup skills and providing equal opportunities for students…

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Jitendra Biswal Raises the Issue of Making Shree Mandir Wheelchair Accessible

Puri: The foundation stone of the much awaited Jagannath temple heritage corridor project was laid on Wednesday. The project is an effort to transform Puri into a world-class heritage city. However, the quadriplegic actor from Odisha Jitendra Biswal who has been raising the issue of making temple premises wheelchair accessible for a long time has…

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Anil Kumar Khandelwal Assumes Charge as Member Infrastructure, Railway Board

New Delhi: Anil Kumar Khandelwal, a distinguished officer of the Indian Railway Service of Engineers (1987 batch), has taken charge as Member Infrastructure, Railway Board, and Ex-Officio Secretary to the Government of India in the Ministry of Railways. With a robust academic background, Khandelwal holds a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from MNIT, Jaipur, and…

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Reviving Tradition and Empowering Women: Ushasi Rath’s Inspirational Journey at Ekamra Utsav 2024

Bhubaneswar: Ushasi Rath, a proud native of Puri, Odisha, took center stage at the Ekamra Utsav 2024, organized by the Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA). Her stall in the Flea Market showcased not just artistic creations but a remarkable journey dedicated to preserving Odisha’s cultural heritage. Having spent years abroad in Dubai, Ushasi Rath’s love for…

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Hirakud Dam Reopens to Tourists After 24-Day Security Restriction

Bhubaneswar: The iconic Hirakud Dam in Odisha’s Sambalpur district, known as Asia’s longest earthen dam, has reopened to tourists after a 24-day security restriction was lifted today. The restriction, which had been in place since May 9, was imposed amid heightened national security concerns linked to growing tensions between India and Pakistan. With the restriction…

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“Viksit Gaon, Viksit Odisha”: CM Majhi Champions Rural Development on National Panchayati Raj Divas

Puri: As Odisha observed National Panchayati Raj Divas, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi reaffirmed the government’s unwavering commitment to rural transformation, declaring that “without rural development, the progress of Odisha and India is impossible.” The statement came during a grand state-level celebration in Puri on Thursday, where the Chief Minister highlighted the pivotal role of…

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MOIL and Madhya Pradesh State Mining Corporation Ink Joint Venture for Manganese Ore Mining

Bhopal: In a significant step towards boosting manganese ore mining and value-addition projects in Madhya Pradesh, MOIL has signed a draft joint venture (JV) agreement with the Madhya Pradesh State Mining Corporation Limited (MPSMCL) at the MP Mining Conclave 2024. The partnership aims to leverage the state’s rich manganese reserves, contributing to economic growth and…

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Indian Astronaut to Conduct Landmark Food and Nutrition Experiments Aboard ISS on Axiom Mission-4

New Delhi: In a historic step for India’s space ambitions, Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh today announced that Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla, one of India’s trained astronauts, will conduct cutting-edge food and nutrition experiments aboard the International Space Station (ISS) as part of the upcoming Axiom Mission-4 (Ax-4). Addressing a media briefing, Dr. Singh revealed…

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Ministry of Labour & Employment Partners with TeamLease EdTech to Expand Job Opportunities Through NCS Portal

New Delhi: In a major initiative to enhance employment prospects, the Ministry of Labour & Employment has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with TeamLease EdTech. The MoU, signed today by Amit Nirmal, Deputy Director General (Employment) at the Ministry, and Jaideep Kewalramani, COO and Head of Employability Business at TeamLease EdTech, will leverage the…

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