Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with leading agricultural institutions and agencies to scale up its Comprehensive Project on Rice Fallow Management. The agreement, signed at Krushi Bhavan, brought together the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment and implementing agencies IRRI, ICRISAT, ICARDA, MSSRF, and AFC India Ltd. The initiative…
Bhubaneswar: Haribabu Kambhampati officially assumed office as the 27th Governor of Odisha on Friday. The oath of office was administered by Orissa High Court Chief Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh during a ceremonial event held at the Raj Bhavan in Bhubaneswar. The event was attended by a host of dignitaries, including Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi,…
Bhubaneswar: The ongoing Eco-Retreat initiative in Odisha is offering a delightful blend of luxury tourism and sustainable practices, with millet-based foods taking center stage. Running from December 1, 2024, to March 15, 2025, this premier tourism program spans seven breathtaking locations—Konark, Putsil, Sonapur, Daringbadi, Bhitarkanika, Satkosia, and Hirakud—showcasing the state’s natural beauty and cultural richness….
Antsiranana, Madagascar: The Indian Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) Saksham arrived at Antsiranana port on March 18, 2025, as part of its overseas deployment to friendly nations in the Indian Ocean Region. The visit aims to enhance maritime cooperation between India and Madagascar, focusing on joint training, environmental protection, and security collaboration. During its…
Mumbai: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Sunday announced the Indian squad for the Paytm T20I series against South Africa. While KL Rahul will lead the team and Rishabh Pant has been assigned the responsibility as the vice-captain. Sunrisers Hyderabad’s pace sensation Umran Malik and Punjab Kings’ Arshdeep Singh has also…
Ayodhya: In preparation for the upcoming ‘Pran Pratishtha’ ceremony in Ayodhya, two Arogya Maitri Disaster Management Cube-BHISHM, revolutionary mobile hospitals equipped with cutting-edge technology, have been deployed to enhance medical readiness and response capabilities. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Ayodhya for the Pran Pratishtha ceremony on January 22, 2024, and the event…
Bhubaneswar: In an effort to enhance agricultural productivity and utilize fallow lands efficiently, the Odisha government has set an ambitious target of covering 4 lakh hectares of farmland under the “Comprehensive Project on Rice Fallow Management” program for the fiscal year 2023-24. Prem Chandra Chaudhary, Director of Agriculture and Food Production, chaired a review meeting…
New Delhi: A hands-on training workshop on the e-SAKSHI portal for the new fund flow procedure under the Members of Parliament Local Area Development (MPLAD) Scheme was organized by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) on January 22, 2025. The event was attended by representatives from the State Government of Haryana. The…
New Delhi: The Vice President of India, Jagdeep Dhankhar, inaugurated the International Maritime Seminar today, a significant component of MILAN 2024. The seminar served as a nexus for global maritime excellence, fostering collaboration and growth among nations across the oceans. Attended by the Chief of Naval Staff of the Indian Navy, Naval Chiefs of Friendly…
Bhubaneswar: The two-day National Conference on Handlooms and Handicrafts concluded today at Hotel Taj Vivanta, Bhubaneswar, marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s traditional craft sectors. Organized by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, the conference saw participation from representatives of all States and Union Territories, serving as a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange,…
