Bhubaneswar :* ₹802.9 crore project to ease congestion on the Howrah–Chennai mainline and Paradeep route. * Rail flyover to reduce delays and improve punctuality of passenger and freight trains. * Includes two new river bridges and Kavach-enabled electrified line with 130 kmph speed capacity. In yet another infrastructure boost to Odisha, Hon’ble Minister of Railways…
Taiwan, 25/7: Taiwan President Tsai Ing-wen tested positive for Covid-19 on Tuesday, the Presidential Office said, adding her itinerary for Tuesday afternoon has been cancelled. Tsai felt “minor discomfort” and tested positive after having a rapid test, the office said in a statement. “The president is currently showing mild symptoms and is…
Bhubaneswar, 12/9:Bansidhar and Ila Panda Foundation (BIPF) announces an increase in the Prof. Ghanashyam Dash Scholarship for Higher Education to Rs. 6 LAKHS per recipient. This enhanced limit is effective from year 2022 for fresh awardees. The annual PGDS scholarship is awarded to six meritorious students’ (domicile of Odisha) to facilitate higher education in the…
Washington DC, 17/3: US President Joe Biden calling Russian leader Vladimir Putin a war criminal on Wednesday is “unforgivable”, the Kremlin said as it insisted the war in Ukraine was “going to plan” amid talk of compromise at peace talks. Moscow has yet to capture any of Ukraine’s biggest cities following its invasion…
Jatni: In a shocking and gruesome incident, a youth was called from his house and allegedly murdered in Khordha district of Odisha yesterday night. The gruesome incident took place in front of the Adarsha Vidyalaya in Sandhapur area under Jatni Police Station limits. The deceased has been identified as Manas Dalei of Vikas Nagar under Jatni…
Rome, 27/11: Italy’s government declared a state of emergency on Sunday after a landslide on the southern island of Ischia killed at least one person and left a dozen missing. A wave of mud and debris hit the small town of Casamicciola Terme early Saturday morning, engulfing at least one house and sweeping…
Bhubaneswar, 22/12: Chief Minister Shri Naveen Patnaik today presided over the ground-breaking ceremony for Aditya Alumina Refinery (HINDALCO) and Apparel Unit to be setup by Utkal Alumina Social Welfare Foundation. While the Alumina Refinery is coming up at Kansariguda, the Apparel complex will be set in Phulujuba village, both in Rayagada district. …
New Delhi, 26/8: The Narendra Modi government on Monday announced the creation of five new districts in the union territory of Ladakh, in what the Prime Minister described as a step towards better governance and prosperity. So far, Ladakh had only two districts — Leh and Kargil. The new districts will come into existence after…
New Delhi: India on Saturday shipped a consignment of six-bedded container-based Dialysis Unit to help strengthen the healthcare system of Kiribati, an island country in the central Pacific Ocean. “Standing together with the Pacific Islands family – helping strengthen the healthcare system of Kiribati. Fulfilling India’s commitment made at FIPIC III Summit: a consignment of six-bedded…
Colombo, 17/9: Sri Lanka won the toss and chose to bat first. However, rain has delayed the start of the match. Sri Lanka have emerged as one of the most formidable teams in the tournament over the course of this Asia Cup. Despite missing practically their entire frontline bowling attack, a mix of young bowlers…
