Odisha adopts mission mode approach to ensure long-term water security
Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards sustainable water management and long-term water security, the Odisha Government has stepped up the implementation of its In-Stream Storage Structure (ISS) Scheme under ISS 2.0, adopting a mission-mode approach to conserve monsoon water and...
Royal Bengal Tiger sighted inside Odisha’s Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary
Bhubaneswar: A Royal Bengal Tiger has been sighted inside the Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha's Bargarh district, a forest official said Monday. The tiger was captured on camera and directly sighted by patrolling staff inside the sanctuary after entering through...
Girl dies after collapsing in school in Odisha’s Kendrapada
Kendrapada: A Class XIII student of a state-run school in Odisha's Kendrapada district died Monday after she collapsed when classes were underway, police said. The incident took place at Kamala Adarsha Girls' High School at Ayatan in the district. The...
Indian Navy to hold passing out parade of largest Agniveer batch at INS Chilka Nov 13
New Delhi/Chilika: The Indian Navy will hold the passing out parade of the ninth batch of its Agniveers at INS Chilka November 13, making it the largest batch to pass out from the premier naval training establishment, officials said Monday....
Octogenarian killed over suspected witchcraft in Odisha, two held
Brahmapur: Police in Odisha's Ganjam district have arrested two brothers for allegedly murdering an 80-year-old man on suspicion of practising witchcraft, an officer said Monday. The incident took place on the night of November 4 in Badangi village. The accused,...
PM Modi speaks to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, reiterates India’s commitment to peace
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Monday during which Modi conveyed India's readiness to contribute to all efforts aimed at peaceful resolution of the conflict with Russia. PM Modi also reaffirmed India's human-centric approach and reiterated India's consistent position that the...
Read moreDetailsAt least 14 killed in high-rise building fire in China
Beijing: Fourteen people died while 60 others were evacuated after a fire broke out in a high-rise building in Taiyuan, the capital of China's northern Shanxi Province, local officials said Monday. The fire broke out at 4:59 p.m. Sunday, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Firefighters used high-altitude firefighting equipment to spray water on the fire-hit area near the top of the building in the city's Yingze District to prevent the flames...
Read moreDetailsRussia’s top independent newspaper shuts office after 30 years
Moscow: Novaya Gazeta, Russia's most celebrated independent newspaper, closed its Moscow offices Monday, citing relentless pressure from government officials. It was the last major independent media outlet critical of the Kremlin that remained active in Russia. Others closed or moved their operations abroad after President Vladimir Putin sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022. In a statement published October 30, the newspaper said the Russian authorities and the security services had...
Read moreDetailsIran says two-day Hormuz Strait reopening plan still on table
Tehran: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Monday the country's two-day plan for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is still on the table. "Our position regarding the negotiations is completely clear and transparent. Iran's two-day plan per se is indicative of the country's utmost good faith," Baghaei said at a weekly press conference in Tehran. He added the plan is the "most logical proposal" available, stressing that if...
Read moreDetailsBangladesh rules out Hasina’s return, calls recent activities ‘political posturing’
Dhaka: The Bangladesh government Monday said deposed prime minister Sheikh Hasina has no intention of returning to the country and her recent activities are "merely political posturing". The remarks were made by Chief Prosecutor Md Aminul Islam amid reports that Hasina has sought a new passport and national identity card to facilitate her return from India, where she has been living since fleeing Bangladesh in August 2024 following a student-led uprising...
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Suraj reviews preparations; 8 Odisha players in U20 Rugby squad
Bhubaneswar: Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj Monday reviewed the preparations for hosting the Asia Rugby Emirates U20 Sevens Championship 2026, scheduled to be held at Kalinga Stadium here November 14 and 15. The championship is being jointly organised by Rugby India; Sports and Youth Services Department, Government of Odisha, and Odisha Rugby Football Association. A...
Puri gears up for India’s first road-sand marathon
Puri: The sacred coastal city of Puri is preparing to welcome running enthusiasts and elite athletes from across the country and beyond for the Puri Coastal Marathon, India's first-ever road-plus-sand marathon, scheduled to take place December 13. The event promises to redefine the marathon experience in India, with an impressive 1 crore total prize purse up for...
At least 14 killed in high-rise building fire in China
Beijing: Fourteen people died while 60 others were evacuated after a fire broke out in a high-rise building in Taiyuan, the capital of China's northern Shanxi Province, local officials said Monday. The fire broke out at 4:59 p.m. Sunday, state-run Xinhua news agency reported. Firefighters used high-altitude firefighting equipment to spray water on the fire-hit area near...
Odisha adopts mission mode approach to ensure long-term water security
Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards sustainable water management and long-term water security, the Odisha Government has stepped up the implementation of its In-Stream Storage Structure (ISS) Scheme under ISS 2.0, adopting a mission-mode approach to conserve monsoon water and ensure its availability throughout the year. The Water Resources Department has undertaken 89 projects in four phases...
India, EU resolve to boost tech and investment ties ahead of sealing of landmark trade deal
New Delhi: Weeks ahead of inking of a mega trade pact, India and European Union (EU) Monday vowed to boost their ties in trade and investment, quantum technologies, semiconductors and biotechnology to deliver "mutually beneficial and transformative" outcomes. The two sides also agreed to work towards conclusion of the proposed investment protection agreement and the pact on...
Russia’s top independent newspaper shuts office after 30 years
Moscow: Novaya Gazeta, Russia's most celebrated independent newspaper, closed its Moscow offices Monday, citing relentless pressure from government officials. It was the last major independent media outlet critical of the Kremlin that remained active in Russia. Others closed or moved their operations abroad after President Vladimir Putin sent troops into Ukraine in February 2022. In a statement...
India, EU resolve to boost tech and investment ties ahead of sealing of landmark trade deal
New Delhi: Weeks ahead of inking of a mega trade pact, India and European Union (EU) Monday vowed to boost their ties in trade and investment, quantum technologies, semiconductors and biotechnology to deliver "mutually beneficial and transformative" outcomes. The two sides also agreed to work towards conclusion of the proposed investment protection agreement and the pact on...
Iran says two-day Hormuz Strait reopening plan still on table
Tehran: Iran's Foreign Ministry spokesman Esmaeil Baghaei said Monday the country's two-day plan for the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz is still on the table. "Our position regarding the negotiations is completely clear and transparent. Iran's two-day plan per se is indicative of the country's utmost good faith," Baghaei said at a weekly press conference in...
PM Modi speaks to Ukrainian President Zelenskyy, reiterates India’s commitment to peace
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi had a telephonic conversation with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy Monday during which Modi conveyed India's readiness to contribute to all efforts aimed at peaceful resolution of the conflict with Russia. PM Modi also reaffirmed India's human-centric approach and reiterated India's consistent position that the conflict must be resolved through dialogue and...
Royal Bengal Tiger sighted inside Odisha’s Debrigarh wildlife sanctuary
Bhubaneswar: A Royal Bengal Tiger has been sighted inside the Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha's Bargarh district, a forest official said Monday. The tiger was captured on camera and directly sighted by patrolling staff inside the sanctuary after entering through the Dechuan-Lakhanpur forest area, said Anshu Pragyan Das, Divisional Forest Officer (DFO) of the Hirakud Wildlife Division....
