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Cyclone Dana, currently approaching the Odisha and West Bengal coasts

Bhubaneswar: 23/10/24:The Director General of the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Mrutyunjay Mohapatra, has confirmed that Cyclone Dana, currently approaching the Odisha and West Bengal coasts, is weaker than the devastating Cyclone Amphan of 2020. Cyclone Dana is expected to make landfall near Bhitarkanika and Dhamara in Odisha between the night of October 24 and the morning of October 25, with ...

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Five important proposals have been approved by Odisha cabinet and modifications have been approved in Subhadra Yojana

Bhubaneswar23/10/2 4: Five important proposals have been approved by Odisha cabinet on Wednesday said reports, and modifications have been approved in Subhadra Yojana. On 22nd August, 2024, the Odisha State Cabinet approved Subhadra flagship scheme to financially empower women, and provide safety nets to them and their families with a budget allocation of Rs. 55,825 crores for 5 years. To ...

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IFFI 2024 celebrates Australia’s Rich Film Traditions and Vibrant Cinema Culture

Mumbai:23/10/24:The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting is proud to announce that Australia has been nominated as the “Country of Focus” at the 55th edition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI), to be held in Goa from 20th November to 28th November 2024. This special recognition aims to celebrate the dynamic contributions of Australian cinema to the global film industry, ...

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Prime Minister participates in the 16th BRICS Summit

Kazan:23/10/24:Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the 16th BRICS Summit held under Russia’s Chairship, in Kazan today. The BRICS leaders had productive discussions including on strengthening multilateralism, countering terrorism, fostering economic growth, pursing sustainable development, and bringing the spotlight on the concerns of the Global South. The leaders welcomed the 13 new BRICS partner countries. ​Prime Minister addressed two ...

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Department of Posts starts a proof of concept for transmission of mail through drone

Newdelhi:23/10/24:Keeping pace with the latest developments in the Courier Express & Parcel (CEP) market, the Department of Posts has started a proof of concept (POC) on 21st October 2024 for transmission of mail through drone between Chowkham Post Office (PO) and Wakro Branch Post Office (BO) located in Namsai and Lohit district, respectively of Arunachal Pradesh, when a drone from ...

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Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP): A Journey Towards Affordable Healthcare

A significant transformation occurred in India’s healthcare landscape with the launch of the “Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana” (PMBJP) in November 2016. This initiative aims to provide high-quality generic medicines at affordable prices, making essential healthcare accessible to all citizens. By ensuring that quality does not come at a premium, PMBJP is dedicated to improving health outcomes and promoting health equity across the ...

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Meeting of Prime Minister with Mr. Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China on the margins of the 16th BRICS Summit

Kazan  :23/10/24: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi met with Mr. Xi Jinping, President of the People’s Republic of China, on the sidelines of the 16th BRICS Summit at Kazan on 23 October 2024. Welcoming the recent agreement for complete disengagement and resolution of issues that arose in 2020 in the India-China border areas, Prime Minister Modi underscored the importance of ...

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Ahead of Cyclone ‘DANA,’ Paradip Port Authority Implements Precautionary Measures

Bhubaneswar:23/10/24:As Cyclone “DANA” draws near, anticipated to affect Paradip Port on October 24th and 25th, 2024, the Paradip Port Authority has initiated a series of precautionary measures to ensure safety and minimize potential disruptions. The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings about the cyclone, prompting swift action from port authorities to protect both assets and personnel. In preparation for the ...

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Odisha government has kept around 500 temporary shelters ready ahead of forecasted Cyclone ‘Dana’:Suresh Pujari

Bhubaneswar:22/10/24: The Odisha government has kept around 500 temporary shelters ready ahead of forecasted Cyclone ‘Dana’, said Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari today .“A total of 250 relief centers have been reviewed and prepared for use. Additionally, 500 temporary shelters, including schools and colleges, have been readied. Evacuated residents will be provided with cooked food and medical services. ...

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Retired IPS officer Lalit Das has been appointed as the Chairman of Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission

Bhubaneswar:22/10/24: Retired IPS officer Lalit Das has been appointed as the Chairman of Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC), it was officially announced on Tuesday Das, who was an Odisha cadre IPS officer of 1992-batch, served as Chief of Human Rights Protection Cell (HRPC) of the state police. Promoted to the rank of Special DG of Police in March 2024, ...

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