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Mohan Charan Majhi Cabinet: Here is the full list of Odisha ministers
Mohan Charan Majhi, a tribal leader, took oath as Odisha's next chief minister today. Joining him are two deputy chief ministers. Speculation surrounds the composition of the new cabinet, with names of potential ministers circulating. The BJP's victory ended the 24-year rule of the Biju Janata Dal, securing 78 out of 147 seats in the assembly polls.
If 'double engine' government formed in Odisha, bulldozers to be used against mafia: Yogi Adityanath
Yogi Adityanath, BJP leader, vows to use bulldozers against mafia in Odisha if 'double engine' government formed. Criticizes ruling BJD for pushing state back and playing politics with youths' future.
Navy chief reviews passing-out parade of third batch of Agniveers
Chief of Naval Staff Admiral R Hari Kumar reviewed the passing-out parade of the third batch of Agniveers at INS Chilika. The parade marked the successful completion of training for approximately 2,600 Agniveers, including women. Admiral Kumar praised the Agniveers for their performance in marksmanship and weapons training, noting their high motivation and confidence. He highlighted the determination of women Agniveers, noting their lower dropout rates compared to male counterparts.
Cheap, yet, exotic places catch Indians' fancy
Internationally, destinations like Vietnam are fast gaining popularity among Indian families, thanks to better accessibility and connectivity with direct flights and faster e-visa processing, according to travel industry insiders.
Armed forces detail recruitment plan for Agnipath, explain why scheme was rolled out
The officials explained that the Agnipath scheme was designed after considering various factors including exit and entry avenues of various countries, retirement ages, etc. The scheme has been designed to create an ideal mix of youthfulness and experience in the armed forces.
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Vizag-bound Malaysian cargo ship drifts to Odisha coast, sparks security concern
The ship was caught in a storm in the Bay of Bengal and drifted towards Odisha before landing at the Rajhans Island, police said.
Cyclone Fani leaves 12 dead in Odisha, relief work underway
Around 2,000 emergency workers, along with civil society organisations, personnel of the NDRF.
Beach Bounty: India will soon have 17 coastal tourism circuits jostling for attention
India can become a hot destination for beach tourism and the govt says there are about 200 beaches with tourism potential.
Water aerodrome proposal gets Civil Aviation Ministry nod
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) issued regulations in June this year, prescribing procedures and requirement for licencing of water aerodromes.
Mumbai soon to get its set of floating restaurants
Mumbai's skyline may be as spectacular and glitzy as that of any maximum city by the sea but options to see it from the waters have been nonexistent till now.
Dharmendra Pradhan launches Rs 5,000cr national seismic programme in Mahanadi Basin
The massive 2D seismic survey, which will cost the government more than Rs 5,000 crore, has been launched here on Mahanadi basin (onshore) in Odisha.
Stress on aesthetic coastal highway design: NHAI
The NHAI was also advised to share the plan with the respective departments and collectors for their considered inputs, an official statement said.
Vanishing wetlands: Indiscriminate development & poor regulation are wrecking a critical piece of India's ecology
Rather than the large wetlands, it is a complete absence of regulation for smaller ones that is playing havoc with this ecosystem, says PA Azeez, director, SACON.
Process for revising framework for wetlands initiated: Government
Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar said that the government is also mulling upgrading the existing Wetland Research and Training Centre.
Bhubaneswar, Indore, Ahmedabad, Kochi are India's new startup destinations
Away from the metros and India’s Silicon Valley, a quiet revolution is brewing in tier-II cities, which are hosting cutting-edge ideas.
Surveillance in Odisha district after bird flu in Andhra Pradesh
Surveillance has been intensified in poultry firms of Ganjam district following outbreak of bird flu in neighbouring Andhra Pradesh and Telangana.
Haryana girl to lead Indian Navy in Republic Day parade
Sandhya Chauhan, a lieutenant commander, will lead the Navy's 147-member mixed contingent of sailors and three officers.
Enchanting Odisha: Of dolphins and deities
An idyllic boatride on Chilika Lake, darshan of Lord Jagannath at Puri and Konark's magnificence, little wonder that someone gets enchanted by Odisha
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