In a significant move to address growing concerns among young government employees about their pension benefits, the Indian government has launched the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS). This new scheme seeks to enhance income stability and family security for central government employees by integrating key features from both the Old Pension Scheme (OPS) and the National…
The highly anticipated Subhadra Yojana, a flagship initiative of the Mohan Majhi government, is set to see its first instalment disbursed on September 17, coinciding with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday. The program, aimed at empowering women, has been lauded by the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) as a game-changer for women’s welfare. However, it…
Ronaldo’s Foray into YouTube Cristiano Ronaldo, one of the most iconic figures in football, has recently expanded his influence beyond the pitch, venturing into the world of YouTube. With a career spanning decade and a global fan base that transcends borders, Ronaldo’s entry into the video-sharing platform marks a significant milestone in his already illustrious…
On August 22, Prime Minister Narendra Modi, following talks with his Polish counterpart Donald Tusk in Warsaw, made a statement that underscored India’s stance on the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict: “It is India’s firm belief that no problem can be solved on the battlefield. In any crisis, the loss of lives of innocent people has become…
India is set to finally begin its long-delayed population census in September, according to a report by Reuters. Originally scheduled for 2021, the decennial exercise was postponed due to the Covid-19 pandemic. This critical survey will fill significant data gaps that have persisted into Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s third term. A Long-Awaited Exercise Two government…
Dr. Digendranath Swain, a prominent space scientist from Odisha, has been awarded the prestigious Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar: Vigyan Yuva- Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar for 2024 in Space Science and Technology. President Droupadi Murmu presented the award, which includes a Medallion and Sanad, at Rashtrapati Bhavan. Recognition of Excellence in Science In the inaugural edition of the…
First visit to Poland by Indian PM in 45 years · India seeks to diversify defence suppliers · Modi says India willing to help to end Ukraine war As Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Poland, discussions focused on deepening defense industry cooperation, reflecting Poland’s strategic interest in India’s military modernization and diversification away from Russian suppliers….
In a dramatic turn of events, the West Bengal government removed Suhrita Paul, the newly appointed principal of RG Kar Medical College, just days after her appointment. This decision followed mounting pressure from protesting medical students, who were outraged by the tragic rape and murder of a junior doctor on the hospital premises earlier this…
In a significant move to support the biodiesel industry, the Odisha government, led by the BJP, has approved an exemption for methanol (methyl alcohol) used in biodiesel production. The decision, made during a state cabinet meeting on August 7 chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, exempts methanol from both import fees and excise duty. This…
A catastrophic explosion at a pharmaceutical plant in Andhra Pradesh has claimed 17 lives and left nearly 40 others injured. The blast, which occurred on August 22, has devastated the region, prompting extensive rescue efforts and a high-level inquiry into the incident. Ongoing Rescue Operations Hampered by Dense Smoke Rescue operations were immediately launched at…
