In an exclusive interview with ANI, Bill Gates, renowned philanthropist and co-chair of the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, praised India as a global leader in vaccines and highlighted the country’s significant strides in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Gates expressed his optimism about India’s future, emphasizing the remarkable rate of improvement across various…
A tense atmosphere enveloped Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) in Delhi as clashes broke out between members of the Akhil Bharatiya Vidyarthi Parishad (ABVP) and Left-backed groups, resulting in three students sustaining injuries. The altercation, which occurred on Thursday night, originated from disagreements over the selection of election committee members at the School of Languages. According…
Following complaints of spreading hatred and communal disharmony, the News Broadcasting & Digital Standards Authority (NBDSA), under the leadership of retired Supreme Court judge Justice AK Sikri, has imposed fines on Times Now Navbharat and News18 India, while issuing a warning to Aaj Tak. The regulatory body, responding to complaints lodged by activist Indrajeet Ghorpade,…
Recognizing outstanding contributions to the performing arts, the Sangeet Natak Akademi in New Delhi has bestowed honors upon six distinguished Odia artists for the years 2022 and 2023. Among them, notable vocalist and scholar Sangita Gosain will be honored with the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award for her remarkable contributions to Odissi music in 2023….
Sridhar Ramaswamy, an Indian-origin tech leader, has assumed the role of Chief Executive Officer and Board Member at Snowflake, a prominent US-based data cloud company. Ramaswamy, formerly the Senior Vice President of AI at Snowflake, steps into the CEO position following the retirement of Frank Slootman, who will continue serving as Chairman of the Board….
In response to recent claims of internal divisions within the organization made by former officials Janneke Schopman and Elena Norman, Hockey India (HI) has vehemently denied these allegations, emphasizing its commitment to unity and the welfare of Indian hockey. The governing body released a joint statement by HI President Dilip Tirkey and Secretary General Bhola…
In a tug-of-war over electricity supply, Andhra Pradesh has stirred controversy by extending power to Raipahad village in the Nandapur block of Koraput district. This move has escalated the ongoing border dispute between the two states, leaving the district administration and locals in a quandary. Despite the efforts of Tata Power South Odisha Distribution Ltd…
In an endeavor to foster educational growth and youth empowerment, Odisha’s Chairman of 5T, Kartik Pandian, spearheaded the distribution of Nua-O scholarships and unveiled the upcoming “Nabin Odisha Magic Card” initiative. The ceremonial launch, aligned with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik’s vision, unfolded in Khordha and Begunia on February 28. The Nua-O Scholarship Distribution Programme witnessed…
Tech luminary and philanthropist, Bill Gates, graced Bhubaneswar with his presence, embarking on a journey to witness and support the urban development initiatives of the Odisha government. Gates’ visit, marked by interactions with locals and officials, underscores a shared commitment towards uplifting communities and fostering inclusive growth. Arriving in the Odisha capital on Tuesday night,…
In a scathing rebuke, the Supreme Court of India has chastised Patanjali Ayurved, co-owned by yoga guru Ramdev, and the central government for disseminating misleading advertisements. Justices Ahsanuddin Amanullah and Prashant Kumar Mishra, leading the bench, condemned the company’s dissemination of “false” and “misleading” claims about its medicines across electronic and print media, accusing the…
