Bhubaneswar: In a significant effort to combat the harmful effects of tobacco, ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India) conducted a series of awareness sessions across villages in Paradeep and Barbil under its “Aarogya” health initiative. These events, organised to mark World No Tobacco Day on May 31, 2024, emphasised the World Health Organisation’s theme of…
Cannes/Bhubaneswar: Filmmaker Biswanath Rath has made history at the 77th Cannes Film Festival by showcasing Odisha’s lesser-known handloom traditions. On his first visit to this prestigious event, Rath launched the posters of his upcoming feature documentary, “Habaspuri Weaving: The Second and Last Death???” This documentary highlights the unique and nearly extinct Habaspuri Handloom tradition from…
A recent study conducted by the Indian Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar reveals that urbanisation is significantly increasing night-time temperatures across over 140 major Indian cities. The research found that temperatures in urban areas rose 60 per cent more at night compared to their rural counterparts, primarily due to the urban heat island (UHI) effect. Cities…
Chandigarh experienced its warmest May in more than 13 years, with temperatures significantly higher than usual, according to the meteorological department. This trend has sparked concerns about the impacts of global warming on the region’s climate. The average maximum temperature in Chandigarh this May was recorded at 40.2°C, the highest since 2011. This surpasses the…
Rajkot: Early Sunday morning, a Special Investigation Team (SIT) convened with local authorities in Rajkot, Gujarat, following a devastating fire at a game zone that resulted in 27 deaths and three injuries. The fire occurred on Saturday evening, affecting many families enjoying summer outings. The victims’ bodies were charred beyond recognition, prompting officials to collect…
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has launched “Let’s Move India,” a campaign aimed at encouraging physical activity and celebrating athletes heading to the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. This initiative invites people across India to participate in a digital challenge by sharing their moves on social media using @OlympicKhel and #LetsMoveIndia. “Let’s Move India” collaborates with…
Mumbai: Tata Motors Passenger Vehicles (TMPV) and Tata Passenger Electric Mobility (TPEM) have teamed up with Bajaj Finance to offer enhanced financing options for authorised dealers of passenger and electric vehicles. This strategic collaboration aims to provide dealers with easier access to funding, bolstering their working capital with minimal collateral requirements. The memorandum of understanding…
Paradeep: ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AMNS India) has launched a community water purification plant in Handia village, Paradeep, as part of its CSR initiative “Project Trupti.” The facility, located in the Nuagarh gram panchayat, aims to provide clean and safe drinking water to local residents. The plant, which features advanced multi-stage treatment technology, includes sand…
New Delhi: The IndiaSkills Competition 2024, the country’s largest skill competition, commenced on May 15 here at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka. Organised by the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE), the event will run until May 19, 2024. Over 900 candidates from more than 30 states and union territories are participating, alongside 400-plus industry experts. During…
Kolkata: ZODIAC, a leading name in premium fashion, has introduced its much-anticipated 2024 Positano Collection, celebrating the essence of the Italian Riviera. Crafted with meticulous attention to detail, the collection features a stunning array of Pure Linen Shirts, sourced from the Normandy region of France. Renowned for producing top-quality fibers, Normandy’s Flax cultivation provides the…
