Odisha CM Mohan Majhi launches Godabarish Mishra Adarsh Primary School scheme, laying foundation for 118 schools. A Rs 12,000 crore initiative aims to build 2,200 model primary schools. Read more.
Apple growers in Himachal Pradesh stage protest at HPMC office, alleging harassment and unfair practices. Demands include immediate action against officials.
Crops in Uttarkashi's Rawai valley dry up after 3 months without rain. Farmers face huge losses as pea and wheat plants wither. Officials urge use of irrigation.
Odisha government finalizes the Bhubaneswar-Cuttack-Puri-Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER) plan, a key pillar for Viksit Odisha 2036. The corridor aims to boost the state's economy to $1.5 trillion by 2047. Read more.
Odisha government greenlights 55 new hotel & resort projects worth Rs 3,211 crore since July 2024, adding 3,800+ rooms. Major brands like Hyatt & Marriott to expand in Bhubaneswar, Puri & tribal areas.
Nicole Kidman shares emotional New Year moment with daughters in Sydney after divorce from Keith Urban. Details on co-parenting plan and her positive outlook.
Mangaluru's Kadri Park is set to bloom with a spectacular flower show starting January 23. The main attraction will be artistic creations made entirely from flowers. Don't miss it!
Mangaluru gears up for a vibrant Fruit & Flower Show at Kadri Park from Jan 23-26. See 15,000 blooms, honey exhibits, and more. Entry fee Rs 30 for adults.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi intervenes, asks OPSC to fill 151 additional vacancies in state civil services for 2025 exam after job aspirants' resentment. Details inside.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi's 2025 focused on jobs, ports & Rs 16 lakh crore investments. See how his admin balanced ambition with course-correction. Read the full analysis.
Gujarat retains its top spot as India's leading okra producer. Discover how Saurashtra-Kutch's farming success will be showcased at the Vibrant Gujarat Regional Conference.
Former HPCC chief Kuldeep Rathore meets Governor, urges PM Modi to reverse 50% to 25% apple import duty cut under NZ trade pact, fearing massive losses for state's horticulture sector.
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan announced a Rs 65 crore insurance payout, a Rs 100 crore Clean Plant Centre, and a roadmap to make Uttarakhand India's horticulture capital at Gauchar event.
A Kashmir assembly committee investigates the alarming link between decades of pesticide use in apple orchards and rising malignant brain tumour cases among workers. Urgent policy action is demanded.
Kashmir's apple growers face mounting losses from climate shocks, but the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana fails to provide a safety net. Discover the data and design hurdles crippling horticulture insurance.
Odisha's Mukhyamantri Bus Seva Yojana offers free bus travel to 15 lakh school students from April 2025. Learn about eligibility, application, and benefits.
Himachal Education Minister Rohit Thakur condemns the Centre's decision to slash import duty on NZ apples from 50% to 25%, warning it threatens the state's Rs 5,000-crore apple economy.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida virtually inaugurated 491 new Anganwadi centres, a key step in the state's mission to empower women and children. Discover the government's vision for a robust early childhood ecosystem.
Odisha govt rolls out new policies to accelerate the Bhubaneswar–Cuttack–Puri–Paradip Economic Region (BCPPER), projected to contribute 33% of state GSDP by 2047. Read details on the mega development plan.
Ranchi Municipal Corporation initiates major green patch development and beautification work at 24 locations to enhance city aesthetics and environmental balance before the New Year.
Panjab University inaugurated its 16th Chrysanthemum Exhibition, showcasing 4,200 plants. VC Renu Vig launched the 5-day floral event promoting environmental awareness.
ICAR-NRCB Trichy's Farmers' Day highlighted AI, IoT for banana cultivation. Over 800 attended, discussing tech adoption & value addition to boost India's horticultural output. Read more.
Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha's rooftop gardening initiative struggles in Jeypore with only 18 households enrolled. Lack of awareness and technical guidance cited as major hurdles. Read more.
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
A major coconut development workshop in Udupi's Kundapur taluk on Jan 12 will showcase tech, products & incentives for farmers. Learn about robotic harvesters, value addition & more.
Post Graduate Institute of Medical Education & Research, Chandigarh, shines at the 50th Delhi Rose Festival, winning 17 awards. Discover how their garden stole the show!
The 38th Chrysanthemum Show in Chandigarh concluded as a zero-waste event, featuring vibrant floral displays, eco-stalls, and cultural performances. Read about the prize ceremony and sustainable initiatives.