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State Song of Odisha

What is the State Song of Odisha?

“Bande Utkala Janani” is a revered patriotic poem penned by Laxmikanta Mohapatra in 1912, which has become a symbol of pride for the state of Odisha. Recognized for its profound impact on the state’s cultural and political landscape, it was officially adopted as the state anthem of Odisha on June 7, 2020. The anthem reflects …

Punjab Help Centre Launched at IGI Airport to Assist NRIs

Punjab Help Centre Launched at IGI Airport to Assist NRIs

Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann inaugurated the ‘Punjab Help Centre’ at Terminal 3 of Indira Gandhi International Airport, New Delhi. This makes Punjab the first state in India to establish a dedicated NRI Facilitation Centre, underscoring its commitment to supporting its overseas community. Key Features of the Punjab Help Centre 24×7 Operation: The centre offers …

IIT Indore Develops E-Shoes for Live Location Tracking

IIT Indore Develops E-Shoes for Live Location Tracking

IIT Indore has created advanced shoes incorporating Tribo-Electric Nanogenerator (TENG) technology, which generates electricity from human motion and integrates GPS for real-time location tracking. These shoes, delivered to the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), aim to enhance the safety and efficiency of armed forces personnel and have applications in various other fields. Technology Overview …

Maharashtra Government Approves Logistics Policy 2024

Maharashtra Government Approves Logistics Policy 2024

The Maharashtra government has approved the Logistics Policy 2024, aimed at revolutionizing the state’s logistics infrastructure and generating approximately 500,000 job opportunities. The policy includes the development of over 200 logistics parks, complexes, and truck terminals equipped with advanced facilities. Key Objectives Infrastructure Development: Establish more than 10,000 acres of dedicated logistics infrastructure. Logistics Hubs: …

Toy City of Uttar Pradesh

Which District of Uttar Pradesh is Known as “Toy City”?

Uttar Pradesh, a state in northern India, is known for its rich cultural heritage and vibrant local industries. One of its districts has earned the unique title of “Toy City” due to its long-standing tradition of toy manufacturing. This district not only contributes to the state’s economy but also plays a significant role in preserving …

Nalganga-Wainganga River linking Cost Up ₹34k cr; Launch In A Year

Nalganga-Wainganga River linking Cost Up ₹34k cr; Launch In A Year

The state cabinet on August 6, approved the 426.52-km Wainganga-Nalganga river linking project, with an estimated cost of ₹88,575 crore. This decision is expected to help the BJP in the Vidarbha region in the upcoming assembly elections, as the project will irrigate 3.7 lakh hectare of agricultural land in six districts affected by farmers’ suicide. …

Ministry of Textiles Empowers Ginners To Produce Kasturi Cotton Bharat Brand

Ministry of Textiles Empowers Ginners To Produce Kasturi Cotton Bharat Brand

Kasturi Cotton Bharat programme of Ministry of Textiles is a pioneering effort in traceability, certification and branding of Indian cotton. The details of Kasturi Cotton Bharat program and implementation of block chain technology for traceability. What is Kasturi Bharat initiative? Kasturi Bharat initiative, a collaboration between the Government of India, trade bodies, and industry, was …

RBI Announces Continuous Clearing Of Cheques Under CTS

RBI Announces Continuous Clearing Of Cheques Under CTS

The Reserve Bank has revamped the cheque truncation system (CTS), which currently processes cheques with a clearing cycle of up to two working days, to improve the efficiency of cheque clearing and reduce settlement risk for participants, apart from enhancing customer experience. Transition the CTS from the current approach Accordingly it has decided to transition …