Over 11.45 Lakh Students Participate in Aakash’s National Scholarship Exam ANTHE 2025

Kolkata: Aakash Educational Services Limited (AESL), a leading test preparation institute for aspiring doctors and engineers, successfully conducted its prestigious national scholarship exam — Aakash National Talent Hunt Exam (ANTHE) 2025. This year, the exam witnessed record-breaking participation, with over 11.45 lakh students from across India taking part. AESL announced that more than 1,500 students…

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Odisha’s Government Schools Witness Drop in Enrolment as Parents Turn to Private Institutions

Bhubaneswar: Government schools across Odisha are witnessing a gradual decline in student enrolment over the past few years, as more parents—both in rural and urban areas—are choosing private schools for their children’s education. According to data from the School and Mass Education Department, the state has seen a steady fall in the number of students…

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Government Schools See Sharp Decline in Enrolment as Parents Shift to Private Institutions

New Delhi, Oct 15: Government schools across India are witnessing a steady decline in student enrolment over recent years, as more parents opt for private institutions in search of better educational opportunities for their children. Experts attribute this trend to a combination of demographic shifts, changing parental aspirations, and persistent challenges in public education. According…

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Odisha to Launch ‘Mahila Su Vahak’ Scheme to Empower Women in Transport Sector

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13: In a significant move toward women empowerment, the Odisha government has announced plans to launch the ‘Mahila Su Vahak’ scheme, aimed at encouraging women to take up driving and related professions in the transport sector. The initiative, part of the state’s broader vision for inclusive development, seeks to train, certify, and financially…

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India’s Enterprise Leaders Converge to Shape AI’s Business Future at ‘Making AI Work 2025’

The Economic Times’ ET Enterprise AI Announces Flagship Summit ‘Making AI Work 2025’ to Define India’s Enterprise AI Roadmap BENGALURU, India – The Economic Times’ vertical ET Enterprise AI is hosting its flagship summit, Making AI Work 2025, on October 30, 2025 at Conrad Hotel, Bengaluru. The one-day conference is focused on translating AI pilots…

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India Introduces Biometric Authentication for UPI Payments from October 8

Bhubaneswar: In a major step to simplify digital payments, India will allow users to authorize transactions on the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) using facial recognition and fingerprints, starting Wednesday, according to officials familiar with the matter. Currently, UPI transactions require a Personal Identification Number (PIN) for approval. The new system will link users’ Aadhaar-based biometrics…

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Center Launches ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to Boost Indian Textile Demand

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has launched a nationwide ‘Swadeshi Campaign’ to promote domestic demand for Indian handloom, handicrafts, and textile products. The initiative, spearheaded by the Ministry of Textiles, aims to revive traditional industries and reposition Indian-made fabrics as symbols of pride, heritage, and modern lifestyle. Announcing the campaign, Union Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh…

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Times Black ICICI Bank Credit Cardholders, Powered by Visa, Experience an Iconic Evening at the Red Fort

Luxury Heritage Event, Combines Exclusively Curated Experience, Sufi Performance, and Gourmet High tea at Delhi’s Iconic Red Fort. NEW DELHI – Times Black ICICI Bank credit card, in partnership with Sabhyata Foundation, announces “An Evening at Red Fort,” an exclusive cultural experience designed specifically for Times Black ICICI Bank Credit . This landmark event reimagines…

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar Celebrates 13th Annual Day with Innovation and Compassion

  Achieves Remarkable Milestones in Patient Care and Medical Excellence       Over 11 lakh out-patients treated in the last year      Over 26 lakh ABHA digital e-health records successfully linked Ranked 14th in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025, a leap from 31st in 2021        2nd Best Emerging Medical…

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Bhajanlal Heralded Festive Season with Onset of “Grand Puja Mahotsav” – Apple’s Latest Devices and OPPO’s New Entrant Enthralled Consumers

Kolkata: Bhajanlal Commercial Pvt. Ltd., Eastern India’s most venerated premium retail institution, inaugurated the Grand Puja Mahotsav this morning at 8:00 AM across all its showrooms and online portal www.bhajanlal.in . The occasion witnessed the unveiling of Apple’s much-anticipated iPhone 17 series, the latest Apple Watches and AirPods Pro 3, alongside the debut of OPPO’s…

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