As per the decision taken at the Cabinet meeting, chaired by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, the state government will spend Rs 730 crore for the purpose.
The Cabinet has approved financial assistance towards provisioning of uniform for all 70 lakh SHG members across the state and more than 1.5 lakh Executive Committee (EC) members of Gram Panchayat Level Federations (GPLFs), Block Level Federations (BLFs) & District Level Federations (DLFs) and Management Committee (MC) members of Area Level Federations (ALFs) under ULBs with a budgetary allocation of Rs. 730 crore during the FY 2023-24.
The financial assistance to all Mission Shakti SHG members at Rs.1,000 per SHG member will be provided to purchase uniform of choice as per their group decision.
Mission Shakti, spearheaded by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, has evolved to empower women and redefine their societal roles, transforming SHGs into formidable forces driving economic growth and social change.
Under the 5T initiative of the state, Mission Shakti has become a vibrant women empowerment model in the country. The State Government’s commitment to women’s empowerment via Mission Shakti has boosted their entry into sunrise sectors, fostering economic independence, said department secretary Sujata R Karthikeyan.
Investments in SHG infrastructure and innovative convergence models among state departments have bolstered women’s entrepreneurial efforts.
]]>Organised by British Women in Sarees (BWIS), the mega event was supported by the Inspiring Indian Women Group. Led by BWIS’s founder president Dr Dipti Jain, the Saree Walkathon kickstarted from historic Trafalgar Square and went through Downing Street to picturesque Parliament Square. The programme ended with paying tribute to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi. More than 700 women from 16 states of India participated in the spectacular cultural extravaganza. Unusual interest, unexpected enthusiasm and unprecedented excitement were clearly visible among the participants.
A contingent of 25 members from Odisha also took part in the grand jamboree to celebrate the proud heritage of their state under the leadership of Dr Renuka Jena. The unique and uncommon sight of ladies walking in royal style wearing dazzling handloom sarees from Odisha like Bomkai, Dolabedi, Sambalpuri, Khandua, Passapali, Gopalpur Tussar and Kotapad was indeed memorable.
The walkers in the Odisha group included the co-ordinator Dr Renuka Jena, Monalisa Senapati, Swatee Rekha, Reena Meher, Rasmita Patro, Tanaya Sen, Geeta Chandra, Sonica Goel, Priyadarshinee Sahoo, Banita Raut, Dr Usha Rout, Niharika Sahoo, Dr Lipi Pradhan, Dr Sanjukta Das, Dr Indermeet Sawhney, Pragnya Arihan, Madhusmita Jena, Kinjal Patel, Kanaklata Patel, Krishna Kar, Rashmi Mishra, Geetika Gohe, Sagarika Mohanty, Mamta Mishra and Madhushree Ghosh. Budding Photographer Akshita Brahma captured the myriad moments of the walkathon.
The participants were cheered and abundantly complimented by bystanders during their entire journey. The cultural attaché of the Indian High Commission in London Nandita Sahu was the chief guest. The motto of the Saree Walkathon is to promote and popularise the handicrafts and handlooms of India and provide patronage to the weavers and artisans. The organisers declared that the proceeds of the Walkathon will be donated for the development of weavers clusters in India. The special attractions of the supersonic show were the recital of a song based on the essence and fragrance of India from Kashmir to Kanyakumari at Downing Street and the presentation of the popular Odia musical number Rangabati at Parliament Square.
]]>The Indian team will start their campaign in Limburg, where they will face off against China on 16 July 2023. Thereafter, the Indian team will be up against hosts Germany on July 18 and July 19 in Wiesbaden and Russelsheim respectively. The Indian team will utilize this tour to prepare for the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023.
The Indian team will then fly to Terrassa, Spain on July 20 for the 100th Anniversary Spanish Hockey Federation – International Tournament. They will open their campaign against hosts Spain on July 25. Up next for the Indian Team will be Republic of South Africa on July 27. On July 28, they will their last group match against England.
The team will be led by goalkeeper Savita while Deep Grace Ekka has been named the Vice-Captain. The Indian squad has been training at the National Coaching Camp at SAI Centre in Bengaluru.
Speaking ahead of the Indian team’s departure, Indian Women’s Hockey Team Captain Savita said, “We are really looking forward to this tour. Playing against quality sides in the lead up to the Asian Games will give us a good learning experience. These matches will be really important for us as we prepare for the upcoming Asian Games. Having worked on our strengths and weaknesses in the last few months, we will aim to give our best in Germany and Spain.”
Meanwhile, Indian Women’s Hockey Team Vice-Captain Deep Grace Ekka said, “We have carried out rigorous training sessions over the last few weeks. The preparations have been really good, and our previous performances will be a massive confidence booster for the players. We will look to replicate the same in our matches in Germany and Spain.”
Schedule of the Indian Tour of Germany:
July 16, India Vs China at 1930 hrs IST.
July 18, India vs Germany at 1430 hrs IST.
July 19, India vs Germany at 2100 hrs IST.
Schedule for 100th Anniversary Spanish Hockey Federation – International Tournament and broadcast details:
July 25, India Vs Spain at 2130 hrs IST.
July 27, India vs Republic of South Africa at 1630 hrs IST.
Chasing 115 on a sluggish pitch after Bangladesh were restricted to a below-par 114/5, India lost Shafali Verma and Jemimah Rodrigues early in the power-play. But Harmanpreet, who was dropped on 24, made full use of the reprieve to hit six fours and two sixes in her unbeaten knock of 54 at a strike rate of 154.29.
She also shared a decisive 70-run partnership with Smriti Mandhana, who made a 34-ball 38, for India to seal the win with 22 balls to spare. The win also means that India have taken 1-0 lead in the three-game series, with the next game to be held on Tuesday.
India suffered an early jolt when young pacer Marufa Akhter found some swing to trap Shafali Verma lbw for a two-ball duck in the opening over. After Smriti got off the mark with a backfoot cut for four, Jemimah was elegant in placing her on-drive and square cut for a brace of fours off Marufa.
But in an attempt to cut off Sultana Khatun in the fourth over, Jemimah tried to cut off the delivery, but the ball stayed low and lack of pace on it took the inside edge to crash into the stumps.
Smriti and Harmanpreet were in good nick, by getting boundaries regularly. While Smriti was great in her cuts, lofts and pulls, Harmanpreet varied between using her feet to drive and loft against spinners while also employing the sweep and pull to good effect.
After Sultana made a mess of an attempt to have Harmanpreet caught out on 24, the Indian skipper hoicked and swept Rabeya Khan for six and four respectively.
Though Smriti was stumped from behind off Sultana by a sharp turning delivery, Harmanpreet got her 11th T20I fifty with a massive slog-sweep for six off Salma Khatun and finished off the chase in style with a swipe through the leg-side for four.
Brief scores:
Bangladesh 114/5 in 20 overs (Shorna Akter 28 not out, Sobhana Mostary 23; Pooja Vastrakar 1-16, Shafali Verma 1-18) lost to India 118/3 in 16.2 overs (Harmanpreet Kaur 54 not out, Smriti Mandhana 38; Sultana Khatun 2-25, Marufa Akter 1-18) by seven wickets
]]>The official claims that the accused Gehlot, who lived in Mitraon village, went to see the woman on February 9 at her Uttam Nagar home, where she shared a home with her younger sister.
Gehlot remained there for two to three hours before the two of them traveled to the Nizammudin train station. They arrived at ISBT, Kashmere Gate, but shifted their plans to Himachal Pradesh when they were unable to obtain tickets to Goa, according to the officer.
“When the pair arrived at ISBT, they started arguing. Gehlot claims that receiving back-to-back calls from his family during the fight pushed him over the edge and caused him to become aggressive.
Around eight in the morning on February 10, he then strangled Nikki inside the vehicle using the data cord from his mobile phone.
The murder occurred close to the Kashmiri Gate area, and Gehlot, a B. Pharma graduate, drove 45 kilometers with the body to his dhaba in the village of Mitraon. There, he placed it in a refrigerator and continued with his February 10 wedding.
Police have not yet confirmed the accused’s admission, and the investigation team is presently reviewing CCTV video of the whole path to determine the crime’s progression.
]]>According to sources, a scuffle ensued between workers of the saffron party and police when the former took out a huge rally from Ashapali School and were waylaid while attempting to gherao the Collector’s office. Jayanarayan, who is also the Leader of Opposition in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, was seen shouting at the Dhanupali police station IIC Anitarani Pradhan and threatening to slap her.
In the video, the cop can also be seen instinctively raising her hands at the MLA after being pushed. “He started hurling abuses at me and then slapped me as I was trying to make my way out and allow male cops to take charge as the women activities of the BJP had withdrawn and their male colleagues had joined the protest,” she said, adding that she would lodge a complaint against Jayanarayan at Town police station.
The legislator, however, claimed that the woman IIC had intentionally shoved him and also alleged that she was involved in corrupt practices. “She stomped on my feet and pushed me twice. First when we reached the spot and again when I mocked her for being a corrupt officer,” he told the media.
Jayanarayan also questioned the behaviour of police toward the Leader of Opposition. “I was initially sitting on a chair. I stood up seeing the women activists being mistreated by police. We were here to protest against the deteriorating law and order situation and this incident clearly indicates the prevailing atmosphere in the state. I suspect that she might have acted at someone’s behest,” he added.
Sambalpur SP Battula Gangadhar told the media that he has sought a report on the incident on basis of which an inquiry will be conducted and accordingly action will be taken.
]]>Inaugurating the meet, Bhubaneswar MLA Ananta Narayan Jena said, “Hockey is our national sport and we should foster the spirit of hockey.”
Vice-Chancellor of RD University Prof. Aparajita Chowdhury stressed the spirt of hockey in Odisha and the entire country. She further pointed out that first time the Inter University Women’s Hockey Championship has been organized and it has healded in a new era in the age of sports.
Hockey is a game for all. Not only men but also women have all rights to play hockey with all their hearts and dedication, said Prof. Sabita Acharya, Vice-chancellor of Utkal University.
How women’s hockey can be promoted not only Odisha, but also globally should be the prime motto.Odisha has been blessed with great hockey playerssince the years and so Higher Education department, Govt of Odisha has been taking promising steps for the promotion of women’s hockey championship, Prof Prafulla Kumar Mohanty, Vice-Chancellor, Khallikote University, Berhampur asserted.
Former Indian Hockey Team Captain and Hockey India President DilipTirkey and former women’s hockey captain Jagdishnita Kullu stand as inspiration for all the hockey players of Odisha. Odisha is doing well on the front of hockey in the national level, stated Paulina Surin, former international hockey player.
On the first day, there were three matches between RD University and Fakir Mohan University; Sambalpur University and Maharaj Shree Rama Chandra University; and Shri Jagannath Sanskrit University and KIIT University.
]]>According to authorities, Sahu was discovered with a gamcha hanging from a tree on the jail grounds and was transported to Kantabanji Sub-divisional Hospital, where medics proclaimed him dead. Sahu was supposed to appear in front of the JMFC court.
Mamita, a native of Balangir’s Turekela block, was employed as a teacher at the Sunshine English Medium School in Mahaling, Kalahandi district. On October 8, 2021, the 24-year-old instructor went missing. Mamita’s family members filed a police report, alleging that the school’s management committee head, Sahu, was involved in her abduction. On October 19, Mamita’s burnt bones were discovered at the construction site of a stadium near the school.
Sahu was later arrested for kidnapping and killing Mamita with the assistance of his driver, Radheshyam Chandi.
Sahu allegedly met Mamita in Chandotara on October 8. He then drove her to Bhawanipatna for some shopping. Later, both went to the Manikeswari temple, and on the way back, he strangled her to death in the back seat of the automobile.
Ranjit Sahu, the principal of Mahaling College, and Kruti Chandan, a member of the management committee, were detained earlier this month on suspicion of influencing witnesses in the murder case. ]]>
A collection of 205 poems, the book has elaborately captured the feelings and emotions of human being and made an in-depth inquiry into death and its relation to life. It also highlights natural phenomena and life in general.
Speaking on the occasion, the Governor appreciated Ruchika’s contribution to English literature and said poem is the most powerful form of literary expression.
“Although humans are part of nature, human activity is often understood as a separate category from other natural phenomena. Since time immemorial, nature has inspired and uplifted human beings and many great poets have tried to pay their homage through words. From the heavenly sight of a land full of daffodils to the beauty of birds and bumblebees, I have tried to capture the beauty and joy of our nature in my poetry,” elated Ruchika said.
Her debut poetry book ‘The Epicentric Lyric’ comprising 200 poems published by Namya Press of New Delhi in 2021, has been creating waves in the literary world. Her art of storytelling through poems is absolutely phenomenal and empowering.
She is currently preparing for the NEET (Medical) examination at Bhubaneswar. Her maternal uncle and aunt were present during release of the book.
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Yashwant Sinha former AITC leader, has been unanimously chosen as common candidate of UPA and other opposition parties for 2022 Presidential Election while Draupadi Murmu is the official nominee of the BJP-led National Democratic Alliance for the 2022 presidential election.
Talking about Draupadi Murmu , She will be the first President born in Independent India if get’s elected. At 64, she will be the youngest occupant of Rashtrapati Bhavan.
She is younger by a month to the sixth President Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy who was 64 years and two months when he took office. President Reddy was born on May 19, 1913.
On July 18, the day of the election, Murmu will be 64 years and one month; she was born on June 20, 1958.
Also she will be the first President born in a tribal family and the second woman to hold the First Citizen’s office after Pratibha Patil if she wins the election.
Let’s look into some unique facts regarding previous Presidents of India.
The other President to be born in Odisha was Varahagiri Venkata Giri or in short named V V Giri, a Telugu born in Brahmapur. He took the chair of president’s on 24th August 1969 and served as the 4th president of India till 24th August 1974 . He also served as the 3rd vice president of india from 13 May 1967 to 3 May 1969.
Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy, another Telugu, is the only President to be elected unopposed. Reddy served the sixth president of India having the shortest tenure as Lok Sabha Speaker before being elected to the Presidency. He served from 25 July 1977 to 25 July 1982.
He is also the first chief minister (Andhra Pradesh) elected President. The other two chief ministers elected Presidents were Giani Zail Singh from Punjab and Dr Shankar Dayal Sharma from Madhya Pradesh .
Ramaswamy Venkataraman and Pranab Mukherjee both served as India’s finance and defence ministers before becoming President as none other President worked for the stated department.
It is Dr Rajendra Prasad, the only President to serve two terms from . He remained in the office from 26th January 1950 till 13th May 1962 .It was in 1957, Prasad was re-elected to the presidency, becoming the only president to serve two full terms . He is the first president of India . He died 9 months after leaving Rashtrapati Bhavan.
Presidents Zakir Husain and Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed are the only Presidents who died in office. Zakir Husain Khan was an Indian economist and politician who served as the third president of India, from 13 May 1967 until his death on 3 May 1969. Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed was an Indian lawyer and politician served as the 5th president of India from 1974 to 1977. He is the second Muslim President of India, and also the second President of India to die in office.
Till now six Presidents have been conferred the Bharat Ratna.They are Dr Rajendra Prasad, Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, Dr Zakir Husain, V V Giri, Dr A P J Abdul Kalam and Pranab Mukherjee.
Avul Pakir Jainulabdeen Abdul Kalam who is well known as Dr Kalam is the only President to receive the Bharat Ratna prior to becoming President. He was awarded the nation’s highest civilian honour five years before becoming President. He served as the 11th President of India from 2002 to 2007.
A P J Abdul Kalam was the first aerospace scientist to become President and the only non-political person to hold office. He was never a member of any political party. He was inarguably the most popular occupant of the Presidency and known as the ‘People’s President’.
K R Narayanan was the first career diplomat to be elected President. An Indian Foreign Service officer, he was a former Indian ambassador to the United States, China, Thailand and Turkey. He served as the tenth president of India (1997–2002) and ninth vice president of India (1992–1997).
He is also the first from a Dalit family to be elected President.
Ram Nath Kovind is the second President from a Dalit family,who is serving as the 14th and current President of India since 25 July 2017. Ram Nath Kovind is also the first person from Uttar Pradesh to serve as President of India.
Presidents Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan and Dr Shankar Dayal Sharma worked with four prime ministers.
During his two times tenure Dr Radhakrishnan witnessed the changing of four Prime Ministes of India. They were Jawaharlal Nehru, Gulzari Lal Nanda (acting PM), Lal Bahadur Shastri and Indira Gandhi.
And Dr Shankar Dayal Sharma worked with P V Narasimha Rao, Atal Bihari Vajpayee, H D Deve Gowda and I K Gujral, other four Prime Ministes of India.
Seven of 14 Presidents hailed from south India. They are Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, was from Madras Presidency which comprised present Tamil Nadu and parts of Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka, Odisha, Dr Zakir Husain belonging to Hyderabad state, presently the state of Andhra Pradesh, V V Giri a Telugu, born in present day Odisha, Neelam Sanjeeva Reddy from Andhra Pradesh, Ramaswamy Venkataraman from Tamil Nadu, K R Narayanan from Kerala and Dr A P J Abdul Kalam from Tamil Nadu.
Three presidents are from north India. They are Dr Rajendra Prasad from Bihar, Giani Zail Singh from Punjab and Ram Nath Kovind from Uttar Pradesh.
Dr Shankar Dayal Sharma was from central India belonging to Madhya Pradesh.
Two Presidents were from the eastern states. They were Fakhruddin Ali Ahmed from Assam and Pranab Mukherjee from West Bengal.
One of the President was from the west. She was none other than the first and, to date, only female president of Indiaof India Smt Pratibha Patil from Maharashtra . She served as the 12th president of India from 25 July 2007 to 25 July 2012.
The longest surviving former President was R Venkataraman. He was an Indian lawyer, Indian independence activist and politician who served as a Union Minister and as the eighth president of IIndia. His tenure was From 1987 to 1992. He died at 98.
The following Presidents served as Vice-President before being elected as President.
Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan alongside Dr Rajendra Prasad, Dr Zakir Husain alongside Dr S Radhakrishnan, V V Giri alongside Dr Zakir Husain, Ramaswamy Venkataraman alongside Giani Zail Singh, Dr Shankar Dayal Sharma alongside R Venkataraman and K R Narayanan alongside Dr Shankar Dayal Sharma.