Pune: Hockey Karnataka, Bihar, Mizoram, Assam, Gujarat and Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu registered victories on the fourth day of the 16th Hockey India Junior Women National Championship 2026, with matches across Divisions B and C producing several convincing results. In Division B, Pool B, Karnataka recorded the biggest win of the day, defeating Hockey Uttarakhand 6-1. Captain Manish Ponnamma CD was…
Pranavi Urs Only Indian Golfer to Make Cut at Swiss Ladies Open
Golfpark Holzhäusern, Switzerland: Indian golfer Pranavi Urs advanced to the weekend rounds of the Swiss Ladies Open after becoming the only Indian in the field to survive the halfway cut at Golfpark Holzhäusern. Pranavi followed her opening-round 2-under 70 with another solid 2-under 69 to finish the first two rounds at 3-under 139, leaving her tied 28th on the leaderboard. Her consistent performance kept her…
Afghan Taliban Marks Fifth Anniversary of Return to Power Amid Rights Concerns
Kabul: Afghanistan’s Taliban rulers on Saturday marked the fifth anniversary of their return to power, with officials and supporters gathering in Kabul to celebrate what they describe as the end of foreign occupation and the restoration of security in the country. The Taliban seized Kabul on August 15, 2021, following the withdrawal of US-led international forces and the collapse of the previous Afghan government. Five…
Odisha Flood Situation Remains Grim as Over 2.7 Lakh People Affected
Bhubaneswar: The flood situation in Odisha remained grim on Saturday, with more than 2.7 lakh people affected across six districts amid continuing rainfall. As many as 95,206 people have been evacuated to safer locations and accommodated in relief shelters. Authorities have intensified rescue and relief operations, deploying 118 response teams, including ODRAF, NDRF, Fire Services and police personnel. Relief centres are providing cooked food, drinking…
CATL and Quinbrook Build on Supernode Partnership Following Stage 2 and Stage 3 Major Milestones
BRISBANE, Australia, Aug. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Quinbrook’s Supernode battery energy storage project has completed Stage 2 commercial operation and reached financial close on A$469 million financing for Stage 3, marking a further milestone in the phased development of Australia’s largest operational BESS campus. With planned capacity expected to exceed 3 GWh, Supernode is supported by CATL as its core energy storage system supplier for…
Odisha Energy Department Wins Best Tableau Award at Republic Day 2026 Celebrations
Bhubaneswar: The Energy Department of the Government of Odisha has been honoured with the Best Tableau Award for its presentation during the Republic Day 2026 celebrations in Bhubaneswar. The recognition highlights Odisha’s growing focus on clean energy, sustainable development and the transition towards a greener energy future. The award is being seen as a proud moment for the state and a reflection of its…
DCP Prafulla Kumar Singh Honoured with President’s Medal for Distinguished Service
Bhubaneswar, August 15, 2026: Deputy Commissioner of Police (Armed) Prafulla Kumar Singh, OPS, has been awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service in recognition of his exemplary service, dedication and commitment to duty. The prestigious honour was announced on the occasion of Republic Day 2026 and is being presented on Independence Day, August 15, 2026. The award recognises Singh’s distinguished contribution and dedicated service in…
Building Odisha 2036: Majhi Unveils New Growth Blueprint for Education, Jobs and Farmers
Bhubaneswar, August 15, 2026: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Saturday announced a series of major initiatives focused on education, youth employment, agriculture and infrastructure while addressing the state-level celebrations of the 80th Independence Day at Mahatma Gandhi Marg in Bhubaneswar. Unfurling the national flag, Majhi paid tribute to freedom fighters and outlined the state government’s vision of building a prosperous Odisha by…
National Council for Senior Citizens Reviews Key Measures for Elderly Welfare and Healthcare
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: Union Minister for Social Justice and Empowerment Dr. Virendra Kumar chaired the fifth meeting of the National Council for Senior Citizens (NCSrC) in New Delhi, where the government and stakeholders reviewed a range of issues related to the welfare, healthcare, social security and empowerment of India’s elderly population. The meeting brought together officials from the Centre and states, Council members,…
President’s Medal for Distinguished Service Awarded to Railway Security Officer
New Delhi, August 15, 2026: On the occasion of Independence Day 2026, the President of India has conferred the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service (PSM) and Medal for Meritorious Service (MSM) on officers and personnel of the Railway Protection Force (RPF) and Railway Protection Special Force (RPSF). Rajesh Lal, Assistant Security Commissioner at the Railway Board, has been awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service,…