Odisha launches International Student Facilitation Cell to address concerns of foreign students

Odisha launches International Student Facilitation Cell to address concerns of foreign students

Bhubaneswar, March 6 (IANS) Following the recent controversy over the alleged suicide of female Nepali student and mistreatment of other students from the Himalayan country by the KIIT University authorities in Bhubaneswar, the Odisha Higher Education department on Thursday announced about launching of a dedicated International Student Facilitation Cell to address issues concerning foreign students … Read more

Maha govt sets up enforcement cell to curb illegal fishing, increase maritime safety

Maha govt sets up enforcement cell to curb illegal fishing, increase maritime safety

Mumbai, February 18 (IANS) The Maharashtra Fisheries Department has set up an enforcement cell to take strict action against unauthorised fishing boats and thereby ensure sustainable fishing and maritime security in the maritime areas, officials said. State Fisheries and Ports Minister Nitesh Rane on Tuesday said that the department’s move to launch drone patrolling in … Read more

Governor calls for AYUSH’s support to fight against TB, sickle cell anaemia in MP

Governor calls for AYUSH's support to fight against TB, sickle cell anaemia in MP

Bhopal, Jan 28 (IANS) Governor Mangubhai Patel said on Tuesday that Madhya Pradesh has become a leading state in efforts to eliminate tuberculosis (TB) and sickle cell anaemia. The Governor added that the achievements of health programmes signify the accelerated pace of their implementation. He emphasised that these successes serve as inspiration to set new … Read more

Manipur govt set up Integrated Anti-Extortion Cell to curb extortion activities

Manipur govt set up Integrated Anti-Extortion Cell to curb extortion activities

Imphal, Jan 26 (IANS) In a bid to curb illegal extortion of money from civilians, government employees, contractors and others, the Manipur government on Sunday announced to establish a dedicated Integrated Anti-Extortion Cell under the Home Department, a top official said. Manipur Chief Secretary Prashant Kumar Singh in a statement announcing the establishment of a … Read more