Bhubaneswar, Jan 9: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention on Thursday in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, and commended the Indian diaspora for serving as the nation's "ambassadors to the world."
Bhubaneswar, Jan 9: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S. Jaishankar highlighted that hosting the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention in Odisha "reflects the Modi Sarkar's 'Poorvudaya' policy," emphasising the development and prominence of eastern India.
Bhubaneshwar, January 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Wednesday said he met Minister Mahendra Gondeea and Deputy Minister Hambyrajen Narsinghen of Mauritius in Bhubaneshwar on the sidelines on Pravasi Bharatiya Divas.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: United States delegate, Sarabjit Singh Dhillon, attending the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Odisha, expressed his admiration for India's progress and organisation of the even and said there has been a huge improvement in India's image globally under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: Grammy-winning artist Ricky Kej, who has composed the theme song for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, is set to perform at the event on Thursday, the second day of the three-day convention in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: Celebrity chef Sanjeev Kapoor, participated at the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention on Wednesday, and praised the initiative calling it a "masterstroke."
Puri, Jan 8: The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) began in Bhubaneshwar on Wednesday and will continue till January 10. Over next two days, it will see participation of many acclaimed and esteemed NRIs and people of Indian origin.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 8: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday invited the Indian diaspora to select Odisha as the preferred destination for investment and be a part of the state's journey to become one of the top five economies of the country by 2047.
Chennai, Jan 8 (IANS): Chennaiyin FC will aim to kick off the new year with a win when they take on Odisha FC in an Indian Super League 2024-25 match at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium here on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 8: Large delegations from the Indian diaspora across 50 countries are set to participate in the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention, which will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Thursday.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida said on Wednesday that the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is a great achievement for the state to promote tourism in the world.
Chennai, January 8: Chennaiyin FC will host Odisha FC in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 on Thursday at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the ISL said in a release on Wednesday.
Bhubaneshwar, January 8: At the Joint Business Session held on the sidelines of the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar highlighted the significant economic potential of Odisha and its role in India's global growth.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: As the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas began here on Wednesday, Odisha Deputy Chief Minister KV Singh Deo welcomed the delegates of the three-day event. He added that the state will show its rich culture to the world during the event.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 8: The 18th Pravsi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) convention commenced at Bhubaneswar on Wednesday with the inauguration of Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas by External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi.
Puri, January 8: Puri Superintendent of Police Vineet Agrawal shared his views on the preparations underway for the upcoming Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD). He emphasized the dedicated efforts being made to ensure seamless experiences for visitors at key tourist spots across the region.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: Union Minister of State for External Affairs Kirti Vardhan Singh called Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) "an important event", where India can showcase its progress, meet with diaspora settled in various nations and hold detailed discussions on how they can expand interests.
Bhubaneswar, January 8: Odisha is set to host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention from January 8 to 10, with leaders and officials highlighting the event's significance.
Bhubaneshwar, January 8: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday expressed his optimism about the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas and believed that the event would be a success.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 7: External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar, who is in Odisha to attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas, on Tuesday visited different tourist destinations in Puri and Bhubaneswar.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 7: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday urged the people of the state to accord a grand welcome and respect to the Indian diaspora coming to Odisha to attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas beginning in Bhubaneswar from Wednesday (January 8).
Bhubaneshwar, January 7: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Tuesday visited the Konark Eco Retreat Park and said he was 'impressed' by it.
New Delhi, January 7: Under Prime Minister Narendra Modi's leadership, India's ties with its diaspora have been strengthened, a statement by the Ministry of External Affairs stated.
New Delhi, January 7: Arun Kumar Chatterjee, the Secretary (CPV & OIA) in the Ministry of External Affairs said on Tuesday that the Odisha government will host two plenary sessions that will showcase the enormous potential that can be harnessed by the Indian Diaspora in Odisha.
Puri, January 7: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, accompanied by his wife Kyoko Jaishankar, began his Odisha visit by paying respects at the iconic Jagannath Temple in Puri. Sharing his sentiments on X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar posted, "Blessed to have darshan of Lord Jagannath ji at Puri today. Prayed for peace, prosperity and harmony for all. Jai Jagannath!"
New Delhi, Jan 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to visit Andhra Pradesh and Odisha on a two-day visit from January 8-9, during which he will dedicate, inaugurate, and lay the foundation stone for projects worth over Rs 2 lakh crore, focusing on sustainable development, industrial growth, and infrastructure enhancement.
New Delhi, Jan 7: Large Indian diaspora delegations from dozens of countries will be attending the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention which begins with the Youth Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in Bhubaneswar, from Wednesday.
Puri, January 7: External Affairs Minister (EAM) S Jaishankar, accompanied by his wife Kyoko Jaishankar, began his Odisha visit by paying respects at the iconic Jagannath Temple in Puri. Sharing his sentiments on X (formerly Twitter), Jaishankar posted, "Blessed to have darshan of Lord Jagannath ji at Puri today. Prayed for peace, prosperity and harmony for all. Jai Jagannath!"
Puri, January 7: Ahead of the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas Convention in Odisha, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar, along with his wife Kyoko Jaishankar, visited the Sun Temple in Konark and described the temple as a testament to India's heritage and creativity, urging visiting Pravasi Bharatiya delegates in Bhubaneswar to visit the temple.
Bhubaneswar, January 7: Locals performed the traditional folk dance, Ghumura, at Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik International Airport to welcome guests for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) Convention on Tuesday.
Bhubaneswar, January 7: The 38th High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA) headed by Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi approved five investment projects in the state.
Bhubaneshwar, January 7: Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, is all set to host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) 2025, with several content creators and overseas Indians invited to participate in the event.
New Delhi, January 6: Indian Super League (ISL) club Kerala Blasters FC (KBFC) have confirmed the departure of winger Rahul KP, who has signed a permanent deal with Odisha FC (OFC), as per ISL.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 7: The Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department is going to host Classical dance and music festival programmes in Bhubaneswar from January 7 to 11 coinciding with the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas event, which will be attended by more than 3,000 NRIs and person of Indian origin.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 6: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar on Monday reached Bhubaneswar on a five-day Odisha visit to attend the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas scheduled to be held here between January 8 and 10.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 6: Odisha FC have signed talented forward Rahul KP on a permanent transfer from Kerala Blasters FC on Monday. The deal will see the 24-year-old join the Kalinga Warriors until the end of the 2026-27 season, with an option to extend for a further year.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 6: The Odisha government on Monday announced a three-year sponsorship deal for the Indian national kho kho team, marking a significant step forward in promoting indigenous sports in the country.
New Delhi, January 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday highlighted a significant development in India's transportation infrastructure, particularly in the metro network and Indian railways, stating that the country now has 1000 km of metro services.
New Delhi, Jan 5: The 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) celebrations are all set to begin in Odisha's Bhubaneswar from January 8 and will see thousands of Non-Resident Indians and members of the Indian diaspora from across the world congregating at the city for the mega event.
New Delhi, Jan 5: Under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India has made remarkable strides in its efforts to boost tourism, deepen cultural exchanges, and elevate its global profile. One of the most significant achievements in this regard is the launch of the 'Chalo India' campaign.
Bhubaneswar, January 5: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday inaugurated the 11-day famous Adivasi Mela, and launched the Shahid Madho Singh Haath Kharcha Scheme.
Mayurbhanj, January 5: A two-year-old elephant calf was rescued from a 20-foot-deep irrigation pit in the Pokamunda jungle of Mayurbhanj district's Karanjia forest division after an 18-hour operation by forest officials and the local fire brigade on Sunday.
Sambalpur, January 5: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Sunday highlighted the importance of strengthening panchayats for a developed India and emphasised that the state's efforts are in line with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision for empowering local governance.
New Delhi, Jan 5: There is no denying the fact that under the visionary and dynamic leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, India’s connection with its global diaspora has strengthened significantly over the last decade. A number of initiatives have been launched for the welfare of Indian nationals living abroad.
Bhubaneswar, January 4: FC Goa defeated Odisha FC 4-2 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar in the Indian Super League (ISL) on Saturday.
New Delhi, January 4: The Ministry of External Affairs on Saturday, shared the details of the flagship event of Government of India, Pravasi Bharatiya Divas 2025, which is set to take place in Odisha, and stated that a large number of Indian diaspora members have registered for the programme.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 4: FC Goa defeated Odisha FC by 4-2 at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar in the Indian Super League (ISL) 2024-25 tonight. The Gaurs are third in the table with 25 points now, and they have extended their unbeaten streak in away matches to seven games.
Bhubaneswar, Jan 4: Odisha is all set to host the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) for the first time, with the event scheduled to take place at Bhubaneswar's Janata Maidan from January 8 to 10.
Bhubaneswar, January 3: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced on Friday that the state government has allocated Rs 291.59 crore in financial assistance for farmers affected by recent land damage across 16 districts near coastal areas.