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NECTAR to host international workshop on cold plasma and pulse power in Shillong
The Northeast Center for Technology Application and Reach will hold the COFHA workshop in Shillong in December 2026. Participants will include scientists, engineers, and researchers from India and abroad. The workshop aims to explore cold plasma applications in various sectors, including food and agriculture. Sessions will cover food safety, seed treatment, and biomedical applications, focusing on emerging technologies. Keynote speakers will include experts from prominent universities around the world.
Sirolimus-coated balloon shows 8-percentage-point advantage in three-year peripheral artery trial
Patients treated with sirolimus-coated balloons were more likely to remain free from repeat procedures to reopen blocked leg arteries than those receiving paclitaxel-coated balloons, according to three-year results from the SIRONA clinical trial presented at TCT 2026. While both treatments showed similar improvements in walking ability and quality of life, researchers said the findings require confirmation through five-year follow-up.
Oil beetle larvae mimics flower-like scents to fool bees into feeding and sheltering them, study finds - Researchers reveal how these unusual insects exploit bees’ attraction to floral scents, allowing the larvae to hitch a ride into their nests and survive through a remarkable form of chemical deception in nature
Tiny larvae of oil beetles have developed a fascinating survival tactic: they emit flower-like scents to attract wild bees, allowing them to sneak into bee nests. This discovery highlights a unique form of animal deception, where the beetle larvae utilize specific enzymes to produce these floral compounds, demonstrating the complex strategies found in the natural world.
BJD corporator arrested in rape case, suspended from party
BJD corporator Amaresh Jena was arrested in Balasore district following a rape complaint filed against him in Bhubaneswar. The survivor accused Jena of rape, forced abortion, and intimidation. Consequently, Jena has been suspended from the Biju Janata Dal, with the party emphasizing its pro-women stance and adherence to the law.
Jermaine Jenas admits acting ‘inappropriately’ during his time at BBC ahead of commentary comeback
Jermaine Jenas is set to return to broadcasting this weekend after being dismissed by the BBC over allegations of inappropriate messages. Acknowledging his past mistakes, he has pledged to grow from the experience and return as a better person.
Odisha Congress leader writes to PM, opposes delinking of Waltair railway division from ECoR
Former union minister Srikant Jena has written to Prime Minister Narendra Modi opposing the merger of Waltair division with South Coast Railway zone. Jena urged the government to strengthen the East Coast Railway instead. The BJP claimed Odisha would retain three divisions, while BJD MLAs opposed the move, alleging injustice to the state.
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Olympics 2024: Kishore Jena on verge of crashing out early from javelin throw event
Indian athlete Kishore Jena placed ninth in men's javelin throw Group A qualifier at the Olympics with a lackluster 80.73m throw, risking elimination. Jena awaits Group B results where Neeraj Chopra competes. To reach the final, athletes must throw 84m+. Top performers included Julian Weber (87.76m), Julius Yego (85.97m), Jakub Vadlejch (85.63m), and Toni Keranen (85.27m). Jena, who secured an Olympic spot with an 87.54m throw last year, struggled to maintain form since.
Resolve Jena's visa hurdle, find solution to enable his World's participation: Neeraj Chopra to MEA
Olympic gold medalist Neeraj Chopra on Thursday sought Ministry of External Affairs' intervention to resolve the visa issue of Kishore Jena so that his fellow javelin thrower can compete in the upcoming World Athletics Championships. The Athletics Federation of India on Wednesday said the Odisha javelin thrower's one-month visa was cancelled by the Embassy of Hungary in Delhi, rendering him a doubtful starter at the marquee athletics event slated in Budapest from August 19-27.
Srikant Jena threatens to hold ‘explosive’ press meet during Rahul Gandhi’s visit to Odisha
Jena, who was also an All India Congress Committee member, claimed that the Congress was colluding with the Biju Janata Dal to encourage the rule of Patnaiks.
Fresh case registered against former Odisha MLA and associates
Managing trustee of the temple Kishore Chandra Patnaik had lodged an FIR with police after the endowment department asked the trustee to file the complaint.
Fresh case against Congress leader for land grabbing
A fresh police case was registered against Cong leader Ramesh Jena and 2 of his associates, including a corporator in connection with alleged land grabbing.
GSFC failed to pass on fertiliser subsidy to farmers: Srikant Jena
Jena said here that his ministry would be recovering the subsidy amount of Rs 400 crore from GSFC for not passing it on to the farmers in Gujarat.
3 million tonnes urea being smuggled to chemical industry: Srikant Jena, Fertiliser minister
Fertiliser minister Srikant Jena says that over 3 million tonnes of subsidized urea was being siphoned by manufacturers to other sectors.
Bhushan Steel in Odisha violating safety, labour laws: Srikant Kumar Jena
Bhushan Steel, was today accused by Union Minister and Congress leader Srikant Kumar Jena of violating all safety and labour laws.
Srikant Jena claims secret ties between Naveen and Narendra Modi
Srikant Jena today claimed that Odisha Chief Minister and BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik continued to harbour secret relationship with Narendra Modi.
Fertiliser Ministry open to urea price hike
Fertiliser Ministry will not oppose increase in urea prices provided it is in the interest of farmers and balanced use of soil nutrients, Union Minister Srikant Jena said.
Naveen Patnaik shared dais with chit fund CMD: Srikant Jena
Union Minister and senior Congress leader Srikant Jena today alleged that Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik shared dais with the CMD of a chit fund group.
Not looking to hike urea prices as of now: Srikant Kumar Jena
"Once the import price goes down in the international markets, naturally it has to be effected in the MRP"
Ministers MK Alagiri, Srikant Jena at war over fertiliser subsidy bill
Ministers at war with each other, allegations that companies have pocketed Rs 1,000 crore from the subsidy bill and a strong rebuttal of all charges by the government.
NPPA demands Rs 130 cr from drug makers for overcharging: Srikant Kumar Jena
"A number of drug companies have been found to be selling some of their medicines to the consumers at a price higher than the ceiling price notified by NPPA", Jena said.
Naveen Patnaik in multi-crore mining scam: Srikant Jena
Union minister Srikant Jena alleges Patnaik imposed fine only after he feared ‘irregularities’ would be found by inquiry panel.
Odisha mining scam: Union Minister Srikant Jena demands Naveen Patnaik's resignation
Union Minister Srikant Jena today demanded resignation of Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik alleging his "direct" involvement in the multi-crore mining scam in the mineral-rich state.
Scrap pact with Vedanta too, Srikant Jena asks Odisha government
"By cancelling the JV agreement signed with Sainik mining, Odisha govt has accepted that the pact was illegal," Jena said.
Srikant Jena asks Fert Min to seek subsidy details from companies
Jena has said that the govt should also ask companies to provide costing of phosphatic and potassic fertilisers on which subsidy is given to them.
Farmers to get fertiliser subsidy directly: Srikant Jena
Govt said it intended to give subsidy to farmers directly and roll out a project by June under which subsidy would be checked at retailers level.
Sulking Srikant Jena keeps everyone guessing on joining new ministry
Srikant Jena today kept everyone guessing as to whether he would assume charge as Minister of State for Statistics and Programme Implementation with Independent charge.
Coalition compulsion blocked my promotion: Jena
"It is Prime Minister's prerogative as to whom to make minister and what assignment to give," Jena told reporters .
Jena assumes charge as union minister after 13 days of oath taking
Srikant Jena assumes charges as MoS after assurance by PM.
Srikant Jena to resign if his MoS status not elevated
The Congress high command and prime minister, Manmohan Singh seem to have been caught between devil and deep sea with senior Congress leader and former union minister for parliament affairs and tourism, Srikant Jena refusing to take charge of minister of state for chemicals and fertilizers.
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