Dhenkanal: “History is never dead—it is the mirror that reflects our future.” This powerful message resonated throughout the Old Zilla Parishad Auditorium in Kunjakanta as the second anniversary of Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW) was celebrated with insightful talks, spirited discussions, and a deep reverence for Odisha’s cultural legacy. The highlight of the evening was a…
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) on Monday released the central contracts list for the 2025 season, retaining the familiar four-tier format and introducing notable changes across categories. A total of 34 players have been awarded contracts, with major shuffles seen particularly in Grade C. Pant Rises, Ashwin Exits One…
Bhubaneswar: The Kalinga Super Cup 2025 kicked off in spectacular fashion at the iconic Kalinga Stadium on Sunday, drawing thousands of football fans from across the country for the much-anticipated opening match. The inaugural clash between two football giants—East Bengal FC and Kerala Blasters FC—set the tone for the tournament, with Kerala Blasters FC clinching…
Bhubaneswar: The ninth edition of Odisha Manaska (ଓଡ଼ିଶା ମନସ୍କ) circle witnessed a thought-provoking gathering in Saheed Nagar on Sunday, where individuals from diverse backgrounds came together to examine the growing fragmentation of identity in Odisha along regional and linguistic lines. The session, hosted by All Things Odisha at the collaborative space of ‘ExtraOdiNari’ and ‘Safe…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) and its alumni body, the IIMC Alumni Association (IIMCAA), should collaborate more closely to enhance the professional skills of journalists, said Prof. Anand Pradhan, Regional Director of IIMC Dhenkanal, on Saturday. Addressing Connection 2025—the annual alumni meet of the IIMC Odisha Chapter held in Bhubaneswar—Prof. Pradhan emphasized the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC have announced their squad for the upcoming Kalinga Super Cup 2025, just a day before they take on Punjab FC in their opening encounter at the Kalinga Stadium on Monday. With their eyes set on reclaiming the title, the Kalinga Warriors are ready to make a strong comeback in their favourite tournament….
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards strengthening grassroots sports infrastructure in the state, Khelo India Centres were officially inaugurated across all 30 districts of Odisha on Sunday. The move is aimed at nurturing young talent and promoting a vibrant sports culture across the state. Speaking at the launch, Sports and Youth Services Minister Suryabanshi Suraj…
Islamabad: The Chairman of Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) and the country’s Interior Minister, Mohsin Naqvi has made it clear that Pakistan’s women’s cricket team will not travel to India for the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup to be held later in the year. The statement comes after Pakistan secured its position in the ICC Women’s…
Bhubaneswar: In a major move aimed at strengthening fire safety infrastructure across the state, the Odisha Fire Department has announced plans to implement a third-party verification system for fire safety certificates in large buildings, hospitals, and shopping malls. Fire Services Director General Dr. Sudhanshu Sarangi revealed the new initiative while addressing the media, underscoring the…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards fostering international collaboration, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi held a high-level meeting with the Ambassador of Spain to India, Juan Antonio March Pujol, at Lok Seva Bhawan on Friday. The meeting focused on strengthening bilateral cooperation between Spain and Odisha across key sectors including renewable energy, metallurgy, textiles, and…
