Bhubaneswar: Emphasizing the role of education in shaping a prosperous future, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a ₹1 crore grant for infrastructure development at Surajmal Saha College in Puri during its 45th annual day celebrations. Addressing students and faculty, he stressed the importance of knowledge, skill development, and the transformative impact of the National…
Bhubaneswar: The much-awaited Khandagiri Mela has commenced at the foothills of Khandagiri and Udaygiri in Bhubaneswar, marking the beginning of a nine-day-long spiritual and cultural extravaganza. This annual fair, which starts on Magha Saptami, draws thousands of saints, devotees, and tourists to partake in its sacred rituals and vibrant celebrations. As dawn breaks on Magha…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with the Enhancing Climate Resilience of India’s Coastal Communities (ECRICC) Project, successfully organized an Inception Workshop on Seagrass and Saltmarsh Protection, Restoration, and Management. Held in a hybrid mode, the workshop brought together leading experts, policymakers, and stakeholders to discuss ecosystem-based solutions for coastal resilience…
Hyderabad: Odisha Tourism launched its campaign to boost inbound and domestic tourism with a high-impact roadshow in Hyderabad today. Organized in collaboration with FICCI, the event brought together over 40 travel operators and 20 tourism investors, fostering key business-to-government (B2G) interactions aimed at strengthening Odisha’s tourism sector. Held at Taj Krishna, Hyderabad, the roadshow highlighted…
Bhubaneswar: The spirit of resilience and hope shone bright at the Institute of Medical Sciences and SUM Hospital as young cancer patients took to the ramp, spreading joy among cancer survivors and patients on the occasion of World Cancer Day. The event, organized by the hospital’s Department of Oncosciences, saw children battling leukemia walk the…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Finance Minister presented the Union Budget for 2025-26 on February 1, unveiling a transformative vision for India’s textile sector. The budget allocated Rs. 5272 crores for the Ministry of Textiles, marking a 19% increase over the previous year’s allocation of Rs. 4417.03 crore. This substantial increase is aimed at addressing key challenges…
Jagatsinghpur: The inaugural edition of Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) was successfully conducted on the auspicious occasion of Saraswati Puja, commencing from the revered Maa Sarala Temple. The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from over 35 heritage enthusiasts from across Odisha.
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step toward transforming education in Odisha, the School & Mass Education Department of the Government of Odisha signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the CK-12 Foundation on February 3, 2025, at Lok Seva Bhavan, Bhubaneswar. The agreement was signed by Shalini Pandit, IAS, Commissioner-cum-Secretary, and Neeru Khosla, Founder and Executive Director…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast dry weather across Odisha for the next five days, with shallow to moderate fog expected during the early morning hours in several districts. In its mid-day bulletin on Monday, the IMD’s regional office in Bhubaneswar issued yellow warnings for dense fog in select areas. For February 4,…
Cuttack: Cricket fans in Cuttack are in for an exciting opportunity as the India vs England One Day International (ODI) match at Barabati Stadium approaches. Offline ticket sales for the highly anticipated match will begin at the stadium on February 5 and February 6, with counters open from 9 AM to 6 PM. Fans can purchase…
