Imphal: Renowned theatre maestro Ratan Thiyam, whose groundbreaking contributions redefined Indian theatre and spotlighted Manipur’s cultural depth, passed away in Imphal early Wednesday. He was 77. Thiyam had been undergoing treatment at the Regional Institute of Medical Sciences, where he breathed his last around 1.30 am following a prolonged illness. A towering presence in contemporary…
New Delhi: The Election Commission of India (ECI) has kick-started the process to elect the next Vice President of the country, following the resignation of Jagdeep Dhankhar from the constitutional post. Dhankhar submitted his resignation to President Droupadi Murmu on July 21, citing health reasons. On July 22, the Ministry of Home Affairs issued an…
Mayurbhanj: Health concerns have escalated at Patrapoda Ashram School in Odisha’s Thakurmunda block after 28 students reportedly fell ill due to a diarrhoea outbreak, raising fears of contaminated food or water being the cause. The incident came to light after several students complained of stomach issues and weakness. All affected children were taken to the…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to witness improved regional air connectivity as Star Air prepares to launch direct flights between Bhubaneswar and Jharsuguda starting August 16, 2025. The new route marks Star Air’s foray into intra-state operations in Odisha, aiming to cater to the growing demand for efficient, affordable regional travel. Flight bookings are now live…
Birmingham: Legendary rock singer Ozzy Osbourne, best known as the frontman of Black Sabbath, has passed away at the age of 76, his family confirmed on Tuesday. He died peacefully at home, surrounded by family. The cause of death was not disclosed. In a heartfelt statement, his family said, “It is with more sadness than…
Bhubaneswar: Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary to Government of Odisha, Anu Garg, IAS, conducted a comprehensive review of the Department of Water Resources (DoWR) today, focusing on the progress of plan expenditure and key departmental initiatives. The review meeting was held at the DoWR office in Bhubaneswar and attended by senior officers of the department. During…
Bhubaneswar: A culinary journey rooted in tradition and driven by ambition reached its grand finale in Bhubaneswar today as the Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition concluded with much fanfare at Hotel Mayfair Lagoon. Organised by the Mission Shakti Department, Government of Odisha, the event celebrated the rich culinary heritage of the state while spotlighting the…
Bhubaneswar: A fresh weather system is brewing in the north Bay of Bengal, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicting the formation of a cyclonic circulation in the next 24 hours. The system, identified as the remnant of Tropical Cyclone Wipha, is likely to intensify into a low-pressure area within the following 48 hours. IMD…
Chennai: Taking a decisive leap in species-specific conservation, the Tamil Nadu government has announced the creation of the country’s first Centre of Excellence for Hornbill Conservation at the Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) in Coimbatore district. The initiative is dedicated to protecting hornbills—crucial to forest regeneration and biodiversity—and marks a significant step in preserving the ecological…
New Delhi: After months of anticipation, the Indian Army on Tuesday received the first batch of three AH-64E Apache attack helicopters from the United States, marking a key upgrade to its combat aviation capabilities. The aircraft landed at Hindon Airbase, bringing India closer to deploying one of the most advanced combat helicopters in the world….
