Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) currently stands at 30, higher than the national average of 25, Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling informed the Odisha Legislative Assembly on Monday. Replying to a query raised by MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati, the minister said that despite the higher rate, the state has recorded a significant…
Bhopal: A Namibian cheetah, Jwala the cheetah, has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, marking another significant milestone in India’s cheetah conservation efforts. Announcing the development, Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav said the birth has taken the number of cheetah cubs born in India to…
Ahmedabad: India scripted history by successfully defending the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title after a commanding 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, becoming the first team to retain the trophy. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, India lifted their third T20 World Cup crown…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida attended the second day of the Subhadra Shakti Leadership Conference organised by the Mission Shakti Department at Konark on the occasion of International Women’s Day, highlighting the growing role of women in driving social and economic change. Addressing the gathering, Parida said women are no longer confined to…
Mumbai:India defeated England by seven runs in a thrilling second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, booking a place in the final against New Zealand. The title clash will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Batting first, India posted a massive 253 for 7,…
Bhubaneswar: To promote community-led tourism and supporting local entrepreneurship, the Odisha government on Thursday launched the Go-Homestay Portal in Bhubaneswar. The portal was inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida during a State-level workshop on the Odisha Homestays Establishment Scheme–2025. Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said homestays play a crucial role in showcasing…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police will organise a Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition at the Exhibition Ground in Unit-III, Bhubaneswar, to familiarise citizens with India’s newly introduced criminal laws and the changes they bring to the justice delivery system. The exhibition will focus on the implementation of the three new legal frameworks — Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nagarik…
Bhubaneswar: The Odia Language, Literature & Culture Department, in collaboration with Vrindavan Gurukul, organised the Vrindavan Mahotsav at Rabindra Mandap in Bhubaneswar on Thursday, celebrating music and the spirit of Holi with a captivating musical evening. Eminent musician Hariharan graced the event and extended warm Holi greetings to the audience. The programme began with a…
Chanchala Mahanta, a woman farmer from Mayurbhanj district in Odisha, stands as a remarkable example of resilience, determination, and effective farming. Despite enduring personal tragedies, including the loss of her husband three years ago, the deaths of her in-laws, and caring for her young son who has a terminal illness affecting his eyesight, she has…
Bhubaneswar: The IndiaSkills Regional Competition 2025–26 for the eastern region concluded on a high note at the SDI Auditorium in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday, celebrating youth talent, technical excellence, and regional pride. Organised under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and supported by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), the four-day…
