Bhubaneswar: Marking the auspicious occasion of Maha Bishuba Sankranti and the Odia New Year, the Odisha government on Tuesday launched ‘Aarohan’, a new initiative aimed at strengthening early childhood education and ensuring a smooth academic transition for young learners. The programme was formally inaugurated by Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida at the ICWS campus in…
Puri: Blending history, culture, and living traditions, the latest edition of the Puri Heritage Walks offered participants an immersive journey through the lesser-explored heritage landscape of the pilgrim town. The 20th edition of the walk brought together heritage enthusiasts to explore Kumharapada village and its deep-rooted connection with the rituals of Mahaprabhu Shri Jagannath. The…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government is moving ahead with a revamped excise policy focused on discouraging alcohol consumption and tightening regulatory oversight, Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan said on Monday. At a high-level review meeting held at Lok Seva Bhavan, the minister underlined that the state has no intention of increasing liquor outlets or boosting sales. Instead,…
Bhubaneswar: With temperatures soaring across the state, the Odisha government has stepped in to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply for households, directing power utilities not to disconnect domestic connections over unpaid bills during the summer months. The directive was issued by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, who stated that the restriction on disconnections will…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has rolled out a new framework for faculty recruitment in state universities with the implementation of the Odisha State Public Universities (Reservation in Teachers’ Cadre) Act, 2026, following approval from Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati. The legislation, which was cleared by the Assembly on March 31 after detailed deliberations, is now in force across…
Bhubaneswar: The capital city of Bhubaneswar on Monday marked its 78th Foundation Day with a blend of tradition and civic pride, as celebrations unfolded across the city with ceremonial events, cultural activities, and a grand parade. Leading the celebrations, Surama Padhi attended as the chief guest, accompanied by Aparajita Sarangi, MLAs Ananta Narayan Jena and…
Mumbai: Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle passed away at the age of 93 in Mumbai on Sunday, marking the end of an era in Indian music. She was admitted to Breach Candy Hospital on Saturday following health complications. Maharashtra Culture Minister Ashish Shelar confirmed her demise outside the hospital. Her last rites are scheduled to…
Bhubaneswar: Amid concerns over global geo-political developments and their potential impact on energy supplies, the Odisha government on Friday conducted a high-level review to assess fuel availability and distribution across the state. The meeting, chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg at Lok Seva Bhawan, also included a session of the State Crisis Management Group to…
Bhubaneswar: In a seasonal conservation measure, the Odisha government has imposed a ban on sea fishing from April 15 to June 14 to safeguard marine life during the crucial breeding period. The restriction, enforced under the Odisha Marine Fishing Regulation Act, 1982, will impact thousands of fisherfolk along the state’s coastline, as they will not…
Baripada: A vast deposit of prehistoric marine fossils along the Budha Balanga river near Baripada is drawing renewed attention, as the Mayurbhanj chapter of INTACH has urged the Odisha government to develop the site into a dedicated fossil park. Spread across villages such as Satpautia, Usurudihi, Itamundia, and Mukuramatia, the area—popularly known as the “Baripada…
