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Tobacco: The Overlooked Environmental Menace on World Environment Day

As the world celebrates World Environment Day with calls for cleaner air, plastic-free lives, and greener earth through plantation drives and sustainability pledges, one major environmental threat continues to go unnoticed — tobacco. From television shows to social media, from folk performances to newspaper editorials, messages advocating for environmental protection flood our senses each year…

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‘Naali Cha’: A Slice of Rural Life in the Age of Social Media

Bhubaneswar: Eminent filmmaker Snehasis Das is back with his latest web series Naali Cha (Red Tea), a heartwarming yet thought-provoking six-episode Odia series that captures the essence of village life in the digital era. Released on his YouTube channel The Naked Eye, the series presents simple yet powerful narratives of different families in a rural…

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Urgent Need for Stronger Action as Child Marriages Persist in Odisha

Bhubaneswar: Despite various government efforts, child marriage continues to be a pressing issue in Odisha, with over 8,100 cases reported in the past six years. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, speaking in the Assembly on February 15, revealed that the highest number of cases were recorded in tribal-dominated districts, where girls’ school dropout rates are…

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India’s AI Drive Gains Momentum with Global and Domestic Ambitions

India is rapidly advancing in the field of artificial intelligence (AI), aiming to strengthen its domestic AI ecosystem while also playing a key role in shaping global AI governance. From developing indigenous large language models (LLMs) to co-chairing international AI summits, India is positioning itself as a major player in the AI revolution. Union Minister…

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ASI Resumes Excavation at Ratnagiri Buddhist Site After 63 Years

Bhubaneswar: The ancient Buddhist site of Ratnagiri in Odisha’s Jajpur district is once again under the archaeological spotlight. Known for its stunning ruins, intricate sculptures of Lord Buddha, and expansive monastic complexes, the site has long drawn the admiration of historians and visitors alike. After a gap of 63 years, the Archaeological Survey of India…

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Menaka’s Inspiring Journey to Financial Independence

Ganjam: In the coastal village of Digipur in Ganjam district, Menaka’s story stands as a testament to the strength and resilience required for a woman to break free from traditional constraints and achieve financial independence. Determined to provide her children with a good education, Menaka took transformative steps to secure the necessary funds, overcoming numerous…

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