Khandagiri Mela to Focus on Cultural Preservation: Ban on Obscene Dance Performances Introduced

Bhubaneswar: In a decisive move to preserve the cultural essence of the Khandagiri Mela, authorities have introduced a ban on obscene dance performances during the popular Jatra shows. The decision was reached after a joint meeting between Jatra committee members and Khandagiri police officials on Tuesday, following widespread concerns about performances deemed disrespectful to Odia…

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C-DOT and IIT Delhi Partner to Develop Indigenous THz Technology for 6G Communication

New Delhi: In a significant stride towards advancing next-generation telecommunications, the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT), under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Government of India, has signed an agreement with the Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IIT Delhi). This partnership focuses on the development of “Building Blocks for THz Communication Front Ends,” a critical…

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Major Milestone Achieved in Khurda Road-Balangir Rail Line Project with Tunnel Breakthrough

Bhubaneswar The ambitious Khurda Road-Balangir New Rail Line Project achieved a significant milestone today with the successful breakthrough of Tunnel No T3, located between Buguda and Banigochha in Nayagarh district. Spanning 2,620 meters and featuring a 2-degree curve, this tunnel is the longest in Nayagarh district and the second longest in the entire project. The breakthrough,…

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Union Minister Piyush Goyal Inaugurates National Turmeric Board

New Delhi: Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Piyush Goyal, today inaugurated the National Turmeric Board in the capital, marking a significant step toward bolstering India’s position as the global leader in turmeric production and trade. The Board’s headquarters have been established in Nizamabad, Telangana, with Palle Ganga Reddy appointed as its first Chairperson. Goyal…

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President Murmu Inaugurates Transformative Dairy and Livestock Initiatives in Mayurbhanj, Odisha

Mayurbhanj: President of India, Droupadi Murmu, virtually inaugurated a series of transformative initiatives in the dairy and livestock sector in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, aimed at bolstering rural livelihoods, enhancing livestock productivity, and addressing malnutrition. These programs, spearheaded by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying (DAHD) under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying,…

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Orissa High Court Rules Only Licensed Photographers Allowed at Konark’s Sun Temple

Cuttack: The Orissa High Court has reaffirmed that only photographers authorized by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) will be permitted to operate within the premises of the iconic Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha’s Puri district. A division bench, comprising Chief Justice Chakradhar Sharan Singh and Justice Savitri Ratho, delivered the judgment on Monday, upholding…

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Odisha FC Suffers Last-Minute Heartbreak in 3-2 Loss to Kerala Blasters

Bhubaneswar: Odisha FC’s rollercoaster night at Kochi’s Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium ended in disappointment as the Kalinga Warriors succumbed to a 2-3 defeat against Kerala Blasters in a dramatic Indian Super League (ISL) clash on Monday. The visitors got off to a dream start when Jerry Mawihmingthanga capitalized on an early opportunity to put Odisha FC…

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Maryul Spamo Clinch Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Title with Stunning Comeback Victory

Leh: In a dramatic showdown, defending champions Maryul Spamo staged a sensational comeback to secure a 3-2 victory over Changla Lamos in the women’s final of the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 2. Led by captain Padma Chorol’s incredible hat-trick, Spamo overturned a two-goal deficit to retain their title, showcasing the grit and determination…

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Kang Sings Clinch Back-to-Back Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Titles with Commanding Victory

Leh: Defending champions Kang Sings once again asserted their dominance in ice hockey, securing the Royal Enfield Ice Hockey League Season 2 title with a resounding 5-2 victory over Changthang Shans in the men’s category. The high-stakes finale, held at the Nawang Dorjay Stobdan (NDS) Stadium, capped off a 10-day tournament that featured 30 action-packed…

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