In a thrilling encounter that kept the Holi-day crowd on the edge of their seats, Virat Kohli’s masterful half-century guided the Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB) to a nail-biting four-wicket victory over the Punjab Kings in Monday’s IPL match. Facing a target of 177 runs on a challenging pitch, Kohli’s innings of 77 runs off 49…
Bhubaneswar: With the Holi festival approaching, the fire department in Bhubaneswar has taken proactive measures to ensure the safety of residents by deploying firemen at five vulnerable locations along with essential rescue equipment. In anticipation of potential hazards during the festive celebrations, the Odisha Fire and Emergency Services rescue team will be stationed near several…
Bhubaneswar: In a remarkable display of skill and determination, Odisha’s wheelchair fencers showcased their expertise at the National Wheelchair Fencing Championship held in Tamil Nadu, emerging as one of the standout performers in the tournament. A total of 13 fencers, the largest contingent from Odisha to date, participated in the championship, where they clinched an…
New Delhi: The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) revealed the schedule for the IPL 2024 playoffs, with Ahmedabad and Chennai selected as the host cities for the crucial matches. The M.A. Chidambaram Stadium in Chennai is set to host the final on May 26, with Qualifier 2 also scheduled at the same…
Bhubaneswar: The East Coast Railway (ECoR) has etched its name in the annals of Indian Railways history by surpassing all previous records in freight loading during the Financial Year 2023-24. From April 1, 2023, to March 25, 2024, ECoR achieved a monumental feat by loading a staggering 250 million tons of freight, eclipsing the earlier…
Udaipur: Bollywood actress Taapsee Pannu has exchanged vows with Danish badminton player Mathias Boe in a private ceremony held in Udaipur. The couple, who are yet to make an official announcement, reportedly solemnized their union in the presence of close family members and friends. The wedding festivities commenced with a vibrant mehendi ceremony followed by…
Beirut: India’s table tennis stars shone brightly at the WTT Feeder Beirut II tournament, with Sreeja Akula emerging victorious in the women’s singles category and several Indian pairs securing titles in doubles events. Sreeja Akula, displaying exceptional skill and determination, clinched the women’s singles title by defeating Luxembourg’s Sarah De Nutte in a closely contested…
Bhubaneswar: Residents of Odisha are advised to brace themselves for soaring temperatures as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) regional center predicts the onset of heatwave conditions in the state from April 1. According to the latest forecast issued by the IMD, Odisha is expected to experience a gradual rise in maximum temperatures, commonly known as…
Bhubaneswar: The Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar is abuzz with excitement as it welcomes three adorable new additions to its family. Asiatic lioness Rewa has given birth to three cubs, marking a joyous occasion for the park. Lioness Rewa has brought three healthy cubs into the world, expanding the lion population at the park to…
Bhubaneswar: Aspiring individuals seeking to enhance their skills and pursue advanced career opportunities are in for a treat as the World Skill Center in Bhubaneswar gears up to commence spot admissions for various advanced and industry-ready courses for the academic session 2024-25. The admission process is scheduled to commence from March 27 and will continue…
