Bhubaneswar to Host Junior and Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships

Bhubaneswar: The city is gearing up to host the Junior and Senior Artistic Gymnastics National Championships for the 2023-24 season, an event eagerly awaited by gymnastics enthusiasts. Scheduled to commence on 28 December, the Junior Championship will run until 30 December, followed by the Senior Championship from 2 to 4 January 2024. The Gymnastics Centre…

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Malkangiri Airport Set to Soar Soon

Bhubaneswar: Southern Odisha is on the brink of a connectivity revolution with the upcoming inauguration of Malkangiri Airport, scheduled to take place in January. This landmark development is expected to usher in a new era of air connectivity for the region, bringing about significant economic growth and opportunities. Spread across an expansive 94.5 hectares of…

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Odisha Reports New COVID-19 Case Amid Concerns of JN.1 Variant Surge

Bhubaneswar: Odisha recorded another positive COVID-19 case, bringing the state’s active patient count to three, according to sources on Tuesday. The health condition of all three patients is reportedly stable, and they are currently undergoing treatment. The initial COVID-19 case in the state was identified on December 3, followed by another positive case on December…

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Namdapha Flying Squirrel Emerges After 42-Year Absence in Arunachal Pradesh

Itanagar: After an absence of 42 years, the Namdapha flying squirrel (Biswamoyopterus biswasi) has been rediscovered in Arunachal Pradesh, marking a significant wildlife event. Initially documented in 1981 based on a solitary individual found in the Namdapha Tiger Reserve, the elusive mammal had eluded zoologists during subsequent expeditions, leading to speculation about its status. Teams…

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Special Security Battalion Approved for Puri Jagannath Temple

Bhubaneswar: Embarking on a transformative journey, the Jagannath Temple in Puri is set to undergo substantial enhancements, envisioning foolproof security measures, improved facilitation for devotees, and effective crowd management strategies. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Monday approved the special creations of the Security Battalion. Drawing thousands of worshippers daily, the Jagannath Temple stands as a…

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Chief Secretary of Odisha Urges Plastic-Free Picnics for a Greener Tomorrow

Bhubaneswar: As the season for picnics approaches, Chief Secretary Pradeep Kumar Jena urges the residents of the state to embrace eco-friendly practices by having a plastic-free picnic. To further this initiative, the State Pollution Control Board and the ‘Youth for Water’ social organization are jointly spearheading a comprehensive statewide awareness campaign titled ‘Plastic Free Picnic.’…

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Kumkum Mohanty honoured with Lifetime Achievement award

Bhubaneswar: The 1st Prabasi Nrutya Sangam program, a collaborative effort by the Directorate of Odisha Paribar, Nritya Sadhana (USA), and with the support of the Guru Kelucharan Mahapatra Odissi Research Centre, Bhubaneswar, unfolded today at Rabindra Mandap, emphasizing the profound contributions of artists and gurus to the world of Odissi dance. Padmashree Kumkum Mohanty, a…

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Naveen Patnaik Inspires Tribal Students at Zonal Sargiful-2023 Felicitation

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inspired tribal students to seize the myriad opportunities offered by mother language-based education, computer programs, and health check-ups initiated by the state government. Addressing the audience at the state-level felicitation ceremony for Zonal Sargiful-2023 winners at Lokseva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister underscored the importance of cultural awareness and…

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