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.’…
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…
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…
Bhubaneswar: Breaking new ground on the global sports scene, Kalinga Indoor Athletics Arena, the first-of-its-kind indoor athletic stadium in India, has achieved the coveted Category 1 certification from World Athletics, the authoritative governing body for track and field. This landmark recognition not only solidifies the international status of the Kalinga Sports Complex but also positions…
Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance viewer excitement, a revamped points system takes center stage as the reigning champions, Odisha Juggernauts, clash with Rajasthan Warriors to kick off Season 2 of India’s premier Kho-Kho carnival at the Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium in Cuttack this Sunday. Initiated by Amit Burman in collaboration with the Kho Kho…
Bhubaneswar: UNICEF, in collaboration with Odisha Women in Media (OWM), hosted a media round table on the ‘Portrayal of Children in Media’ in Bhubaneswar on Friday. The event aimed to underscore the significant role of media in safeguarding and promoting children’s rights, fostering essential conversations about their depiction in media narratives. During the discussions, participants…
New Delhi: The emergence of the new coronavirus variant JN.1 has led to increased vigilance as India reports 21 cases of this variant across the country, according to VK Paul, a member of the government think tank NITI Aayog (Health). The majority of cases, with 19 instances, have been identified in Goa, while Maharashtra and…
Bhubaneswar: Renowned poet Ashutos Parida from Odisha has been honoured with the prestigious Sahitya Akademi Award for 2023 in recognition of his outstanding contribution to Odia literature. The accolade is bestowed upon him for his remarkable Odia poetry collection titled ‘Aprastuta Mrutyu.’ The Sahitya Akademi Awards, which celebrate excellence in literature across 24 languages in…
Bhubaneswar: In a momentous decision aimed at nurturing and promoting the linguistic treasure of Odia, the Odisha Cabinet has approved to organise ‘Biswa Odia Bhasa Sammilani.’ This groundbreaking three-day conference, scheduled for February 2024 in Bhubaneswar, signifies a crucial stride in the endeavour to propagate and safeguard the essence of the Odia language globally. The…
Cuttack: In a strategic partnership between the State Government and the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA), plans for a comprehensive overhaul of the iconic Barabati Stadium have been unveiled, aiming to transform it into a world-class facility with an estimated investment ranging from Rs 600 to Rs 700 crore. Following the meeting, OCA Vice-President Pankaj Lochan…
