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…
Sambalpur: To promote Odia cuisines, the Odisha Tourism Development Corporation has extended its popular dining experience ‘Nimantran’ to Sambalpur. The third branch of Nimantran has been inaugurated at the historic 17th-century Rani Bakhri, the revered Queens Palace in Sambalpur. The launch of the restaurant at Rani Bakhri is not just a gastronomic experience but a…
Cuttack: The Odisha Masters 2023 concluded with thrilling victories, as Satish Kumar Karunakaran claimed the Men’s Singles title, and Nozomi Okuhara secured the Women’s Singles championship. The tournament’s standout performance came from the dynamic duo Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila, who triumphed in the Mixed Doubles category, showcasing remarkable resilience and skill at JN Indoor…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards bolstering road safety and ensuring passenger security, the Command & Control Centre for the Vehicle Location Tracking Device (AIS-140) was inaugurated on Friday. The 24X7 integrated Command & Control Centre, housed in the new Bhubaneswar-II RTO office building, utilizes both GPS-based vehicle tracking and the GSM/GPRS channel to trigger…
