Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025 Draws Huge Crowds, Showcases Odisha’s Rich Handicrafts and Culture

Bhubaneswar: The second day of the Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025 witnessed a massive turnout as thousands of visitors thronged Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. Following its grand inauguration, the enthusiasm and excitement at the mela remained high, with people exploring the vibrant stalls set up by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) and Producer Groups (PGs) from across Odisha….

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AIIMS Bhubaneswar Opens Dedicated Liver Transplantation Clinic

Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to specialized healthcare, AIIMS Bhubaneswar has launched a dedicated Liver Transplantation Clinic, marking a crucial step in providing advanced liver care and transplant support for patients. The clinic was inaugurated by Institute President Dr. Shailesh Kumar and Executive Director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, along with other senior officials. Speaking at the…

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Odisha Celebrates Women Empowerment with ‘Subhadra Shakti Mela’ at Janata Maidan

Bhubaneswar: In a significant show of support for women’s empowerment, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the ‘Subhadra Shakti Mela’ at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar. The event, organized by the Odisha government, aims to highlight the untapped potential and strength of women across the state, symbolizing their role as ‘Subhadra Shakti’—a powerful force driving prosperity…

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SVNIRTAR Celebrates 50 Years of Transforming Lives of Persons with Disabilities

Olatpur/Bhubaneswar: The Swami Vivekanand National Institute of Rehabilitation Training and Research (SVNIRTAR) marked its golden jubilee today, celebrating 50 years of unwavering commitment to empowering persons with disabilities (PwDs) through education, rehabilitation, and advocacy. The milestone event, held at SVNIRTAR’s campus in Olatpur, Cuttack, highlighted the institution’s remarkable journey in shaping inclusive development. The celebration…

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Odisha Honours 38th National Games Medalists with Cash Awards

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government felicitated its athletes who brought glory to the state at the 38th National Games, recognizing their achievements with cash awards and certificates. The ceremony, held at the Kalinga Stadium Tennis Centre, celebrated the dedication and success of Odisha’s sportspersons on the national stage. Gold medalists were awarded ₹6 lakh, silver medalists…

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ActionAid Releases Study on Super Cyclone 1999: Reflections and the Way Ahead

Bhubaneswar: As Odisha commemorates 25 years since the devastating Super Cyclone of 1999, ActionAid Association has released an insightful study entitled Revisiting Super Cyclone 1999: Review, Reflections & Way Ahead. The study, launched at a state-level meeting today, revisits the socio-economic impacts of the cyclone, which struck Odisha on October 29, 1999, killing nearly 10,000…

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Bhubaneswar Hosts Two-Day Consultation on Social Security for Unorganised Workers

Bhubaneswar: A two-day multi-stakeholder consultation focused on social security measures and wage campaigns for unorganised workers commenced at Hotel Stalwart Jajati in Bhubaneswar. The event was organised by ActionAid Association in collaboration with CCWD and Janajagaran Dadan Sangha, Bolangir. The primary aim of this consultation was to strengthen the understanding of human rights defenders and…

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‘Naali Cha’: A Slice of Rural Life in the Age of Social Media

Bhubaneswar: Eminent filmmaker Snehasis Das is back with his latest web series Naali Cha (Red Tea), a heartwarming yet thought-provoking six-episode Odia series that captures the essence of village life in the digital era. Released on his YouTube channel The Naked Eye, the series presents simple yet powerful narratives of different families in a rural…

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