Bhubaneswar: Odisha marked Pakhala Day with a grand celebration of its traditional cuisine as the state-level Pakhala Paraba was held at Panthanivas, drawing large participation and highlighting the cultural significance of the iconic dish. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attended the programme and underscored the importance of preserving traditional food practices, describing pakhala as a…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has intensified efforts to accelerate development in Left Wing Extremism-affected areas, with Chief Secretary Anu Garg chairing a high-level review of the ‘Gramodaya’ initiative at Lok Seva Bhawan on Thursday. Launched in October 2024, the Gramodaya programme aims to ensure holistic development and strengthen trust between the administration and local communities….
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to India’s sporting profile, the country has secured the hosting rights for the World Indoor Athletics Championships 2028, with World Athletics announcing the decision at its Council meeting in Toruń, Poland. The announcement comes just ahead of the 2026 edition of the championships in Toruń, highlighting India’s growing stature in…
Bhubaneswar: The opening day of the 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026 witnessed an impressive performance by Odisha’s para-athletes at the Kalinga Stadium, with the host state securing two gold, one silver and two bronze medals. Among the standout performers, Jayanti Behera clinched the gold medal in the Women’s 100m T47 event, clocking an impressive…
Bhubaneswar: In a major push towards sustainable agriculture and biodiversity conservation, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment, Government of Odisha has signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Watershed Support Service and Activities Network (WASSAN) to revive forgotten foods and neglected crops across the state. The initiative, with an outlay of ₹247.024 crore, will…
Bhubaneswar: Showcasing the rich legacy and evolving future of Odia cuisine, the two-day Pakhala Paraba 2026 was inaugurated at Panthanivas on Thursday, bringing together culinary experts, scholars, and cultural enthusiasts under one platform. The inaugural session was addressed by Deepankar Mahapatra, Director of the Department of Tourism, who underlined the importance of positioning traditional food…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has extended the deadline for submission of applications for the Common PG Entrance Test (CPET) 2026, providing relief to students aspiring for postgraduate admissions. As per the revised schedule, candidates can now apply till March 22, 2026 (11:45 PM) through the SAMS portal by filling out the…
Bhubaneswar: The 24th National Para Athletics Championship 2026 commenced on Wednesday at the Kalinga Stadium, bringing together top para-athletes from across the country in a celebration of inclusive sports and athletic excellence. Organised by the Department of Sports and Youth Services, Government of Odisha in collaboration with the Paralympic Committee of India and the Para…
Bhubaneswar: The first phase of the Census—House Listing Operations (HLO)—will commence across all 30 districts of Odisha from April 16, marking a significant step towards conducting India’s first fully digital census. The exercise is being carried out by the Directorate of Census Operations, Odisha under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, in coordination…
Bhubaneswar: A Composite Competitiveness Awareness Workshop was held at Bhubaneswar, bringing together policymakers, industry leaders, financial institutions and more than 200 MSME entrepreneurs to strengthen the growth and competitiveness of the sector in Odisha. Organised by the Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises in collaboration with the MSME Department, Government of Odisha and the…
