Bhubaneswar: In a significant recognition of Odisha’s rich cultural legacy, the Rath Yatra of Puri and Bali Jatra of Cuttack have been included in the National Inventory of Intangible Cultural Heritage by the Sangeet Natak Akademi under the Ministry of Culture. Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA), Dr. Arabinda Padhee, shared the news…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to experience light rain and thundershowers starting April 2, bringing temporary relief from the ongoing heatwave. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), sporadic rainfall is expected in parts of southern and coastal Odisha over the next few days, though temperatures will largely remain unchanged. The first showers are likely to…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step to promote Odia identity, the Odisha government has declared a 14-day celebration, ‘Odia Pakhya,’ from April 1 (Odisha Day) to April 14 (Odia New Year and Maha Vishuba Sankranti). This initiative aims to highlight the state’s language, culture, and rich heritage through a series of events and awareness programs. Announcing…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday launched the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana at Bhawanipatna in Kalahandi district. The scheme aims to address the long-standing issue of housing for the underprivileged by providing them with pucca houses. “Since the 1970s, securing a house has been a major challenge for the poor and common people. Even…
Bhubaneswar: A tragic train derailment near Nergundi Station in the Cuttack-Nergundi Railway Section of the Khurda Road Division claimed one life and left three others injured early this morning. The Bangalore-Kamakhya AC Superfast Express (Train No. 12551) derailed, prompting swift rescue and relief efforts by railway authorities and local emergency teams. Casualties and Compensation The…
Nayagarh: A health camp focused on cancer awareness and palliative care was successfully organized at the Sambhav campus in Rohibanka, Odogaon, Nayagarh. The event, held with the support of IMS & SUM-2 Hospital, Amrit Dhara Palliative Care Trust, and SEEDS India, saw an overwhelming response with 272 registrations. The camp was attended by eight doctors,…
Bhubaneswar: The 12551 Bangalore-Kamakhya AC Superfast Express derailed near Nergundi Station in the Cuttack-Nergundi Railway Section of the Khurda Road Division under the East Coast Railway at approximately 11:54 AM today. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties have been reported. Upon receiving the information, the General Manager of East Coast Railway, along with the Divisional Railway…
Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to healthcare infrastructure, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced that the Odisha government will establish a medical college in Jagatsinghpur district. The announcement was made during discussions on the Appropriation Bill in the Odisha Assembly today. Industries Minister and Paradeep MLA Sampad Chandra Swain confirmed the development, adding that the…
Puri: The repair work on the Ratna Bhandar of Shree Jagannath Temple is expected to be completed by Akshaya Tritiya this year, according to Dr. Arabinda Kumar Padhee, Chief Administrator of Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA). The update came following a high-level meeting held today to review progress and discuss preparations for the upcoming Rath…
Bhubaneswar: With intensifying heatwave conditions gripping multiple districts across Odisha, Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja convened a high-level review meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan to assess the state’s preparedness, mitigation efforts, and heatwave management strategies for 2025. The meeting was attended by key officials, including Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg, Special Relief Commissioner…
