Bhubaneswar: In light of the impending Cyclone ‘Dana’ and the possibility of heavy rainfall, the Odisha government has rescheduled its annual terracotta exhibition, ‘Mruttika-2024’. Initially slated to begin on October 22, the event will now take place from October 25 to 30 at the IDCO Exhibition Ground, Unit-III, Bhubaneswar. According to a release by the…
Dhenkanal: Nearly 50 heritage enthusiasts, including students from the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) and Dhenkanal Autonomous College, gathered yesterday to explore the rich cultural legacy of the Gajalaxmi Puja in Dhenkanal. Their focus was on the intricate “Chandi Medhas” or silver tableaus, which are a hallmark of the celebration.
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned that Cyclone ‘Dana’ is likely to make landfall between Odisha’s Puri and West Bengal’s Sagar Island as a severe cyclonic storm on October 24-25. The storm is expected to bring wind speeds of 100-110 kmph, with gusts reaching up to 120 kmph, posing a significant risk to…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has cancelled the leaves of all state employees in light of a possible cyclone brewing over the Bay of Bengal, expected to form around October 23. This decision comes as the state braces for the potential impact of the cyclonic storm. Following a high-level review meeting on Sunday evening, Special Relief…
Bhubaneswar: In response to the potential development of a cyclonic disturbance over the Bay of Bengal, Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja held a high-level review meeting on Sunday evening to assess the state’s preparedness. The meeting was attended by Special Relief Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary DK Singh, as well as other senior officers, secretaries,…
Bhubaneswar: At the 2nd Indian Lighthouse Festival, Union Minister of Ports, Shipping & Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal dedicated several key maritime projects to the nation and announced new initiatives aimed at empowering coastal communities. The festival, which concluded today, celebrated India’s rich maritime heritage and emphasized the importance of preserving iconic lighthouses. During the valedictory session,…
Bhubaneswar: In a heartfelt gesture to honor the tradition of Kartik brat, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi distributed essential items to hundreds of women gathered at the Puri Jagannath Temple from various districts of Odisha. The initiative aims to support these mothers as they participate in the sacred ritual, with the gifts including sarees, chadars,…
Bhubaneswar: The Talcher to Paradip and Dhamra stretch of National Waterway-5 (NW-5) is poised for significant progress, as confirmed by Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary of the Commerce and Transport Department. Speaking at the inauguration of a two-day international conference on Coastal and Inland Water Transportation, Padhee highlighted the advancements in the project, particularly focusing on…
Bhubaneswar: In light of an impending severe cyclonic storm, Odisha’s Additional Special Relief Commissioner (SRC), Padmanav Behera, has directed District Collectors of Ganjam, Puri, Kendrapara, Jagatsinghpur, Bhadrak, and Balasore to enforce a strict ban on fishing activities from October 16 to 26. This directive follows a mid-day weather warning issued by the India Meteorological Department…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has alerted the public about a developing cyclonic storm over the east-central Bay of Bengal, which is expected to strengthen into a severe cyclonic storm by October 23. The storm could bring wind speeds of up to 120 km/h and is predicted to cause heavy rainfall across Odisha, according…
