Bhubaneswar: As Puri Srimandir prepares for the auspicious Rakhi Purnima tomorrow, the Patara Bisoi servitors are giving final touches to the intricately crafted rakhis and gua malas that will adorn Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra in a ritual steeped in tradition and symbolism. In a unique reflection of sibling love, Devi Subhadra ties…
Bhubaneswar: With biotechnology emerging as a key driver of sustainable development and innovation, Odisha is taking a strategic leap to build a strong bio-economy framework. In a landmark move, the Government of Odisha has entrusted the Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Sambalpur with the task of preparing the state’s first Bio-Economy Report, which will map…
Bhubaneswar: Bibhuti Bhusan Singh Mardaraj, former Deputy Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly and a stalwart of state politics, passed away on Wednesday night due to cardiac complications. He was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. He was 70. Belonging to the royal family of Khandpara Gada, Mardaraj was a towering figure in…
Malkangiri: A full-grown Indian Python was safely rescued from MV-11 village in the Malkangiri Division, thanks to the prompt action of a local snake rescuer working alongside the Wildlife Squad. The snake had reportedly wandered into the village, sparking concern among residents. Instead of taking matters into their own hands, locals informed the Forest Department,…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha celebrated the 11th National Handloom Day with a vibrant state-level event at Janata Maidan in Bhubaneswar, where renowned Bollywood actor Madhuri Dixit joined as a special guest to honour the artistry and heritage of India’s handloom sector. Organised by the Odisha government, the event featured the Exhibition-cum-Knowledge Sharing for Textile Advantage (EKTA), which…
Bhubaneswar: For sustainable urban development, the Housing & Urban Development Department of Odisha is exploring the use of plastic waste in road construction to curb pollution and promote eco-friendly practices. A high-level meeting chaired by Principal Secretary Usha Padhee was held today in Bhubaneswar to chart the way forward. Addressing officials and stakeholders, Padhee underlined…
Bhubaneswar: Reinforcing its commitment to sustainable water management, the Government of Odisha has intensified efforts to implement its long-term Vision 2036/2047 under the Department of Water Resources. In a high-level review held today at Rajiv Bhawan, Development Commissioner-cum-Additional Chief Secretary Anu Garg chaired a detailed assessment meeting to take stock of ongoing initiatives and future…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards accelerating urban transformation in Odisha, Mio Oka, Country Director of the Asian Development Bank (ADB), met with Usha Padhee, Principal Secretary, Housing & Urban Development Department, at Kharavela Bhawan, Bhubaneswar today. The meeting focused on forging deeper collaboration to support sustainable and inclusive urban development across the state. Key discussions…
Bhubaneswar: The State-Level celebration of World Breastfeeding Week 2025 was held today at the Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Centre in Bhubaneswar, with a strong emphasis on building sustainable support systems to promote and prioritize breastfeeding. Organized by the Department of Women and Child Development (WCD), Government of Odisha, the event brought together senior officials, medical…
Kendrapada: A Plus III final-year student tragically lost her life in a suspicious fire incident at her residence in Kathiapada village under Pattamundai block of Kendrapada district on Wednesday. The circumstances surrounding her death have raised serious concerns, with her family alleging blackmail and police apathy. According to initial reports, the young woman was alone…
