Odisha Launches Jagannath Express, Enhances Connectivity from Puri to districts with 50% Fare Cut for Women

Bhubaneswar: In a bid to enhance direct connectivity to Puri from diverse districts, the state government has launched the Jagannath Express bus service. Under the Location Accessible Multi-modal Initiative (LAccMI), this service establishes direct links from district headquarters towns to Puri via the state capital. Notably, it introduces a forward-thinking initiative, presenting a substantial 50%…

Read More

Allahabad High Court Upholds Unmarried Daughters’ Right to Maintenance Regardless of Age and Religious Affiliation

In a landmark ruling, the Allahabad High Court has affirmed the right of unmarried daughters, irrespective of their religious background, to seek maintenance from their parents under the Domestic Violence Act. The judgment was delivered by Justice Jyotsna Sharma while dismissing a petition filed by Naimullah Sheikh and another individual. Justice Sharma unequivocally stated, “There…

Read More

Demise of Maestro: Ustad Rashid Khan, Hindustani Classical singer passes away

Kolkata: Renowned Hindustani classical musician Ustad Rashid Khan, aged 55, passed away on Tuesday afternoon in a private Kolkata hospital, following a battle with cancer, as announced by West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee. Hailing from the Rampur-Sahaswan Gharana, closely associated with the Gwalior gharana, Khan was known for his distinctive style characterized by medium-slow…

Read More

Wings of Progress: Malkangiri Takes Flight with New Airport

Bhubaneswar: In a significant development, the Maoist-affected district of Malkangiri in Odisha celebrated the formal inauguration of its long-anticipated airport on Tuesday. Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the airport on Tuesday. An investment of approximately Rs 29 crore has gone into the airport’s construction, including the development of a 1,602-meter-long and 30-meter-wide runway. Nestled on…

Read More

“Oppenheimer” Sweeps 81st Golden Globes; “Succession” wins Best Television Drama Series

Los Angeles: The glitzy 81st Golden Globes ceremony unfolded on Sunday night, with a stellar lineup of films earning accolades. Standouts included “Oppenheimer,” “Barbie,” “Poor Things,” and “Anatomy of a Fall,” each clinching multiple awards across various categories in the Golden Globes 2024.

Read More

Odisha’s Pattachitra to Illuminate Republic Day Parade in New Delhi

Bhubaneswar: After a three-year hiatus, Odisha’s tableau featuring the intricate art of Pattachitra from the heritage craft hub of Raghurajpur village has been selected for the upcoming Republic Day Parade in New Delhi. The Ministry of Defence’s approval has paved the way for Odisha to showcase its cultural richness on Kartavyapath during the 75th Republic…

Read More