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Prelude to World Odia Language Conference: Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre to Host Pre-Conference Event

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 28, 2024January 29, 202402 mins

Bhubaneswar: In anticipation of the inaugural World Odia Language Conference, the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre in Bhubaneswar is set to host a two-day pre-conference event focusing on “Odia Language and Odisha’s Art and Culture” on February 1 and 2. The research-based discussions during the conference, taking place in the research centre’s auditorium, will…

French Chief of Army Staff, General Pierre Schill, Pays Homage to Indian Heroes During Visit

Bureau The News HashtagFebruary 27, 202402 mins

New Delhi: General Pierre Schill, Chief of Army Staff of the French Army, commenced his official visit to India from February 27 to February 29, 2024. The visit began with a solemn wreath-laying ceremony at the National War Memorial on February 27, where General Schill paid tribute to the fallen heroes of the Indian Armed…

Odisha Declares Summer Vacation for schools from April 25

Bureau The News HashtagApril 21, 2024April 22, 202401 mins

Bhubaneswar: With the onset of scorching temperatures and the prediction of a severe heat wave by the weather department, the Odisha Government has taken proactive measures to ensure the well-being of students and educators across the state. In an official statement released today, the government announced the commencement of summer vacation for all government, aided,…

UGC Proposes Working Women Hostels within University Campuses

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 17, 202402 mins

New Delhi: The University Grants Commission (UGC) sets the stage for a transformative initiative, proposing the establishment of Working Women Hostels (WWH) within university campuses. This visionary move is part of a larger commitment to enhance women’s educational empowerment, aligning with India’s commendable progress, boasting a 43% representation of women graduates in STEM fields. As…

Union Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurates State-of-the-Art Cancer Hospital and Sanatorium in Surat

Bureau The News HashtagJanuary 23, 202503 mins

Surat: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah inaugurated the Babulal Roopchand Shah Mahavir Cancer Hospital and Phoolchandbhai Jaikishandas Vakharia Sanatorium in Surat, Gujarat, on Wednesday. The event witnessed the presence of several dignitaries, including Gujarat Minister of State for Home Affairs Harsh Sanghavi. Speaking at the inauguration, Amit Shah highlighted the significance of…

Redefining Odia Identity: A Mosaic of Past, Present, and Future

Bureau The News HashtagAugust 11, 2024August 11, 202404 mins

Bhubaneswar: Identity is transient, nonlinear, and multifaceted—a mosaic of experiences, histories, and imaginations. When discussing Odia identity, it’s essential to look beyond inherited traditions and explore its evolving nature within a diverse state like Odisha, where people of various castes, faiths, and communities coexist.

This was the central theme at the first Odisha Manaska: Odisha on My Mind circle, hosted by All Things Odisha, which took place on Saturday evening at the In-Between Centre in Palaspali. The event, attended by individuals from different age groups and backgrounds, focused on redefining what it means to be Odia in today’s world.

Kalinga Stadium gets Sports Science Centre

Bureau The News HashtagDecember 11, 202302 mins

Bhubaneswar: In a historic move, Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated India’s largest Sports Science Centre at the Kalinga Stadium, establishing a transformative partnership with Abhinav Bindra. This facility, designed to serve athletes from diverse disciplines, is positioned to become a focal point for injury management, rehabilitation, recovery, and performance enhancement. It promises to comprehensively address…

Harmanpreet Kaur and Richa Ghosh Ascend in ICC Women’s T20I Rankings

Bureau The News HashtagMay 14, 2024May 15, 202401 mins

New Delhi: India’s dominance in the recent series against Bangladesh has not only resulted in a comprehensive whitewash but has also propelled several Indian stars up the ranks in the latest ICC Women’s T20I rankings. Following their outstanding performances, Indian players have surged in various categories, setting the stage for an exciting showdown in the…

Odisha Seeks ₹3,069 Crore Central Assistance for Power Sector, Pushes for Disaster-Resilient Infrastructure

Bureau The News HashtagJuly 29, 202502 mins

Bhubaneswar: To strengthen Odisha’s power sector and enhance disaster resilience, Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo met with Hon’ble Union Minister for Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal today in New Delhi. The meeting focused on several key demands, including urgent financial support and additional power allocation to meet the state’s growing energy…

Paradip Port Authority Sets Record-breaking Cargo Throughout in January 2024

Bureau The News HashtagFebruary 1, 202402 mins

Paradip: Paradip Port Authority (PPA) marked a historic achievement in the first month of 2024 by achieving the highest-ever monthly cargo throughput in the history of all Major Ports in India.