Bhubaneswar: Santilata Barik Chhotray, a celebrated Odia bhajan singer, breathed her last at the age of 63 while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in the city on Monday. The news was confirmed by her husband, Basant Chhotray. Chhotray had been battling throat cancer for some time, and her health had been deteriorating, leading to…
Dubai: Virat Kohli’s unbeaten 100 guided India to a dominant six-wicket victory over Pakistan in their Group A clash at the Dubai International Stadium on Sunday. With this win, India became the first team to qualify for the semi-finals of the 2025 ICC Champions Trophy, while Pakistan’s campaign now hangs by a thread. Chasing 242…
Goa: Japanese Film ‘Ring Wandering’, a film which resurrects memories of Tokyo’s hidden war-torn past, bags the Golden Peacock award at the closing ceremony 52ndedition of the International Film Festival of India (IFFI). Golden Peacock Award for the Best Movie – ‘The Ring Wandering’ pic.twitter.com/8jIba21GMf — International Film Festival of India (@IFFIGoa) November 28, 2021…
Bhubaneswar: The two-day All India Tribal Writers’ Meet commenced at Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA) University, concerns were raised about the disappearing indigenous languages, with nearly 40% of the world’s 7,000 languages and dialects, spoken by various indigenous groups, already lost. K Sreenivasarao, Secretary of the Sahitya Akademi, conveyed that the dwindling languages reflect a broader…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World No Tobacco Day, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched an ambitious statewide awareness campaign against tobacco and narcotic substance abuse at Lok Seva Bhawan Convention Hall, urging citizens—especially the youth—to “Say No to Tobacco, Say Yes to Life.” With tobacco consumption claiming nearly 14 lakh lives annually in India—about…
Bhubaneswar: The 4th Indian Open Under-23 Athletics Championship concluded today in Patna, Bihar, with athletes from Odisha making a significant mark. The 18-member Odisha team bagged a total of 7 medals, including 5 gold and 2 silver, securing third place in the overall medal tally. Ace sprinter Animesh Kujur stole the spotlight, clinching two gold…
New Delhi: In a historic move, six Indian individuals will join the French military team marching down the majestic Kartavya Path alongside Indian contingents at the 75th Republic Day parade on Friday.
Bhubaneswar: Team USA has landed in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, as they prepare to participate in the FIH Pro League 2024.
Goa: The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) culminated in grandeur with the screening of its closing film, Dry Season (Sukho), directed by acclaimed Czech filmmaker Bohdan Sláma. The Press Conference, organized by the Press Information Bureau, shed light on the film’s poignant exploration of environmental challenges, family dynamics, and generational divides. Set against…
Bhubaneswar: The Capital Hospital in Bhubaneswar is set to expand its Intensive Care Unit (ICU) capacity from 16 beds to 40, marking a significant boost to its critical care facilities. The decision was announced by Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi, chairperson of the hospital’s Rogi Kalyan Samiti (Patient Welfare Committee), following a governing body meeting of…
