Puri: Participating In the 19th edition of the Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) on Sunday last, the heritage enthusiasts explored the Lokanath Marg. Starting from the Bargi Mahavir Temple located at Chhapan Chhak, they discussed the history of the area. Heritage researcher Ashoka Manjari Nayak explained the origin of the name Bargi Mahavir. The Bargis or Marathas used to enter and launch their attacks through the…
Bhubaneswar: Visitors at the Nyaya Sanhita Exhibition witnessed a rare glimpse into the history of communication as the Odisha Police showcased its unique Pigeon Service, believed to be the only functional service of its kind in the world. As part of the exhibition, officials conducted a live demonstration in which two groups of nine pigeons…
Balasore: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) on Monday organised the ‘Sushree’ workshop at the Proof and Experimental Establishment in Chandipur, Balasore to promote women’s leadership and participation in science and defence research as part of the celebrations of International Women’s Day. Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg inaugurated the workshop, which was held under…
Bhubaneswar: The Fit India Carnival 2026 will be held in Puri district from March 15 to 17 through a joint initiative of the Sports Authority of India and the Department of Sports and Youth Services. The event aims to promote a healthy and active lifestyle among people under the Fit India Mission. A review meeting…
Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday informed the Odisha Legislative Assembly that 54 communal riot incidents and seven cases of mob lynching were reported across Odisha between June 2024 and February 2026. Responding to a written question by BJD MLA Goutam Buddha Das, the Chief Minister provided district-wise details of the cases registered…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) currently stands at 30, higher than the national average of 25, Health and Family Welfare Minister Mukesh Mahaling informed the Odisha Legislative Assembly on Monday. Replying to a query raised by MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati, the minister said that despite the higher rate, the state has recorded a significant…
Bhopal: A Namibian cheetah, Jwala the cheetah, has given birth to five cubs at Kuno National Park in Madhya Pradesh, marking another significant milestone in India’s cheetah conservation efforts. Announcing the development, Union Environment, Forest and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav said the birth has taken the number of cheetah cubs born in India to…
Ahmedabad: India scripted history by successfully defending the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title after a commanding 96-run victory over New Zealand in the final at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad on Sunday, becoming the first team to retain the trophy. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, India lifted their third T20 World Cup crown…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida attended the second day of the Subhadra Shakti Leadership Conference organised by the Mission Shakti Department at Konark on the occasion of International Women’s Day, highlighting the growing role of women in driving social and economic change. Addressing the gathering, Parida said women are no longer confined to…
Mumbai:India defeated England by seven runs in a thrilling second semi-final of the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup at the Wankhede Stadium in Mumbai, booking a place in the final against New Zealand. The title clash will be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad. Batting first, India posted a massive 253 for 7,…
