Bhubaneswar: In response to the prevailing heat wave conditions, the State government of Odisha has taken proactive measures by announcing morning classes for all students from Class I to XII, effective from April 2. The School and Mass Education department issued an advisory on Saturday, outlining the schedule for morning classes, which will commence from…
Bhubaneswar: The trophy tour of the FIH Odisha Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 has commenced in Bhubaneswar with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik handing over the trophy to Hockey India President Dilip Tirkey. Wishing the trophy tour a grand success, Chief Minister Patnaik said, “I hope the Hockey Men’s World Cup Trophy Tour will build excitement…
The song ‘Naatu Naatu’ from superhit film RRR has won the Golden Globes for Best Original Song in the Best Non-English Language Film category at the 80th Golden Globes. Directed by SS Rajamouli’s the movie RRR is a blockbuster movie released in 2022. The movie gained fan base across the globe. Composed by MM Keeravani…
Bhubaneswar: The Housing and Urban Development Minister of Odisha, Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, has urged officers and staff of the department to embrace the New Year with a renewed sense of purpose and dedication. Addressing a gathering at the Kharavela Bhavan Conference Hall, the Minister highlighted the department’s pivotal role in driving Odisha’s growth and…
Dambulla (Sri Lanka): The Women’s T20 Asia Cup 2024 will open with a blockbuster clash between India and Pakistan in the prime-time slot on July 19 here, according to the final fixtures of the tournament announced on Tuesday. India and Pakistan will take the field for the second match of the day after the United…
Cuttack: Cricket enthusiasts can now enjoy the upcoming India vs England ODI at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack on February 9, 2025, at reduced ticket prices, following a decision made by the Odisha government. The price revisions were finalized during a meeting between the Sports Department and senior officials of the Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) at…
Bhubaneswar: Sujata R. Karthikeyan, the Special Secretary of the Finance Department, has been granted a six-month leave to care for her minor daughter who is preparing for her Class X exams. The leave commenced on May 31, 2024, as per a notification issued by the General Administration (GA) department. The notification, citing Rule 18-D of…
Mumbai: Former India opener and mentor of IPL team Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) Gautam Gambhir has been appointed as the head coach of the India Men’s senior team. The announcement was made by BCCI secretary Jay Shah on Tuesday. Gambhir will succeed Rahul Dravid, who led India to the final of the ICC World Test Championship and the 50-over World Cup in 2023, and also guided the team to victory in the T20 World Cup in 2024.
Bhubaneswar: From the depths of personal hardship has emerged a story of extraordinary courage and resolve that is fast becoming a symbol of women’s empowerment in Odisha. Santoshi Deo of Keonjhar district has transformed a life marked by adversity into one of leadership and inspiration, showing how resilience—backed by timely institutional support—can rewrite destinies. Married…
Bloemfontein: India secured a commanding 214-run victory against New Zealand in the U-19 World Cup Super Sixes at Mangaung Oval, Bloemfontein, marking their third consecutive 200-plus run win in the tournament.
