Puri: On the eve of Janmashtami, heritage enthusiasts from across Odisha gathered at Sankhakshetra Puri for a memorable experience. The inaugural session of the Puri Heritage Walks initiative introduced participants to the rich cultural traditions and the deep-rooted Jagannath cult surrounding the world-famous temple, a symbol of Odia heritage.
Kolkata: In a daring night-time rescue, the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) successfully saved 11 crew members from the distressed cargo vessel MV ITT Puma on August 26, 2024. The Mumbai-registered general cargo vessel, en route from Kolkata to Port Blair, reportedly sank approximately 90 nautical miles south of Sagar Island, West Bengal. The distress call was…
Memphis, Tennessee: On August 25, 2024, Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh concluded his U.S. visit with a stop at the National Civil Rights Museum in Memphis, where he interacted with members of the Indian diaspora from across the region. The museum, which chronicles the history of the civil rights movement in the United States, is notably…
Mumbai: The 2024-25 Indian Super League (ISL) season will kick off with a thrilling encounter between defending league champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant and last season’s Cup winners Mumbai City FC. The match is set for September 13 at the iconic Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan in Kolkata, setting the stage for a highly anticipated showdown. In…
Bhubaneswar: Around 5,000 chickens were culled at a poultry farm in the Pili area of Puri district after bird flu was confirmed in the region. A special Rapid Response Team (RRT) initiated the culling operation in Abalpur near Pipili, the epicenter of the outbreak. Additional Director of Animal Disease Control, Dr. Jagannath Nanda, reported that…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to advance women empowerment, the Odisha government, in collaboration with the central government, has honored 1 lakh self-help group (SHG) members as “Lakhpati Didis” under the ambitious Lakhpati Didi programme. This recognition celebrates the exceptional contribution of these women to entrepreneurship and community development. The Lakhpati Didi programme aims to support…
Berhampur/Bhubaneswar: The Institute of Driving Training and Research in Berhampur marked its first anniversary with a ceremony held at its Palur Hills-based facility. Odisha’s Commerce and Transport Minister, Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, attended as the Chief Guest, highlighting the state’s efforts to reduce road accidents through driver training initiatives like the SuVahak program. Minister Jena praised the…
Bhubaneswar – In response to the alarming rise in elephant deaths across Odisha, the Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) has called for an urgent performance report from wildlife protection squads deployed throughout the state. The move comes after over 40 elephant fatalities were reported in the current fiscal year, raising concerns about the effectiveness…
New Delhi: Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh chaired a pivotal bilateral meeting on US-India Civil Nuclear Commerce at Prithvi Bhavan, marking a significant deepening of cooperation between the two nations in science, technology, and clean energy. The meeting highlighted the growing partnership in critical sectors, from space exploration to clean energy technologies, which are vital for…
Sydney, Australia: The 10th round of negotiations for the India-Australia Comprehensive Economic Cooperation Agreement (CECA) was held from August 19-22, 2024, in Sydney, covering key areas such as Goods, Services, Digital Trade, Government Procurement, Rules of Origin, and Agri-tech. The talks marked a crucial step toward finalizing the agreement, with intense discussions aimed at narrowing differences…
