New Odisha Age

When Faith Meets the Fault Lines of Secularism

Bhubaneswar: The recent Deepam lighting row in Tamil Nadu has once again brought to the surface a long-simmering debate in Indian public life: where does secular governance end and where does the freedom to practise faith begin? The controversy, triggered by the state government’s decision to prevent Hindu devotees from lighting diyas or lamps in…

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‘Dhurandhar’ and the Uneasy Power of Political Cinema

Bhubaneswar: Cinema has never been a neutral art form. From its earliest days, it has reflected power, politics, pain and patriotism. Dhurandhar, directed by Aditya Dhar, arrives firmly within this tradition — unapologetic, provocative and deeply polarising. The fierce debate it has ignited says as much about the times we live in as it does…

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The Ayodhya Dhwaja: Symbolism, Politics, and the Future of Indian Civilisation

Bhubaneswar: The hoisting of the saffron Dhwaja atop the newly completed Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Temple marks far more than the culmination of a monumental construction project. It is the arrival of a moment that blends religion, culture, politics, and national identity—each layered with its own meaning, each carrying its own weight. On Tuesday, when Prime…

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Stop Comparing, Start Growing: A Message for the Youth

Bhubaneswar: In today’s fast-paced and hyper-competitive world, many children and young people find themselves constantly comparing their lives, talents, and achievements with those of their peers. This culture of comparison has become not just common, but fashionable fueled by social media, academic competition, and societal expectations. As a result, the younger generation often struggles with…

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Responsibility of the Media

Bhubaneswar: Media is the fourth pillar of democracy. The primary responsibility of media is to identify and analyze the lacunas of the other three pillars, administrative, executive and judiciary. Journalism strengthens the society, creates public opinion and demands answers from the government. So the analytical capacity and power of the media is comparatively more. It…

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The Global Narrative on the Pehalgam Terror Attack

Bhubaneswar: The Pehalgam terror attack in Kashmir, India was not correctly understood about the sensitivity and why Kashmir is the flash point of terrorism and why this place is the most militarized regions on the planet. When the attack happened it was just like another world news story that appeared on global media. Considering it…

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The History of Balochistan

Bhubaneswar: Pakistan has seen many nasty crisis in the past, economic, military rule, politicaldrama etc. But the situation at present has come to its survival. The Balochistanissue is dominating all the media, international, Pakistan media and Indian media.Baluchistan is preparing it’s own army indicates the escalation of this issue evenmore in the future. But the…

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