Bhubaneswar: We express deep disappointment over the recent statement made by social media influencer Subhankar Mishra, wherein he claimed that couples—married or unmarried—should not visit the Puri Sri Jagannath Temple together due to an alleged “curse” by Radha Rani. This assertion is not only factually baseless but also reflects a profound lack of understanding of…
Bhubaneswar: Actor Aishwarya Rai Bachchan made headlines on Saturday after delivering a powerful speech at the Sri Sathya Sai Baba Birth Centenary Year celebrations, an event attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar, and several Union ministers. The gathering, held at Prasanthi Nilayam, witnessed a series of cultural and spiritual programs marking…
Kolkata, 17th November 2025: Pradip Chopra, Chairman of iLEAD, delivered a captivating one-hour online lecture on “Ethics is Good Business” to students of Capital University’s management institute in Columbus, Ohio. The virtual session emphasized the importance of ethics and fair dealing in building a strong brand reputation and goodwill in the market. During the lecture, Mr….
Bhubaneswar: The much-awaited 25th Rajdhani Book Fair commenced today in the capital city, bringing together book lovers, students, publishers, and literary enthusiasts from across Odisha. The fair, which will continue from November 14 to November 23, is being held at the Durga Puja Mandap Ground in Sahid Nagar, one of Bhubaneswar’s busiest cultural hubs. The…
Bhubaneswar: Every stage of a child’s educational journey—from K–12 schooling to higher education—plays a crucial role in shaping who they become. It is a continuous path of exploration, learning, and growth, where each phase contributes distinctively to the child’s overall development. Early Childhood: The Foundation Years The early years of life are marked by rapid…
Kolkata, India, 15 November 2025: The Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship & Development (iLEAD) successfully conducted its Student Council Elections 2025 on November 5, drawing a large number of students and staff to the polls. The event was held under the careful supervision of teachers and mentors, ensuring transparency, fairness and discipline throughout the process. The elections were…
Bhubaneswar: The Association of Indian Universities (AIU) has suspended the membership of Al-Falah University in Faridabad, Haryana, with immediate effect, following its alleged link to individuals involved in the Delhi Red Fort car blast on November 10. The decision, conveyed through an official AIU letter dated November 13, 2025, cites “media reports” and states that…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to script a new industrial chapter with Paradip at its centre, as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday unveiled plans to develop the port city into a critical industrial and logistics hub for eastern India. The announcement came alongside the launch of a ₹40,000-crore Green Hydrogen Hub, one of only…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj announced on Thursday that the State Government will roll out a week-long awareness campaign across colleges and universities to promote health, fitness, and nutrition among students while curbing substance abuse on campuses. The initiative comes in line with the University Grants Commission (UGC)’s recent directive to ensure drug-free…
Bhubaneswar: An upcoming Bollywood film, The Taj Story, starring Paresh Rawal, is placing one of India’s most celebrated monuments—the Taj Mahal—back in the spotlight by questioning its origin. The film poses the provocative question: Was the Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum, or does it have earlier roots as a Hindu temple?…
