Bhubaneswar: The Board of Secondary Education has officially announced the schedule for the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) 2026, a mandatory qualification for candidates aspiring to become teachers in the state. Key Dates Application Window: March 26 to April 9, 2026 (online mode) Admit Card Release: May 15, 2026 Examination Date: May 29, 2026 Candidates…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s traditional summer staple, pakhala, is receiving scientific recognition after a study by All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) highlighted its nutritional and health benefits, particularly its role in improving gut health and immunity. Fermented Food with Probiotic Power Pakhala, a fermented rice-based dish, is prepared by soaking cooked rice in water and…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant move to popularise its rich culinary heritage, the Government of Odisha has announced a new scheme to support the establishment of authentic Odia cuisine restaurants across India, with financial assistance of up to ₹5 crore per project. Capital Subsidy and Financial Incentives Under the initiative, eligible entrepreneurs will receive a 30%…
Bhubaneswar: Aakash Institute today announced the launch of its Specialized Academic Programs designed specifically for students of the West Bengal Council of Higher Secondary Education (WBCHSE). The initiative is aimed at helping students adapt to the evolving academic structure under the new semester-based system while simultaneously preparing for competitive examinations such as NEET and WBJEE….
Bhubaneswar: The Government of Odisha has launched a major initiative to promote sports and youth engagement in remote and Maoist-affected regions under its “Gramodaya” campaign. As part of the programme, the Department of Sports and Youth Services will distribute sports kits to 485 villages across 10 districts in the state, aiming to integrate youth into…
Bhubaneswar: The Institute of Leadership, Entrepreneurship and Development iLEAD, Kolkata, celebrated its Annual Day & Awards Ceremony 2026 on February 5, 2026, at G.D. Birla Sabhagar. The event showcased diverse talents of students and staff through captivating performances. The event commenced with the Investiture Ceremony of the Students’ Council, where newly elected members took oath, pledging…
Bhubaneswar: Kusunpur village in Kendrapada district of Odisha is set to be transformed into the state’s first smart village under an ambitious initiative led by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), functioning under the Ministry of Science and Technology. The project aims to convert the village—home to around 130 families and a population…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Sangathan (OAVS) is facing a significant shortage of teaching staff, with 1,829 positions currently vacant across Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs), according to official information. Authorities said the recruitment process is currently underway to fill the vacancies and strengthen academic support in the state-run schools. To minimise disruption to classroom teaching,…
Cuttack/Tangi, March 12, 2026: To mark World Kidney Day 2026, Padmini Care Hospital organized a mega awareness Walkathon and health seminar today, centered on the global theme: “Kidney Health for All: Caring for People, Protecting the Planet.” The event commenced at 9:00 AM from the Padmini Care Main Gate, where a large group of healthcare…
Bhubaneswar: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved the renaming of Kalahandi University at Bhawanipatna as Maa Manikeshwari University, named after the presiding deity of Kalahandi district. The approval, which had been pending since 2023, clears a major administrative hurdle that had left students facing difficulties in receiving proper certificates for nearly five years. With…