Cuttack: The grandeur of the historic Bali Yatra, Asia’s largest open-air trade fair, is being dampened by mounting piles of garbage and an unbearable stench across the fairgrounds. The unsanitary conditions have drawn sharp criticism from both visitors and traders. From food stalls to walkways, trash — including plastic bags, leftover food, and disposable cups…
Bhubaneswar: As winter sets in, India’s most celebrated season — the wedding season — is back in full swing. Over the next three months, the country is expected to witness nearly 46 lakh weddings, driving a massive ₹6.5 lakh crore boost to the economy, according to estimates from industry associations. From luxury hotels to small…
Bhubaneswar: To handle the anticipated surge of passengers during the Kartik Purnima celebrations, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has announced special train services between Berhampur (Brahmapur) and Puri, aimed at facilitating devotees travelling to the holy town for Boita Bandana and other rituals associated with the auspicious full moon day. According to an official release,…
Bhubaneswar: With just two days left for the curtain to rise on the historic Baliyatra, preparations are in full swing across Cuttack. The district administration is giving final touches to the arrangements to ensure that this year’s edition of the iconic fair — one of Asia’s largest open-air festivals — is more vibrant, immersive, and…
Bhubaneswar: On the last Monday of the sacred Kartika month, the revered Dhabaleswar shrine in Cuttack district came alive with spiritual fervour as thousands of devotees gathered to celebrate the auspicious ‘Bada Osha’ festival. The air resonated with the sound of conch shells, devotional chants, and the fragrance of incense, marking one of the holiest…
Bhubaneswar: After weeks of record-breaking gains, gold prices have witnessed their steepest fall in over a decade, marking a sharp correction in the global bullion market. International gold rates tumbled more than 5%, slipping below $4,100 per ounce, while in India, domestic prices dropped by nearly ₹4,000 per 10 grams ahead of Diwali. Market experts…
Bhubaneswar: This Diwali, India is not just glowing with lights and festivity — the economy, too, is dazzling. According to data released by the Confederation of All India Traders (CAIT), Diwali 2025 sales have touched a record ₹6.05 lakh crore, marking one of the strongest festive seasons in the country’s trading history. The report highlights…
Bhubaneswar: Gold and silver prices are witnessing a sharp rise in Odisha as the wedding and festive season approaches, driven by strong market demand. Analysts predict that the upward trend is likely to continue in the coming days. Currently, the price of 22-carat gold has crossed Rs 1,20,000 per 10 grams, reflecting sustained buying by…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended heartfelt greetings to the nation on Dhanteras 2025, praying for happiness, prosperity, and good health for all citizens. Taking to social media platform X, Modi said, “Heartfelt Dhanteras greetings to all my family members in the country. On this sacred occasion, I pray for everyone’s happiness, prosperity,…
Strap: A chance to reserve a Jawa or Yezdi motorcycle before stocks run out in the festive rush for just Rs 999; prices slashed to below Rs 2-lakh on most of the variants of the eight iconic Jawa and Yezdi motorbikes, after GST 2.0 Kolkata: Jawa Yezdi Motorcycles is going live with a compelling range of…