1,00,000 limited-edition ₹10 reward envelopes across 5,000 machines, each carrying benefits worth over ₹5,000 Bhubaneswar: : For ₹10, consumers can now pick up more than a snack at their office vending machine. Times Prime is celebrating its birthday with Born to Reward and has partnered with Daalchini to place 1,00,000 limited-edition reward envelopes in vending…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s famous Chilika Lake has welcomed its first migratory flamingos of the season earlier than usual, bringing excitement among bird lovers despite the prevailing hot and humid weather. The early arrival of the colourful visitors has raised hopes of a stronger migratory bird season at the lagoon, although the total number of birds expected…
Ankush Hazra and an ensemble cast come together for Sony AATH’s unscripted comedy cooking show, premiering 3rd October 2026 Bhubaneswar: : What began as a seemingly regular media lunch in Kolkata quickly turned into a kitchen full of surprises as Sony AATH unveiled their upcoming original ‘Raandhuni Na Kaanduni’. Hosted by Ankush Hazra, the immersive ‘Kitchen Takeover’ gave…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is exploring new market opportunities for its nutrient-rich and biofortified rice varieties, with the state government focusing on stronger market linkages for farmers and Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs). Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo said representatives from Iran and other parts of India participated in discussions on promoting…
Bhubaneswar: External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar has warned of a possible “major food crisis” in the coming months, saying the ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Iran, along with disruptions to energy and fertiliser supplies, are placing severe pressure on economies across the Global South. Speaking during a conversation hosted by the Asia Society, Jaishankar said…
Bhubaneswar: Trufrost & Butler is launching its new 1,800 sq. ft. Culinary Lab & Experience Centre in Kolkata on September 21, 2026, giving hospitality professionals across East India a dedicated space to test commercial kitchen, refrigeration, bakery, coffee and bar equipment before investing. The centre is built as a working environment, not a conventional showroom. Chefs, consultants, entrepreneurs and…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Cooperative Milk Producers’ Federation (OMFED) will increase its milk procurement price by ₹2 per litre from September 11, providing relief to dairy farmers facing rising production costs. The decision was announced by Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Minister Gokulananda Mallick following demands from farmers affected by increased cattle feed and transportation…
Bhubaneswar: On the occasion of World Coconut Day, the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) has developed ‘Konark’, the state’s first indigenous hybrid coconut variety after nearly 18 years of research. The hybrid has been developed by crossing the Sakhigopal and Gangabondam varieties. According to OUAT, ‘Konark’ is expected to produce more than 150…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has advised principals of government-run and aided colleges to reduce the use of cooking oil in hostel and canteen food as part of efforts to promote healthier and more sustainable food practices. In a directive issued by Deputy Secretary Ramesh Chandra Behera, colleges have been asked to remove high-oil breakfast items…
Bhubaneswar: YSR Kadapa district is transforming the delivery of school meals through its SMART Kitchen Initiative, combining modern infrastructure, technology, efficient logistics, sustainability and community participation to improve nutrition for children. Implemented under the Aspirational Districts and Aspirational Blocks Programmes, the initiative has established 38 SMART Kitchens across the district, serving nearly 1 lakh children…