Bhubaneswar: A significant development has emerged in the title controversy surrounding Eetha, starring Shraddha Kapoor. Mangala Bansode Karavadikar, the eldest daughter of legendary Lavani artiste Vithabai Narayangaonkar, has publicly stated that their family has no objection to the film’s title. Explaining her position, Mangala said that “Eetha” was an affectionate name by which villagers lovingly…
Bhubaneswar: In a time when grand temples and elaborate Rath Yatra celebrations draw thousands of devotees, a small village in Mayurbhanj district offers a powerful reminder that true devotion transcends grandeur. For the past 38 years, the deities of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra have been worshipped under a simple shelter made of…
Bhubaneswar: Spectacular underwater visuals captured by divers beneath the Mahanadi River near Nandikeswari Path on the Cuttack–Choudwar stretch have revealed massive rocky formations resting quietly on the riverbed. Resembling submerged hills or cliffs, the formations have sparked curiosity about the geological history hidden beneath one of Odisha’s most important rivers. At first glance, the enormous…
Bhubaneswar: The Higher Education Department, Government of Odisha has directed all colleges across the state to establish a 500-metre drug-free zone around their campuses to promote a safe, healthy and conducive academic environment for students. Issued in accordance with the guidelines of the Narco Coordination Centre, the directive aims to shield students from the influence…
Bhubaneswar: The traditional Kapadaganda textile and Linga wall motifs of the Dongria Kondh from the Niyamgiri Hills have gained widespread recognition for preserving one of Odisha’s oldest living tribal artistic traditions. The recognition of Kapadaganda with a Geographical Indication (GI) Tag has helped showcase this indigenous craft on national and international platforms while strengthening efforts…
Bhubaneswar: Government of Odisha has directed all government and government-aided schools across the state to constitute new School Management Committees (SMCs) under the SMC Guidelines 2026, with 75% of members comprising parents or guardians of enrolled students. Under the revised framework, the earlier dual system of School Management Committees (SMCs) and School Management & Development…
Bhubaneswar: Health & Family Welfare Department, Government of Odisha has initiated stringent disciplinary action against medical professionals participating in the ongoing statewide health services boycott. In an official directive issued on July 2, 2026, the department ordered authorities to withhold the salaries of striking government medical officers and warned that contractual doctors who continue to…
Bhubaneswar: National Institute of Technology Rourkela researchers have developed an innovative smart wound dressing that aims to reduce infection, minimize pain during dressing changes, and accelerate the healing process. The advanced dressing combines chitosan-coated gauze with a nanofibrous layer infused with curcumin, the natural bioactive compound found in turmeric known for its antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory…
Bhubaneswar: The scale of destruction emerging from Venezuela is heartbreaking. Two powerful earthquakes, measuring 7.2 and 7.5 in magnitude, struck less than a minute apart west of the capital, Caracas, causing widespread damage, collapsing buildings and triggering frantic rescue efforts across affected regions. Families have been left searching through rubble for loved ones, while emergency…
Bhubaneswar: Some journeys are not measured in medals. They are measured in courage, perseverance and the lives we touch along the way. At just 25 years old, Pallabi Deuri has already lived a story that embodies determination and resilience. Once a promising sprinter from Assam, she earned recognition on the athletics track with an impressive…