New Odisha Age

Category: Health

Nabarangpur Records Highest Child Marriage Prevalence in Odisha Despite Ongoing Prevention Efforts

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

BHUBANESWAR: Nabarangpur district has recorded the highest prevalence of child marriage in Odisha, highlighting the continued challenge of ending the practice despite sustained government interventions and awareness campaigns. Official data indicate that child marriage prevalence in the district stands at 39.4 per cent. Authorities have been actively working to prevent underage marriages, stopping hundreds of…

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Odisha Awaits Its Most Vibrant Season as Raja Parba and Ratha Yatra Draw Near

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

BHUBANESWAR: As the scorching summer gradually gives way to the monsoon, Odisha is preparing for two of its most cherished cultural celebrations—Raja Parba and Ratha Yatra—marking the beginning of what many consider the state’s most vibrant and festive period of the year. The season begins with the celebration of Raja Parba, a unique festival that…

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India Advises Citizens to Avoid Non-Essential Travel to Congo, Uganda and South Sudan Amid Ebola Concerns

Sarmistha Kabi01 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has advised Indian citizens to avoid all non-essential travel to Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda and South Sudan until further notice in view of the evolving Ebola outbreak situation in the region. The advisory also urged Indian nationals currently residing in or travelling to these countries to strictly follow…

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Kolkata to Host International Day of Yoga 2026 Main Event; Theme Announced as “Yoga for Healthy Aging”

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Ayush has announced that Kolkata will host the main national event for the International Day of Yoga 2026 (#IDY2026), with this year’s theme finalised as “Yoga for Healthy Aging.” The announcement was made during the 25-day countdown programme to International Day of Yoga held at Khajuraho Group of Monuments, where thousands…

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Cabinet Approves Continuation of SARTHAK PDS Scheme With ₹25,530 Crore Central Allocation

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the “Scheme for Assistance in Ration Transport and Handling-Income with Automation in Public Distribution System” (SARTHAK PDS) as an umbrella scheme aimed at strengthening and modernising India’s public distribution network. The scheme focuses on improving food grain transportation, enhancing support for fair price shops and accelerating…

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Delhi Heatwave Triggers Surge In Bird And Stray Animal Distress Cases

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The ongoing severe heatwave in Delhi and the National Capital Region (NCR) is taking a serious toll on birds and stray animals, with veterinarians and animal rescuers reporting a sharp rise in cases of dehydration, heatstroke, infections, and exhaustion. With temperatures crossing 45 degrees Celsius in several areas, extreme heat and dry conditions have…

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India Issues Ebola Travel Advisory As African Outbreak Raises Global Health Concerns

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: India has issued a travel advisory asking citizens to avoid non-essential travel to Democratic Republic of the Congo, Uganda, and South Sudan following the worsening Ebola outbreak in central Africa. The advisory was issued after the World Health Organization (WHO) classified the outbreak as a global public health emergency amid rising infections and fatalities…

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Puri To Host BRICS Technical Meeting On Disaster Risk Reduction In June

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: The second BRICS Technical Meeting on Disaster Risk Reduction, hosted by India, will be held in Puri from June 3 to 5, 2026, bringing together disaster management experts and officials from BRICS nations and partner countries. The high-level meeting will focus on strengthening international cooperation in disaster preparedness, risk reduction, climate resilience, and emergency…

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Odisha Power Demand Touches Record 6,739 MW Amid Severe Heatwave

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has recorded its highest-ever electricity demand as the ongoing severe heatwave pushed power consumption across the state to an unprecedented 6,739 megawatts (MW), surpassing last year’s peak demand of 6,447 MW. The sharp rise in electricity usage has been primarily driven by increased cooling requirements during extreme summer temperatures affecting large parts of…

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Odisha Zoos Implement Special Measures To Protect Animals From Extreme Summer Heat

Sarmistha Kabi02 mins

Bhubaneswar: Authorities at Nandankanan Zoological Park and Sambalpur Zoo have introduced extensive summer heat mitigation measures to protect animals and birds from rising temperatures and severe heat wave conditions across Odisha. Zoo officials said special arrangements have been made to ensure animal comfort and prevent heat-related stress during the peak summer season. As part of…

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