Bhubaneswar: In a significant urban expansion move, 71 villages on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar are set to be merged with the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC). The proposal, long under consideration by the state government, has now gained momentum with the Housing and Urban Development Department officially notifying the Khordha District Collector to initiate the process….
Bhubaneswar: In a first-of-its-kind initiative, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) is setting up a dedicated ‘Gupchup Market’ in the city to offer residents a clean, organised, and safe space to enjoy one of Odisha’s favourite snacks — gupchup (pani puri). The project, launched as a pilot initiative, aims to streamline roadside vending and ease traffic…
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: The historic Baliyatra, one of Odisha’s grandest and most celebrated fairs, commenced in Cuttack on Tuesday with cultural splendor, festive lights, and the participation of thousands of visitors, traders, and artisans. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi and Governor Raghubar Das extended their greetings to the people of Odisha, describing Baliyatra as a proud celebration…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is set to script a new industrial chapter with Paradip at its centre, as Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday unveiled plans to develop the port city into a critical industrial and logistics hub for eastern India. The announcement came alongside the launch of a ₹40,000-crore Green Hydrogen Hub, one of only…
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: For centuries, the Indian thali — with its rice, roti, dal, and curries — has been celebrated as a wholesome meal symbolising the country’s culinary diversity. But behind its comforting familiarity lies a growing health concern: too many carbohydrates and too little protein. According to a recent Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) survey,…
Bhubaneswar: Television actress Mahi Vij has strongly refuted ongoing rumours about her alleged separation from husband Jay Bhanushali. The actress, visibly upset over the false reports circulating online, took to social media to slam the baseless speculation, warning that she will take legal action against those spreading misinformation about her marriage. Mahi Vij and Jay…
