Bhubaneswar: Health experts have raised concerns over the practice of placing thin plastic sheets beneath hot breakfast and street food items, warning that the materials may release toxic chemicals when exposed to heat. According to experts, many of these plastic sheets are made from recycled or low-grade materials that can contain harmful substances such as…
Bhubaneswar: India successfully conducted a test of an advanced Agni missile equipped with Multiple Independently Targeted Re-Entry Vehicle (MIRV) technology from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island on May 8, 2026. According to officials, the missile was flight-tested with multiple payloads capable of striking different targets simultaneously across a wide geographical area in the Indian Ocean…
Bhubaneswar: MPJ Jewellers, one of the leading jewellery brands in Bengal and Eastern India, proudly announces the grand opening of its newest showroom in Madhyamgram. With a legacy spanning over eight decades, the brand continues to strengthen its presence, marking yet another milestone in its journey of delivering exquisite craftsmanship and serving generations of customers….
Bhubaneswar: Karuppu, directed by RJ Balaji in his action directorial debut, has generated strong anticipation ahead of its release, with advance bookings witnessing a sharp rise across several markets. The film features Suriya in a dual role as lawyer Saravanan and the possessed deity Karuppuswamy, with the narrative centred on the fight against injustice faced…
Bhubaneswar: Suvendu Adhikari on Friday took oath as the first Chief Minister of West Bengal from the Bharatiya Janata Party, marking a major political shift in the state. The oath of office and secrecy was administered by Governor R. N. Ravi at a ceremony held at Brigade Parade Ground. Along with Adhikari, senior BJP leaders…
Bhubaneswar: The Atal Pension Yojana has completed 11 years of implementation, emerging as one of India’s largest social security initiatives aimed at providing retirement protection to workers in the unorganised sector. Launched to strengthen financial inclusion and pension coverage, the scheme has significantly expanded its reach over the past decade, helping millions of low-income workers…
Bhubaneswar: While mango varieties such as Alphonso and Dussehri dominate national markets and conversations, Odisha continues to nurture a wide range of indigenous mango varieties that have been preserved through generations of traditional cultivation practices. Among the most widely preferred native varieties is Bombai, especially popular across coastal Odisha for its sweetness, aroma, and juicy…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has initiated plans to expand water-based adventure tourism by identifying suitable locations across five districts — Puri, Ganjam, Jagatsinghpur, Sambalpur, and Sundargarh. As part of the initiative, a joint technical team will carry out physical verification of proposed tourism sites between May 4 and May 20. The exercise will cover beaches,…
Bhubaneswar: Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) have assured consumers that there is no shortage of petrol or diesel in Odisha, stating that fuel supplies across the state remain stable despite temporary disruptions reported in some districts. According to officials, a sudden spike in fuel demand in border areas during the beginning of May led to short-term…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Government will launch an Annual Free Health Check-up Camp for workers aged 40 years and above under the framework of the new labour codes on May 7, aimed at strengthening preventive healthcare and worker welfare across the country. The initiative will be launched by Mansukh Mandaviya from ESIC Hospital Basaidarapur under the…