Bhubaneswar: In a major boost to Odisha’s cultural and artistic landscape, the Centre has approved the establishment of a branch of the National Gallery of Modern Art (NGMA) in Bhubaneswar with a proposed investment of ₹630 crore. The Ministry of Culture formally communicated its intention to set up the prestigious institution in the Odisha capital…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha is witnessing a significant rise in obesity and diabetes risk, with the latest findings of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)-6 (2023-24) revealing a growing public health challenge across the state. According to the survey, nearly three out of every ten women aged 15-49 years in Odisha are now classified as overweight or…
Bhubaneswar: A fire broke out in the Talabania region of the Balukhand Wildlife Sanctuary near Puri on Friday night, scorching a section of dry forest and prompting an immediate response from fire and forest officials concerned about the safety of wildlife in the area. The blaze spread through dry vegetation within the sanctuary, an ecologically…
Bhubaneswar: The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has directed all food business operators across the country to immediately discontinue the use of newspapers for packing, wrapping, or serving food, citing significant health and safety concerns. In a fresh advisory, the food safety regulator warned that newspapers are not suitable for direct contact…
Bhubaneswar: The World Meteorological Organization (WMO) has warned that there is an 80 percent probability of an El Niño event developing between June and August, raising concerns about its potential impact on global weather patterns, temperatures, and rainfall distribution. El Niño is a naturally occurring climate phenomenon characterized by the periodic warming of sea surface…
Bhubaneswar: India’s agricultural sector has undergone a significant transformation over the past 12 years, with government policies increasingly focused on empowering farmers through higher productivity, improved income security, stronger market access, and enhanced resilience against climate and economic challenges. The shift marks a move beyond traditional welfare measures toward a comprehensive approach aimed at building…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha’s tourism sector is witnessing remarkable growth, with more than 56 lakh tourists visiting the state between January and May 2026. The surge in arrivals reflects the state’s expanding appeal as it strengthens its position as one of India’s fastest-growing tourism destinations. Leading the growth is the temple town of Puri, which registered a…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast that the southwest monsoon is likely to make its onset over Kerala within the next two to three days, signaling the beginning of the country’s crucial four-month rainy season. The latest forecast comes after the IMD had earlier projected the monsoon’s arrival around May 26, ahead of…
BHUBANESWAR: The Odisha State Disaster Management Authority has activated enhanced emergency preparedness measures and issued Orange and Yellow weather alerts across multiple districts of Odisha amid forecasts of intense Kalbaisakhi thunderstorms, lightning, heavy rainfall and strong winds. The alerts will remain in effect from May 30 to June 5, 2026, as a strengthened trough line…
BHUBANESWAR: Odisha may face a challenging monsoon season this year, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) indicating the possibility of below-normal rainfall across parts of the state during the June–September southwest monsoon period. According to IMD’s seasonal outlook, the Monsoon Core Zone (MCZ), which includes large parts of Odisha, is expected to receive below-normal rainfall….