Bhubaneswar: A fresh low-pressure system is likely to form over the southern Bay of Bengal around October 24–25, further intensifying an already active weather pattern over the region, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). The IMD reported that a well-marked low-pressure area currently lies over the southwest Bay of Bengal and is moving west-northwestward….
Bhubaneswar: An upcoming Bollywood film, The Taj Story, starring Paresh Rawal, is placing one of India’s most celebrated monuments—the Taj Mahal—back in the spotlight by questioning its origin. The film poses the provocative question: Was the Taj Mahal built by Emperor Shah Jahan as a mausoleum, or does it have earlier roots as a Hindu temple?…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Tuesday mourned the death of veteran Indian actor Govardhan Asrani, popularly known as Asrani, calling his demise a great loss to Indian cinema. In a heartfelt message shared on social media, Majhi described the news as “deeply saddening” and lauded the actor’s unique humour and remarkable performances that…
Focus on providing in-travel medical facilities THCs can be initiated in various medical institutions AIIMS Bhubaneswar to serve as the central hub, providing guidance, training, and support Representatives from different Ministries, 16 AIIMS, State Medical Colleges, participated Bhubaneswa: AIIMS Bhubaneswar, in collaboration with the Directorate General of Health Services (DGHS), Ministry of Health & Family…
Bhubaneswar: In a welcome move for nature lovers and the tourism industry, the Similipal Tiger Reserve (STR) in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district has reopened earlier than usual this year. The decision comes after favorable weather conditions and completion of road restoration work inside the reserve following the monsoon season. The Similipal Tiger Reserve, one of India’s…
Premiering October 10 on Netflix, this epic animated series delves into the timeless moral conflicts of the Mahabharata through the eyes of 18 warriors, each facing their own defining choices Kolkata – Hi-Tech Animation Studios is proud to announce the global premiere of its highly anticipated animated series – Kurukshetra, debuting on Netflix on October 10, 2025. This milestone marks a major…
Bhubaneswar: Government schools across Odisha are witnessing a gradual decline in student enrolment over the past few years, as more parents—both in rural and urban areas—are choosing private schools for their children’s education. According to data from the School and Mass Education Department, the state has seen a steady fall in the number of students…
Bhubaneswar, Oct 15: Ration card holders in Odisha who have not completed their e-KYC verification will stop receiving rice under the Public Distribution System (PDS) from next month, Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra announced on Tuesday. The decision follows the Central Government’s discontinuation of the e-KYC process, which was mandatory for…
Bhubaneswar: : Bengaluru Torpedoes once again came from behind to register a 11-15, 15-13, 15-11, 15-11 win over the Kolkata Thunderbolts in the RR Kabel Prime Volleyball League powered by Scapia at the Gachibowli Indoor Stadium, Hyderabad on Sunday. Joel Benjamin was named the Player of the Match. Ashwal Rai started on the right side…
Bhubaneswar, Oct 13: In a significant move toward women empowerment, the Odisha government has announced plans to launch the ‘Mahila Su Vahak’ scheme, aimed at encouraging women to take up driving and related professions in the transport sector. The initiative, part of the state’s broader vision for inclusive development, seeks to train, certify, and financially…