Bhubaneswar: Gold and silver prices are witnessing a sharp rise in Odisha as the wedding and festive season approaches, driven by strong market demand. Analysts predict that the upward trend is likely to continue in the coming days. Currently, the price of 22-carat gold has crossed Rs 1,20,000 per 10 grams, reflecting sustained buying by…
Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday extended heartfelt greetings to the nation on Dhanteras 2025, praying for happiness, prosperity, and good health for all citizens. Taking to social media platform X, Modi said, “Heartfelt Dhanteras greetings to all my family members in the country. On this sacred occasion, I pray for everyone’s happiness, prosperity,…
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…
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, 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…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Sunday strongly condemned West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee’s recent remark suggesting that “girls should not go out at night,” calling it regressive and disappointing. Speaking to reporters in Bhubaneswar, Parida said that such statements from a woman leader of national prominence send a wrong message about…
Applauds the efforts for comprehensive health screening for women Bhubaneswar: Smt. Surama Padhy, Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, visited AIIMS Bhubaneswar yesterday and actively participated in the ongoing Swasth Nari Sashakt Parivar campaign, a significant initiative by the national institute aimed at promoting women’s health and empowering families. During her visit, Speaker Madam underwent…
Leech Therapy introduced for conditions such as non-healing ulcers, varicose veins, and eczema Bhubaneswar: All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Bhubaneswar celebrated the 10th Ayurveda Day with great fervour through a special programme organised at the OPD foyer, yesterday (23rd Sep). The event was graced by Executive Director Dr. Ashutosh Biswas, who emphasised the…
Bhubaneswar: Tension gripped Cuttack city late Tuesday night after violence broke out between two groups during a Durga Puja immersion procession. The clash, reportedly triggered by an argument over loud music, quickly escalated, prompting police intervention. According to eyewitnesses, the incident occurred near the Dargha Bazaar–Haathi Pokhari area when two processions converged. Heated arguments over…