Bhubaneswar: The University Grants Commission (UGC) has approved the renaming of Kalahandi University at Bhawanipatna as Maa Manikeshwari University, named after the presiding deity of Kalahandi district. The approval, which had been pending since 2023, clears a major administrative hurdle that had left students facing difficulties in receiving proper certificates for nearly five years. With…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha on March 11 marked 12 years since Odia language was officially recognised as a Classical Language of India, a milestone that honours the language’s deep historical and cultural legacy. On this day in 2014, the Union Cabinet of India granted Odia the prestigious Classical Language status, making it the sixth language in the…
Bhubaneswar: The Government of India has absorbed a substantial portion of the recent rise in LPG costs to protect consumers from a sharper price increase, according to a senior official. Speaking on LPG pricing, Sujata Sharma said the current price of a domestic LPG cylinder in New Delhi stands at ₹913, even after a ₹60…
Bhubaneswar: The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has taken action under the Information Technology Act, 2000 to block several Telegram channels accused of illegally streaming copyrighted films and web series. The move follows complaints from major streaming platforms about the unauthorized sharing of popular titles such as the Bigg Boss reality show, the The Family…
Bhubaneswar: The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has decided to replace temporary traffic sheds across the city with permanent structures this summer, citing safety concerns during storms and extreme weather. The decision was taken during a summer preparedness review meeting chaired by Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das. Officials noted that many of the existing temporary sheds used…
Bhubaneswar: The famous Manikapatna curd from Odisha is set to receive a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, with the Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology (OUAT) finalising the application process. Officials said the GI recognition would formally acknowledge the unique identity and traditional preparation methods of the curd produced in Manikapatna, a coastal village in the…
Bhubaneswar: The India national cricket team scripted history by winning their third ICC Men’s T20 World Cup title, defeating the New Zealand national cricket team in a dominant final that also marked India’s first back-to-back triumph and their first T20 World Cup victory on home soil. Led by captain Suryakumar Yadav, India posted a formidable…
Bhubaneswar: The National Commission for Women (NCW) has announced that it will organise a nationwide Mahila Jan Sunwai starting March 8, 2026, aimed at hearing women’s grievances and ensuring prompt redressal. The initiative will be conducted as part of the Commission’s flagship outreach programme “Rashtriya Mahila Aayog Aapke Dwaar.” The programme is designed to bring…
Bhubaneswar: India’s media regulator has ordered a four-week halt to television rating data for all news channels, citing concerns over sensational and unverified coverage of the ongoing conflict between Israel and Iran that could trigger unnecessary public panic. The decision, backed by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, comes amid criticism of several channels for…
Bhubaneswar: The Union Public Service Commission on Friday announced the final results of the Civil Services Examination 2025, with 958 candidates successfully clearing the rigorous three-stage selection process. Topping the national merit list is Anuj Agnihotri, followed by Rajeshwari Suve M in second place and Akansh Dhull in third. The top ten candidates also include…