A Legacy in Organic Farming and Indigenous Crop Conservation Padma Shri Kamala Pujari passed away at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack due to a cardiac arrest. The hospital officials confirmed her death on Saturday, marking the end of an era for a woman whose work significantly impacted organic farming and the conservation of…
Odisha’s popular dessert, Rasagola, received a melodic tribute with the unveiling of the Rasagola Anthem. The event took place in the presence of Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj and renowned Odissi vocalist Padma Shri Shyamamani Devi. This anthem celebrates the beloved sweet treat and beautifully captures the divine tale of Lord Jagannath and Goddess Lakshmi’s celestial…
The BJP’s state executive committee meeting in Puri showcased the rich Odia language, culture, and identity. The two-day event, starting Friday, featured displays of Odia freedom fighters, heroes, and poets. Iconic symbols like the Konark Wheel and Neela Chakra of Puri adorned the dais. The event also highlighted Odisha’s glorious history, ancient temples, and famous…
Singapore High Commissioner to India Simon Wong extended a significant offer of support to Odisha, emphasizing collaboration on skill development and green energy initiatives. This gesture marks a deepening of bilateral relations between Singapore and the Indian state. Wong, accompanied by Cheong Ming Foong, Consul General of the Republic of Singapore, was the first foreign…
Budget Outlines · Overall Budget Size: Likely to be over Rs 3 lakh crore, reflecting a robust financial plan. · Previous Government’s Projection: Rs 2.5 lakh crore, showing a significant increase under the new administration. · Subhadra Yojana Provision: Between Rs 30,000 crore and Rs 40,000 crore, demonstrating a strong commitment to women’s financial empowerment. · Increased Paddy MSP:…
Odisha is set to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall for the next four days. This is due to a well-marked low-pressure area over the northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal. As of today, July 19th, the low-pressure area is positioned over the northwest and adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal, near the Odisha-North Andhra…
· All Odisha Contractors Association has lodged a complaint against Leader of Opposition (LoP) and former Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik and seven others. · In its complaint, the association has alleged that its members had staged a demonstration in 2019 over a 10 point charter of demands. · Among the demands that remain unmet are calls for all…
The state government, under Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has officially dissolved the State Planning Board, which had been inactive for an extended period. This decision comes following approval from the Chief Minister’s office, marking the end of an era for the defunct planning body. Originally reconstituted on March 1, 2020, by former Chief Minister…
High-Tech Inspection of Puri Jagannath Temple’s Inner Chambers The process of shifting ornaments and valuables from the inner chamber, known as the Bhitara Ratna Bhandar, of the Puri Jagannath temple is set to be completed today. Puri Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb announced that the operation began this morning and is expected to be finished by…
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) is taking a stand against the Narendra Modi-led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government in the Rajya Sabha. After a significant defeat in recent elections, where the party failed to secure any Lok Sabha seats for the first time, the Rajya Sabha remains its only stronghold. A political analyst noted that…
