In a vibrant display of devotion, the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath commenced in Puri on Sunday, drawing lakhs of devotees. President Droupadi Murmu, Union ministers, and Puri Shankaracharya were among the distinguished attendees.The ‘Pahandi’ ritual, marking the start of the Yatra, saw Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra ascend their respective chariots…
Preparations in Full Swing The sacred coastal city of Puri, Odisha, is abuzz with fervor and devotion as it gears up for the grand annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath and his siblings. Scheduled to begin on Sunday, this majestic chariot festival is a significant event in the Hindu calendar, drawing devotees from various sects…
Emphasis on Zero Casualties in Disaster Management In a move to bolster its disaster preparedness and mitigate urban flooding, the Odisha government, led by the newly-formed BJP administration, has allocated ₹200 crore for this critical initiative. The decision was made during a comprehensive natural disaster management committee meeting chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi at…
Government Work to Be Conducted in Odia Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi, after assuming office at Loka Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar, announced significant initiatives to promote the Odia language and culture. Emphasizing the importance of cultural preservation, he declared that all government operations would henceforth be conducted in the Odia language. Formation of Language Commission…
Young Genius from Kendrapara In an extraordinary feat, a two-year-old named Prince from Kendrapara district has astonished everyone by making her mark in the India Book of Records. At an age where most children are just beginning to form basic vocabulary, Prince has demonstrated an exceptional grasp of general knowledge facts. Impressive Achievements at a…
Statewide Holiday for Government Offices and Banks Odisha will observe a statewide holiday on July 8, 2024, in light of the annual Rath Yatra festivities. All state government offices, including Revenue and Magisterial Courts, as well as banking institutions, will be closed on this day. This decision, announced by the Revenue and Disaster Management Department,…
Odisha’s Urban Development Minister, Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, has announced that the popular ‘Mo Bus’ service will soon be renamed to better reflect the government’s focus on community and collective ownership. The new name under consideration is ‘Ama Bus’, translating to ‘Our Bus’. “Our government serves the people, and it will be fitting to rename ‘Mo…
Decision on Ratna Bhandar Imminent Amid widespread speculation, Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan has addressed rumors regarding the opening of Puri Srimandir’s Ratna Bhandar, a revered treasure trove. On Wednesday, Harichandan announced that a decision on this matter is expected to be finalized within a day or two. “High-level discussions about the opening of Ratna…
A Young Artist’s Unique Achievement Fifteen-year-old Smruti Rekha Nayak from Rourkela, Odisha, has earned a prestigious place in the India Book of Records. She set a new record for painting the maximum number of different types of seeds with images of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Goddess Subhadra. This remarkable feat was accomplished on May…
In a significant move, the newly elected BJP government in Odisha is making strides toward increasing pensions for various beneficiary groups in the state. Nityananda Gond, the Minister of Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, announced that efforts are underway to hike the pensions for old age, widow, and disability beneficiaries to ₹3,000…
