Odisha, known for its diverse wildlife, is home to a significant elephant population, a species considered vital to the state’s natural heritage. Yet, despite conservation efforts, Odisha has reported a worrying rise in unnatural elephant deaths, with approximately 50 fatalities recorded so far in 2024 alone. The state government, previously proactive with initiatives like the…
Odisha’s Expanding Seafood Market and Fishery Policies Odisha, with its long coastline and rich marine biodiversity, plays a significant role in India’s seafood industry. The state’s abundant marine resources support a thriving seafood export sector, particularly from the Paradip Fishing Harbour. In 2022-23, Odisha exported over ₹3,000 crore in seafood, making it one of the…
New Guidelines Permit Only Musical Performances in Bars Odisha’s Law Minister, Prithviraj Harichandan, announced on Friday that dance performances are now banned in bars state-wide. Under the updated Odisha Excise (Amendment) Rules, 2024, bars are permitted to host only musical programs, such as orchestras, to ensure entertainment aligns with Odia cultural values. Establishments that violate…
In response to a proposed off-season celebration of two significant festivals, Snana Yatra and Ratha Yatra, in Houston, Texas, Puri King Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb has requested ISKCON to adhere to traditional Hindu calendar dates. As the primary custodian and “Adya Sevak” (first servitor) of Lord Jagannath, King Dibyasingha Deb expressed deep concerns in a letter…
A Humble Beginning Bishnu Charan Nayak’s journey from a struggling student to a respected Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) officer is a tale of perseverance and determination. Hailing from Sirikoi village under Belguntha block in Ganjam district, Bishnu’s early life was marked by hardship. After failing his Class 12 exams, he left his home to work…
Cyclone Hits Odisha Coast, Brings Intense Winds and Rain Cyclone Dana, a severe tropical storm, made landfall on the Odisha coast, causing heavy rain and strong winds across multiple districts. The storm made landfall between Bhitarkanika in Kendrapara district and Dhamra in Bhadrak, bringing wind speeds of up to 110 kmph. The India Meteorological Department…
Cyclone Dana Set to Strike the Eastern Coast Cyclone Dana, a severe cyclonic storm, has formed over the east-central Bay of Bengal and is expected to make landfall along the Odisha coast tonight. According to the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), the cyclone will bring winds reaching 100-120 km/h, with the impact likely to extend across…
As Cyclone Dana brews over the Bay of Bengal, the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) has taken immediate action, deploying 25 specialized teams—14 in West Bengal and 11 in Odisha—in preparation for the cyclone’s impending landfall. Wind speeds are predicted to reach 100-110 km/h, with gusts up to 120 km/h, putting coastal regions on high…
Odia actor Buddhaditya Mohanty has stirred controversy after a social media post in which he allegedly suggested that Congress leader Rahul Gandhi should be the next target of notorious gangster Lawrence Bishnoi. The remark, perceived as incitement to violence, has drawn widespread criticism from political circles, especially from the National Student Union of India (NSUI),…
Mounting Concerns Over OSSSC Paper Leak Scandal Amid growing concerns over the integrity of the exams conducted by the Odisha Sub-ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC), the Odisha government has come under fire following allegations of paper leaks in several high-stakes recruitment exams. These irregularities have sparked protests across the state, with aspirants demanding immediate action…
