Incessant rainfall on Thursday led to severe waterlogging at the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, causing distress to tourists and raising concerns about the site’s infrastructure. The heavy downpour, triggered by a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal, has impacted several parts of Odisha, including the coastal region where…
Until 2016, Kandalei, a small hamlet just 15 kilometers from the state capital, was a forgotten corner of the world. It was a place where time seemed to stand still, with the tribal families living there deprived of basic amenities like electricity, road connectivity, schooling, and clean drinking water. Despite its proximity to the capital,…
The Odisha government has decided to test the quality of ghee used in the preparation of offerings at the Jagannath temple in Puri. This decision comes in the wake of a controversy surrounding the alleged use of animal fat in the ghee used to make laddoos at the Tirumala temple in Andhra Pradesh. Background of…
The JSW Group, led by Sajjan Jindal, is reportedly considering relocating its Rs 40,000-crore electric vehicle (EV) and battery manufacturing project from Odisha to Maharashtra. According to media reports, the group is now eyeing cities like Aurangabad and Nagpur in Maharashtra as potential locations for this ambitious project. Original Agreement with Odisha Earlier this year,…
The Odisha government has initiated an inclusive process to gather public inputs for its ambitious vision document, “Viksit Odisha @ 2036.” This initiative seeks to chart a long-term development roadmap, aligning with the national goal of achieving a developed India by 2047. Collaborative Approach to Vision Document At the first meeting of the state-level steering…
Ranjeeta Priyadarshini, a social activist from Odisha, recently made headlines by advocating for paid menstrual leave during the 79th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) ‘Summit of the Future’ event in New York. As a tireless champion of women’s rights, she has gained international recognition for her campaign to secure 1-2 days of paid menstrual leave…
BJD MP’s Remarks Spark Controversy A recent comment by Biju Janata Dal (BJD) MP Debashish Samantaray has ignited a political storm in Odisha. The MP suggested that the regional party could potentially ally with the Congress to form a new government, a remark that has caused ripples across the state’s political landscape. While speaking at…
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered a judicial inquiry into the alleged assault on an Army officer and his fiancée at the Bharatpur police station. The incident, which occurred on September 15, has sparked public outrage and political reactions, leading to the suspension of police personnel and a series of legal actions. Incident…
Renowned feminist writer Sarojini Sahoo has been selected to receive the prestigious 45th Sarala Puraskar, a significant literary honor awarded annually by the Indian Metals Public Charitable Trust (IMPaCT), the charitable wing of Indian Metals & Ferro Alloys Ltd (IMFA). Sahoo will be recognized for her outstanding contribution to Odia literature, particularly for her acclaimed…
In a significant development, the Odisha Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, has ordered the Crime Branch to investigate the alleged assault on a serving Army officer and a woman at Bharatpur Police Station in Bhubaneswar. The decision comes after shocking allegations surfaced regarding the mistreatment of the two individuals by police personnel, leading to public outrage…
