Odisha
Odisha’s Shashanka Sekhar Dash Honored with Tourism Gaurav Award 2024 for Ecotourism
The Tourism Gaurav Award 2024, a prestigious event celebrating excellence in India’s tourism sector, honored various individuals and communities contributing to sustainable tourism practices. Among this year’s distinguished recipients was Shashanka Sekhar Dash, popularly known as Paperman India, recognized for his outstanding efforts in promoting ecotourism in Odisha. Recognition for Promoting Ecotourism Shashanka Sekhar Dash…
Violence Erupts Over Controversial Social Media Post in Bhadrak: Internet Services Suspended, Prohibitory Orders Imposed
Tensions in Bhadrak, Odisha, have escalated dramatically following violent protests over a controversial social media post. The situation took a violent turn on Friday, leaving several police officers injured, and leading the district administration to suspend internet services and impose prohibitory orders. The unrest has sparked concerns about the spread of misinformation, prompting authorities to…
UTKARSH ODISHA 2025 LOGO UNVEILED: CM MAJHI CALLS FOR GLOBAL INVESTMENTS
Bhubaneswar – In a key step towards strengthening Odisha’s position as a leading industrial hub, Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi today unveiled the logo for the upcoming UTKARSH ODISHA – Make in Odisha Conclave 2025. Under Shri Majhi’s leadership, the Odisha government has focused on driving economic growth through forward-looking policies, better infrastructure, and…
Heavy Rains Cause Severe Waterlogging at UNESCO Heritage Site Konark Sun Temple
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…
From Darkness to Light: The Activist Who Transformed Kandalei’s Destiny
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,…
Puri Jagannath Temple’s Ghee to Be Tested Amid Tirupati Laddoo Controversy
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…
Uncertainty Looms Over JSW’s Rs 40,000 Crore EV Project: Will It Move from Odisha to Maharashtra?
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,…
Odisha to Gather Public Inputs for Vision Document ‘Viksit Odisha @ 2036’
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…
Odisha Activist Advocates for Paid Menstrual Leave at UN: A Global Push for Women’s Rights
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…