Odisha

Birthplace of Odisha’s reformer Utkalmani gets makeover for tourists

The birthplace of the well-known social worker, reformer, journalist, political activist and poet, Gopabandhu Das popularly known as Utkalmani, Suando…

2 years ago

Tourists flock Odisha’s Deogarh as migratory birds arrive

With the number of migratory birds soaring in the backwaters of Deogarh district in Odisha, there is a spurt in…

2 years ago

Iconic plane that Biju Patnaik flew to rescue Indonesia PM to be on display at Bhubaneswar

A multifaceted public personality, Biju Patnaik, was an industrialist and freedom fighter was a fearless and courageous pilot who never…

2 years ago

Flowers and fish make Odisha home cook favourite in MasterChef India

Odisha’s home cook Avinash Patnaik is making waves in the State and India with the distinct flavours he has created…

2 years ago

Zoos in Assam, Gujarat and Odisha take steps keep animals warm amid winter chill

With the cold wave sweeping across the northern and north-eastern parts of India, just like human beings, animals in the…

2 years ago

No reason to link deaths of three Russians, says MEA

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) said on Thursday that "necessary investigation" is being carried out into the death of…

2 years ago

Odisha’s Orchid Centre to supply new flower varieties to farmers

With a view to enable farmers to diversity their produce and increase their income in Odisha, the State Government is…

2 years ago

Days after Tawang clash with China, India successfully tests 5,000 Km range Agni-5 missile

Less than a week after the Tawang clash with Chinese soldiers on the Line of Actual Control (LAC) in Arunachal…

2 years ago

Hundreds of Olive Ridley turtles arrive for mating off Odisha coast

There is heartening news for the wildlife enthusiasts of India especially those in Odisha as Olive Ridley turtles, an endangered…

2 years ago

Odisha’s Baliyatra enters Guinness World Records for making 22,000 paper boats

The largest open-air trade fair in Odisha, the Baliyatra held in Cuttack, has created a record by making 22,000 paper…

2 years ago

Flamingos and Terns arrive at Tamil Nadu’s Pulicat bird sanctuary

The waters of Pulicat Lake Bird Sanctuary located in Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh are abuzz with activity. With winter…

2 years ago

Odisha launches app for real-time weather news to fishermen

The fisherfolks venturing into the deep sea are vulnerable to the forces of nature and need to keep updated about…

2 years ago

Two prehistoric rock shelters found in Odisha

A significant discovery came to the fore in Odisha as researchers found prehistoric rock shelters on Dumaguda hill on the…

2 years ago

Visitors flock to Odisha’s Similipal National Park as it reopens after 4 months

Spelling good news for nature lovers, Odisha’s well-known Similipal National Park located in Mayurbhanj district reopened on Tuesday, November 1.…

2 years ago

16 districts of Odisha have child-friendly police stations

The Odisha Police has gone in for a major makeover as 16 police stations in the different districts of the…

2 years ago

Poor cancer patients in Odisha to get care at home

Patients afflicted by the dreaded disease cancer require a lot of care and support and not everyone can afford it.…

2 years ago

Antique idols from Bengal’s Pala era seized in Madurai

Officials of the Tamil Nadu Police’s Idol Wing CID seized three antique sculptures from a handicrafts shop in Madurai on…

2 years ago

Odisha setting up memorial for legendary freedom fighter Veer Surendra Sai

Going beyond protecting forests and wildlife animals, the Hirakud Wildlife Division of Odisha is making efforts to make people aware…

2 years ago

Odisha’s Sohela Durga Puja symbolises Hindu-Muslim unity

The Sohela Durga Puja in Bargarh district, Odisha located on the border of the State with Chhattisgarh has several distinctive…

2 years ago

Govindpur becomes Odisha’s first ‘Birds Village’

Setting an example of co-existing with nature and its flora and fauna, Odisha’s Govindpur village is leading the way. Its…

2 years ago

Maoist couple runs successful snacks outlet in Odisha after giving up arms

A sea change has come about in the life of Amar and Aarti Mirdha, a hardcore Maoist couple who were…

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