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Bhubaneswar, Sep 1 (SocialNews.XYZ) Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday advocated for stronger ties with Europe, emphasising that promoting Odisha's cultural heritage and handicrafts in European countries would bring greater pride and international recognition to the state. According to an official statement from the Chief Minister's Office (CMO), CM Majhi expressed the state government's intent to strengthen cooperation with European nations during a meeting with a group of Indi ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar (Odisha) [India], July 12 (ANI): Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Saturday criticised Congress leader Rahul Gandhi for his recent remarks on Odisha, accusing him of insulting the state's culture and traditions during his visit. Pradhan said that instead of making fresh allegations, Gandhi should have apologised to the people of Odisha for the humiliation caused by the Congress party in the past. He also accused the Congress MP of disrespecting the sacred 'khandua pata', ...Read More >
Jaipur: Senior Congress leader and former chief minister Ashok Gehlot criticised the Bhajan Lal Sharma-led BJP govt in Rajasthan, accusing it of surrendering to the sand mafia and failing to uphold law and order in the state. Speaking on the birth anniversary of senior Congress leader Late Girija Vyas at PCC Tuesday, Gehlot said, "The sand mafia has completely taken over. Sand prices are skyrocketing, and the common man can't even afford to build a home. During our tenure, we faced challenges to ...Read More >
Bhubaneswar/Rourkela: As the sibling deities returned to the Puri Jagannath Temple on the occasion of Niladri Bije on Tuesday, Odias abroad also celebrated the ritual to mark the end of Rath Yatra.At Kawasaki in Japan, members of NPO-Odisha Community Japan enacted the 'Laxmi-Narayan kali' or the scene when an upset Maa Laxmi blocks the way of Lord Jagannath for not taking her on the yatra. Maa Laxmi was played by Pratima Behera, president, NPO-OCJ, Swadhi Kumar Behera performed the character of ...Read More >

New Delhi/Bhubaneswar, Jun 30 (PTI) A day after three people were killed in a stampede near Shree Gundicha temple in Odisha's Puri, the Congress on Monday demanded that Chief Minister Mohan Charan Manjhi and his deputy resign, taking responsibility for the tragedy, and also called for a judicial inquiry. Alleging that the BJP prioritised billionaire Gautam Adani, who attended the Rath Yatra, over the people, the opposition party said the state government has turned Odisha's holiest festival int ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar, June 29 (SocialNews.XYZ) In the aftermath of Puri stampede that claimed three lives, Odisha Government on Sunday shunted out Puri District Collector Siddharth Shankar Swain and Superintendent of Police Vinit Agrawal while two other senior police officials have been placed under suspension. Collector of Khordha, Chanchal Rana and DIGP of the Special Task Force (STF) of Odisha Police, Pinak Mishra have been appointed as Puri Collector and SP respectively, as per a statement issued by ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar, June 27 (SocialNews.XYZ) Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati and Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi extended greetings to the people on the occasion of Ratha Yatra, which began on Friday. Governor Kambhampati extended greetings to all and prayed for the divine blessings of the Holy Trinity (Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Goddess Subhadra) to guide everyone towards peace and prosperity. "I extend good wishes and greetings to my beloved brothers and sisters of Odisha on the auspi ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: As the world-famous Rath Yatra is set to begin in Puri Friday (June 27), The Capital city is buzzing with festive fervour. The City will burst into vibrant celebrations and joyous events across temples and institutions, embracing the sacred spirit of this grand festival. One of the City's shining highlights is the ISKCON Temple in Nayapalli, where thousands of devotees eagerly gather each year for the spectacular chariot festival. This year, the festivities will shine even brighter ...Read More >

Bhubaneswar: As India ushers in a new era in professional sports with the launch of the inaugural Rugby Premier League in the country, the Kalinga Black Tigers - one of the league's founding teams- marked a significant milestone with the unveiling of their official jersey and mascot at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar Saturday. Backed by I-lunch Ventures, an investment firm deeply rooted in Odisha, the Kalinga Black Tigers represent more than just a sporting franchise; they embody a broader v ...Read More >
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