Fluoride Menace Haunts State
As many as 16 out of 30 districts of Odisha are affected by the fluoride menace, which is most acute in districts like Nuapada,...
Maoist Rebels Returning to Mainstream
Sabitri Murmu alias Kunii, a resident of Telkoi area in Keonjhar district, was associated with the Maoist organization since 2008. She operated in the...
Now, this is the time for the sojourn of the Lords
The quintessential aspect of ‘India’s composite culture is best illustrated in the celebration of the Car festival at Puri, where the narrow boundaries and...
Industrial Scenario Dismal
The industrialization in Odisha has turned more or less an empty slogan. The first major blow to the state government on this front was...
Congress in Turmoil
Following a closed-door meeting of Congress Legislators at the official residence of the Leader of Opposition, some of the MLAs openly voiced their grievances indicating...
Virulent Virus Attacks Systems
“WannaCry” is making people cry in Odisha too.The state administration has already issued a series of guidelines and communicated with the district collectors about...
Non-Odia Officers Lack Commitment To Develop The State
Odisha is suddenly lagging behind on the industrial front; the blame should be taken by industries secretary, Sanjeev Chopra, who is not a native...
Ministry Re-jig in the Offing?
Ruling BJD’s poor showing in panchayat polls in several areas of the state has fuelled speculation about a possible ministry reshuffle. The buzz is...
CM ticks off Ministers
If ruling BJD sources are to be believed chief minister, Naveen Patnaik has ticked off ministers and senior BJD leaders who failed to ensure...
Rebellious Mood
Matters have come to a head in the dissension-riven state Congress. While Pradesh Congress Committee’s (PCC) disciplinary panel is itching to take action against...
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Resonance of Devotional Music in our Lived Traditions
Odisha’s bhakti sangeet is greatly influenced by famous personalities like Kabisurya Baladeva Rath and Sri Jayadeva. The music that accompanies Odissi dance draws its...
Jagannath Culture A Timeless Synthesis of Science, Philosophy, Spirituality and Humanity: From Snana Purnima...
From Snana Purnima to Niladri Bije, every observance represents a stage in humanity's own journey from purification to healing, from renewal to service, from...
Will Sujata Rout Script a Comeback for BJD?
While the political observers view the induction of former IAS officer Sujata Rout, as an attempt to revive the influence of former bureaucrat V....
