The Reality of Illegal Mining in India
Widespread Issue Across India Illegal mining is rampant in states like Jharkhand, Odisha, and Uttar Pradesh, where minerals such as coal and iron ore are extracted without authorization. Environmental activist Dr. Vandana Sharma highlights, “The scale of illegal mining is staggering, and its environmental toll is catastrophic.” Policy Gaps and Weak Enforcement India’s mining regulations, […]
जगन्नाथ रथ यात्रा 2024: भगवान की यात्रा? क्या है इसके पीछे की कहानी
जगन्नाथ रथ यात्रा 2024: ओडिशा के पूरी मे भगवान जगन्नाथ का विश्व प्रसिद्ध मंदिर स्थित है। हर साल आषाढ़ माह के शुक्ल पक्ष की द्वितीया तिथि को मंदिर से भगवान जगन्नाथ की रथ यात्रा निकाली जाती है। यह यात्रा देश के साथ साथ विदेशों में भी बहुत प्रसिद्ध है। दूर दूर से लोग इस यात्रा […]
Indian Mission in New York Invites Nature Enthusiasts to Explore Chilika Lake in Odisha
The Consulate General of India in New York has invited tourists from around the globe to discover the serene beauty of Chilika Lake in the state of Odisha, India. Encouraging visitors to explore Asia’s largest brackish water lagoon, the consulate also promotes the opportunity to witness the glistening waters and explore a haven for wildlife […]
Following PM Modi’s Role, a ‘Chaiwala’ from Odisha to Run for Lok Sabha Elections
Following the footsteps of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, a tea vendor from Odisha has entered the race for the state assembly. Image source: ANI Sukanta Ghadai, aged 26, earns a modest income by selling tea. He has submitted his nomination to run for office in the Brahmagiri assembly constituency located in the Puri district. Hailing […]
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Files Nomination for Kantabanji Assembly Constituency
Naveen Patnaik, the Chief Minister of Odisha and leader of the ruling Biju Janata Dal, submitted his nomination papers for the Kantabanji assembly constituency in the Bolangir district of western Odisha on Thursday. This marks his second nomination, following his candidacy for the Hinjli assembly constituency in the Ganjam district of southern Odisha. Speculation has […]
5 Dead, Several Injured as Bus Falls from Flyover in Odisha’s Jaipur
Five individuals lost their lives and numerous others sustained injuries after a passenger bus they were on board plunged from a flyover in Jajpur, Odisha, during the late hours between Monday and Tuesday, as reported by the police. The occurrence occurred at approximately 9 pm on the Barabati bridge along National Highway-16, where the unfortunate […]
Skins of 7 Animals, Pangolin Scales Seized in Odisha, 6 Arrested
Six individuals have been apprehended by forest department officials in connection with the confiscation of five leopard skins, one fishing cat skin, one leopard cat skin, and 26.1 kg of pangolin scales from the Ramgiri forest range under the Paralakhemundi Forest Division. The accused individuals have been presented before the local court by PCCF Wildlife […]
ISRO Invited Students from VSSUT Odisha for Contest to Design Small Satellite Models
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has chosen a total of eight students from Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), located in Burla, Sambalpur district, to take part in the Student CanSat Launch Competition 2024. The research institution extends an invitation to students to engage in the creation and construction of space-oriented systems, with […]
Global Warming: Bhubaneswar Records 43.5°C Temperature, Becomes India’s Second Hottest City
On Friday, Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha, experienced scorching heat with a maximum daytime temperature of 43.5 degrees Celsius. This high temperature ranked Bhubaneswar as the second hottest city in the country, following Nandyal in Andhra Pradesh. The Odisha state government has already rearranged the schedules for classes 1-10, moving them to the morning hours […]
Sudarshan Pattnaik Creates Sand Art in Honour of LK Advani Following Bharat Ratna Award
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a sand sculpture at Puri beach in Odisha to pay tribute to veteran BJP leader LK Advani on Saturday. The sculpture featured the message ‘Congratulations Living Legend L.K. Advani Ji.’ This gesture was made following the Indian government’s declaration of awarding the Bharat Ratna, the highest civilian honour, to […]