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Firewood shortage threatens Mahaprasad preparations at Puri Jagannath Temple

A critical shortage of firewood at Puri’s Jagannath Temple threatens the daily preparation of Mahaprasad, especially with the Holy Kartik month approaching. The Suara Mahasuara Nijog has alerted authorities, blaming diversion of firewood to Swargadwar cremations. With rising concerns among temple cooks and devotees, this shortage could disrupt sacred rituals and affect thousands relying on the daily offerings. More

Dedication beyond retirement: Two octogenarian teachers who never stop inspiring

Defying age and retirement, two 85-year-old teachers from Odisha—Dinabandhu Pradhan and Chintamani Rout—continue to teach students selflessly. Their passion for education and unwavering dedication make them icons in their communities. On Teacher’s Day, their stories remind us that the true spirit of teaching transcends salary, age, and systems—proving that inspiration has no retirement age. More

Rift in Cuttack BJD! MP Debashish Samantaray skips party’s annual observance

A rift within Cuttack’s BJD has surfaced after Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray skipped the party’s annual Prophet Muhammad birth anniversary event, traditionally led by him. The gathering, overseen by new district president Prafulla Singh and Cuttack Mayor Subhash Singh, highlighted growing factional tensions and signalled a shift in the city’s political power dynamics within the party. More

The Shuttle,’ Not Operational! Row over Gopichand Badminton High Performance Centre in Odisha

The High-Performance Centre (HPC), popularly known as The Shuttle, has yet to fulfil its intended purpose. Questions are now being raised as to why the facility has not been made operational. More

Floodwaters disrupt Sambalpur–Subarnapur road after Hirakud Dam water release

The district administration immediately stopped vehicular movement on this route as a precautionary measure to avoid accidents. With the highway closed, vehicles are now being diverted through an alternative route, from Sambalpur via Maneswar to reach Sonepur. More
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