It was less of a trial and more of a trailer for astrophiles in Bhubaneswar. Ahead of the much-anticipated airshow in Odisha’s capital city, the IAF Suryakiran Aerobatic team exhibited some jaw-dropping stunts while flying HAWK Mk-132 aircraft during full-dress rehearsal today. It seemed as if the exercise which was carried out on Bhubaneswar skies along the Kuakhai riverbed gave a message - Picture Abhi Baaki Hai (The film isn't over yet).
Festivities are set to make a grand comeback this Durga Puja after a two-year hiatus. Devotees across the country are geared up to bring back the revelry which had disappeared post outbreak of an uninvited pandemic. Here’s a glimpse into the preparations underway for Dussehra.
Queen Elizabeth II, the longest serving monarch of the United Kingdom, passed away at Balmoral after battling months of illness. In her lifetime, she has visited India thrice, the first of which was in 1961, next in 1983 and last one in 1997, all with her husband and Duke of Edinburgh late Prince Phillip. Here's a sneak peek into some moments of her past visits to India.
Denizens in the capital city had a harrowing experience today after BJD’s grand reception for lifetime achievement awardee CM Naveen Patnaik upon his arrival from Delhi led to heavy traffic congestion in parts of Bhubaneswar.
After two years of COVID hiatus, Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations have kicked off in the country with a bang. Unique themes, thematic decorations and huge idols marked the festivities this year with people immersing in a devotional spirit as pandemic restrictions have been lifted.
Bappa is finally here. The God of new beginnings and remover of all obstacles (Vighnaharta) has come home to bless His devotees on the pious occasion of Ganesh Chaturthi.
Any puja begins with invocation to Vighnaharta Ganesh and the making of idol in itself is considered no less than worshipping the Lord. Take a quick tour of this idol making workshop at Old Town area in Bhubaneswar.
The Sabarmati Riverfront just got better as the authorities in Ahmedabad opened doors to the pedestrians-and-cyclists-only 'Atal Bridge' giving a visual treat to the people. The modern marvel was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday (Aug 27).
In Odisha’s capital city Bhubaneswar, heaps of garbage and plastic waste can be seen piling up on roadside and in several residential areas, laying bare the struggle of the civic authorities to address the issue. These scenes captured on cam are not a sight for the sore eyes.
Days of heavy rainfall under the influence of back-to-back low pressure areas and the consequent flooding due to rise in river water levels, has left lakhs of people stranded in parts of Odisha.
Something has changed phenomenally in India this year. The special bond every Indian shares with the Tiranga is glaringly visible. People are embracing the tricolour and proudly displaying it. Honouring PM Narendra Modi's clarion call of 'Har Ghar Tiranga', India is witnessing record participation from people across different walks of life to mark Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, 75 years of country's independence. From Kashmir to Kanyakumari, entire India has joined to celebrate 'Har Ghar Tiranga' movement.
Raksha Bandhan, a festival to celebrate the sacred relationship between a brother and a sister, has given us very unique moments this year. These heart-warming scenes were captured in the capital city Bhubaneswar.
Union Home Minister Amit Shah was in Odisha on a two-day visit to attend various programmes in the twin city. The unparalleled love and affection Shah received was worth the watch.
A delegation of 24 Odisha MLAs led by Speaker Bikram Keshari Arukha called on President Draupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhawan to congratulate her on getting elected to the highest constitutional post of the country.
Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik Friday (July 29) flagged off Mo Electric-Ride and Electric-Bus services in Bhubaneswar with a view to making the smart city also a green city.