The Odisha government will upgrade around 800 schools under the PM Shri Schools initiative, aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP). An MoU has been signed between the state and central government for this implementation. The upgraded schools will feature technology-based teaching and a focus on mother tongue instruction.
After Lord Balabhadra slipped during the Pahandi ritual at Gundicha temple, questions are raised regarding the cause and accountability of the mishap. The incident injured seven servitors and drew comparisons to a similar event last year. Authorities and servitors discuss possible reasons including charamala issues and lack of experienced personnel.
Reckless driving by Umesh Bhattacharya in Puri led to multiple accidents, injuring six people including devotees and municipal cleaning staff. The incidents caused unrest and protests demanding his arrest. Bhattacharya was later caught and hospitalized.
Baba Chandrashekhar of Kapilash Temple in Dhenkanal didn't receive Bhoga/Prasad on Tuesday due to a staff shortage. Devotees expressed their anger over the delay and questioned the temple management, which acknowledged the issue and promised to seek alternative cooks.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts heavy rainfall in eight districts of Odisha this weekend and thunderstorms in several parts of the state.
With a rise in dengue cases, Odisha's health department has urged local authorities to map vulnerable areas and analyze five-year epidemiological trends. Measures include enhanced surveillance, timely testing, treatment, and preparedness of Rapid Response Teams (RRTs).
Many parts of Odisha, including the villages of Doringa, Jhiripara, and Siuli in Ganjam district's Jagannathprasad block, remain deprived of basic amenities such as electricity and drinking water. Villagers face significant hardships due to the lack of these facilities and insufficient access to government schemes.
At least two people were killed after being struck by the Puri-Howrah Express near the Bahanaga-Dandaharipur railway gate in Balasore. The identities of the deceased are yet to be confirmed. GRP Police have started an investigation into the incident.
The captivating scene of the crown or tahia of Lord Jagannath swinging and moving like waves, makes the heart of devotees skip a beat. During the Pahandi on Rath Yatra when the three sibling deities come out of their abode, no matter how far a devotee is standing on the Grand Road, the moving tahia indicates the Lord’s motion.
Devotees expressed happiness over the early commencement of Rath Yatra 2024's Pahandi rituals in Puri. This year's festival is unique with Netra Utsav, Nabajauban darshan, and Rath Yatra all occurring on the same day. Elaborate arrangements have been made for the smooth conduct of ceremonies.
Rath Yatra or Ratha Jatra, the annual sojourn of Mahaprabhu Jagannath and His Sibling Deities Goddess Shubhadra and Lord Balabhadra from Srimandir to Gundicha
Former BJD Minister and Kakatpur MLA Surendranath Naik breathed his last at his residence in Bhubaneswar on Friday.
Apart from clearing encroachments and illegal parking, it has also been decided at the joint committee meeting chaired by Sub-Collector to clear other encroachments from other parts of the town.
Brandishing a sharp weapon and a toy gun, the man tried to terrorize the staff and other customers present at the spot.
The District Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission has slapped a fine of Rs 33,000 on Vishal Mega Mart for charging Rs 16 towards a carry bag.
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