The sculptures were made of stone, scrap and other materials and those were meant to showcase the art and culture of Odisha during the Hockey World Cup.
As many as three smugglers have been arrested in this connection. Two bikes have also been seized from the smugglers.
The scheme has been approved by the State Cabinet and a sum of Rs 120 crore has been earmarked for the scheme for 2023-24 financial year.
While BJD MLA Barsha Singh Bariha slammed Opposition BJP for being insensitive towards the bereaved family members of Naba Das, National Vice-President of BJP Yuva Morcha, Arpita Aparajita Badajena alleged ruling-party members’ involvement in a few murder and other cases in the State.
The regional centre of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted rain and thunderstorm activities in several parts of Odisha in the next 48 hours. The IMD has also issued a yellow warning for thunderstorm with lightning in 9 districts in the next 24 hours.
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The injured were admitted to Athagarh medical in critical condition. They were later shifted to SCB Medical College and Hospital as their condition deteriorated.
Odisha is bathing in the colors of spring. People from all areas are celebrating Holi and greeting each other with colors.
Meet Bandana Mishra who has become an inspiration for one and all and especially for women by metamorphosing herself from an ordinary woman of a humble background to a highly successful entrepreneur.
According to the family members of the deceased, Sarat had called his relatives a couple of days back and said he was being subjected to torture.
However, many believe and feel disappointed that the festival is losing its charm due to several reasons including social cohesion, busy work schedule and excessive use of chemical colours.
Leader of Opposition (LoP) and senior BJP leader Jayanarayan Mishra has again trained his guns at the ruling BJD and alleged, “The person who had given 'Supari' to Gopal Das to eliminate the minister had also assured that no action will be taken against him.”
Chinmayi’s mother Labanga Sahoo has expressed her apprehension over the transparency into the investigation process.
However, she joined the programme in virtual mode. Addressing the programme, Panda said, “I am really sad that I could not join the event physically for other prior commitments. I am happy to know that CANVAS has done many things successfully for Rourkela. I am really proud to have been awarded Utkal Ratna Samman.”
Darshan of Lord Jagannath is still out of bounds for Divyang devotees. They are only allowed to have the darshan of Patitapabaana on wheelchairs.