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Groundwater depletion in Bhitarkanika: Prawn mafia exploits resources despite govt projects

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Rising temperatures and climate change have accelerated groundwater depletion across India, and Kendrapara's coastal Bhitarkanika region in Odisha is no exception. Adding to the... Read More


ISKCON draws criticism for holding Baltimore Rath Yatra ahead of traditional date

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- The International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) has once again come under criticism for allegedly organising the Rath Yatra on a date that does not align with the t... Read More


World No Tobacco Day 2026: Cancer survivor leads awareness drive in Berhampur, spreads key message to youths

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- In Berhampur, a powerful message is being spread among the youth, thanks to Debananda Dash. Once a regular consumer of gutkha, Debananda's habit led him down a tragic path; he h... Read More


From adversity to double gold glory: Odisha para athlete Payal Nag shares inspiring journey

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Odisha para athlete Payal Nag has brought pride to Odisha and our country, India, by winning two gold medals on the international stage. Representing India at the Hyundai World ... Read More


Pensions to be disbursed in one installment in 10-15 days: Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Odisha BJP President and MP Manmohan Samal on Sunday assured beneficiaries that the ongoing pension payment issues will be resolved within the next 10-15 days. Speaking to the m... Read More


Cash, gold ornaments worth lakhs stolen from Benimadhab Temple in Balasore

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- In a major theft, miscreants broke into the Benimadhab Temple at Gobarghata village under Jaleswar police limits in Odisha's Balasore district on late Saturday night and decampe... Read More


OTV Education Conclave & Expo 2026 brings together students and parents to explore AI in learning

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- In the era of Artificial Intelligence, education is undergoing a rapid transformation, offering students new avenues to explore and excel. Odisha's leading media giant OTV on Su... Read More


Panic grips Odisha's Keonjhar after 2 elephants cause widespread destruction

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Panic gripped Kainta village in Keonjhar's Champua range as two elephants went on a rampage, causing widespread destruction on Saturday. The elephants first broke into the local... Read More


PM Modi seeks Odisha govt's 2-year report, expresses willingness to visit state soon

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Prime Minister Narendra Modi has sought a detailed report on the work carried out by the BJP government in Odisha, State BJP President Manmohan Samal said on Sunday. Samal stat... Read More


IPL 2026 final under weather watch; GT hold advantage if rain forces washout

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- The IPL 2026 final between Gujarat Titans (GT) and Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) could face weather-related interruptions, with the meteorological department issuing a yello... Read More