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'Khet Bachao Abhiyan' to launch nationwide from June 1; focus on balanced fertiliser use and farmer guidance

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- The Union Government is set to roll out the month-long "Khet Bachao Abhiyan" across the country from June 1 to June 30, aiming to transform it into a nationwide mass movement fo... Read More


Coaching Institute fined Rs 7 Lakh by CCPA for misleading UPSC results claims

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- The Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) has imposed a fine of Rs 7,00,000 on Vajiram and Ravi IAS Study Centre LLP for making misleading claims about the performance of... Read More


Thunderstorms, hail, and gusty winds set to batter Odisha over next seven days

Bhubaneswar, May 31 -- Odisha is set to experience a week of unstable weather, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issuing warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rainfall, and gusty winds across... Read More


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