Singer Shilpa Rao opens up about the hard work behind hits like Chaleya, the reality of gender bias for female playback singers, and her personal definition of success. Read the exclusive interview.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi issues a 15-point directive to Chief Secretary Anu Garg, targeting a $500-billion economy by 2036, zero tolerance for corruption, and exclusive use of Odia in official work. Read the key reforms.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi issues a 15-point directive to Chief Secretary Anu Garg, focusing on corruption-free governance, Odia language use, and rapid industrial growth aligned with Vision 2036. Read more.
Odia devotees from 53 countries will gather in Puri for a 3-day conference on Lord Jagannath's global consciousness. The event addresses unity in rituals and critiques ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatras abroad.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi pledges support for migrant worker assaulted in Chennai. Four juveniles arrested. State sends officer for probe. Details on the shocking incident and government response.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi pledges support for assaulted migrant worker in Tamil Nadu. Four teens detained. Read about the government's response and investigation.
Singer Shilpa Rao opens up about career unpredictability, citing 8 songs that didn't work last year. She stresses persistence over success, drawing inspiration from legends like Lata Mangeshkar. Read her full interview insights.
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra opens 'Srujan' canteen at Kharavela Bhawan for 700+ staff. Meanwhile, Odisha Khadya Mahotsav's chowmein stall stirs debate on authentic Odia cuisine. Read more.
Banaras Hindu University introduces a new Odia Studies course under NEP 2020 to strengthen language skills and cultural literacy. Learn how this programme enhances employability.
The Odisha Food Festival in Bhubaneswar is showcasing forgotten culinary treasures, including the GI-tagged Kai Chutney made from red ants. Discover the rich heritage.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
Punjab Police arrest a suspect for making a threatening call to Punjabi singer-actress Amar Noori. The incident occurred in Ludhiana, sparking a swift police investigation.
A US-based yoga teacher from Odisha, Neeta Mohanty, and her siblings inaugurate the Basanta Bishnupriya Memorial Hall in Soro. The centre offers free first-month classes starting Jan 1, 2026. Read more.
Playback singer Sunidhi Chauhan reveals she sang the iconic 'Nikka' chant for Komolika in Kasautii Zindagii Kay. Discover more TV serial songs she has lent her voice to. Read the full story!
Odisha government partners with OpenAI to train students and officials in AI, develop Odia language use cases, and pilot AI applications in public administration. Explore the details.
Bhubaneswar hosts the Odia Khadya Mahotsav from Dec 23-29, featuring 140+ food stalls from all 30 districts. Experience traditional cuisine, competitions, and cultural discussions. Discover Odisha's rich food legacy.
Sanvi Sudeep debuts in Kannada playback with 'Masth Malaika' for her father Sudeep's film 'Mark'. She shares her excitement, studio challenges, and future projects.
Explore how Mohammed Rafi's timeless voice continues to influence today's music industry. Discover the efforts to preserve his legacy for new generations. Read more.
Veteran Odia film producer Rabindra Mohan Sahoo, known for 15+ films, passed away in Bhubaneswar. A former BJP candidate and councillor, his legacy spans cinema and public life. Read more.
Odisha government identifies 50 century-old Odia-medium schools for conservation and modernisation under the Aitihya Vidyalaya scheme with a ₹60 crore budget. Read more.
The official trailer for the Odia film 'Motorcycle', starring Kuna Tripathy and Jyoti Ranjan Nayak, is out now. Directed by Aswin Tripathy, watch it here.
Singer Shreya Ghoshal reminisces about meeting the late legend Lata Mangeshkar, calling her a 'goddess in a white saree'. Read about this heartfelt tribute and their legacies.
Odisha's culture department announces a Rs 1 crore grant for Bargarh's Dhanu Jatra, the world's largest open-air theatre. The 11-day festival starts Dec 24. Read about the grand plans.
Singer Jaysinh Gadhavi shares the story behind the viral hit 'Dwarka No Nath' from the Gujarati blockbuster 'Laalo', which has crossed ₹100 crore. Discover his debut playback journey.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi honoured four blind women cricketers from the state, part of India's T20 World Cup winning team, with Rs 11 lakh each. Read about their inspiring journey and the call for government jobs.
Queen of Indipop Alisha Chinai reveals why she took a long break from Bollywood playback singing - creative burnout, industry politics & personal issues. Read her full story!
Bengaluru police arrest Utkal Deepika Rout, wife of late Odia rapper Abhinav Singh, for abetment to suicide after a 10-month digital probe. Details on the case inside.
An Odia woman who made false torture allegations against her US-based mother returns to India. Read the full story of legal proceedings and family reconciliation.
Spiritual leader Tarun Agasti urges ISKCON to respect Lord Jagannath traditions after untimely Rath Yatra in Taiwan. Read why timing matters in Hindu rituals.
Popular Punjabi singer Harman Sidhu tragically passes away at 27 in a road accident. The music industry mourns the loss of the rising star known for his hit songs.