Culture
Explore Odisha’s rich cultural heritage, traditions, festivals, and artistic expressions. From historical landmarks to contemporary art, this section brings you insightful stories celebrating the essence of Odisha’s vibrant culture.
Gopalpur Beach Festival Dazzles on Second Evening with Star Performances and Ministerial Praise
The second evening of the Gopalpur Beach Festival lit up the Odisha coastline with a spectacular mix of cultural performances, drawing high praise from state ministers who hailed it as...
UNESCO Accepts Odisha’s Buddhist Triangle Sites into India’s Tentative World Heritage List
UNESCO has officially accepted the Serial Nomination of Buddhist Triangle Sites of Odisha—including Ratnagiri, Udayagiri, Lalitgiri, and associated heritage sites—into India’s Tentative List for World Heritage inscription. In a letter...
Sisir Saras Mela 2026 Concludes with Record Rs 30 Crore Sales and 5 Lakh Visitors
The Sisir Saras Mela 2026 concluded today on a high note, marking the most successful chapter in its history. This year, the fair achieved an extraordinary financial milestone with total...
Sacred Buddhist Relic from the 3rd Century BC Displayed at Lalitgiri
The sacred precincts of Lalitgiri recently hosted a moment of profound spiritual and historical significance during the 2nd Guru Padmasambhava Ceremony. This event drew revered Buddhist monks, esteemed scholars, spiritual...
Kalahandi Utsav 2026: Vedanta’s Transformative Community Showcase Captivates Visitors
Vedanta Aluminium, India’s largest producer of aluminium, participated in the 28th edition of the Kalahandi Utsav – Ghumura 2026. The company’s Lanjigarh refinery showcased key aspects of its operations and...
Rajarani Music Festival 2026 Concludes with Magical Classical Harmony in Bhubaneswar
The Rajarani Music Festival 2026, organised jointly by the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture and the Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi, concluded today on a mesmerising note at the...
Record Crowd at Sisir Saras 2026: Pragnan’s Humour and Prakruti’s Performance Enchant Audiences
The mega rural fair, Sisir Saras 2026, hosted at the IDCO Exhibition Grounds in Bhubaneswar, organised jointly by ORMAS and Subhadra Shakti, saw an unprecedented turnout on Sunday evening. The...
Patha Utsav Lights Up Jagamara New Road in Bhubaneswar
Despite the winter chill, enthusiasm filled the air as Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) hosted the year’s second Patha Utsav at Jagamara New Road. Beginning at 6 am, the vibrant street...
Rajarani Temple Resonates with Classical Harmony as Rajarani Music Festival 2026 Opens
The three-day Rajarani Music Festival–2026 commenced on Thursday in the premises of the historic Rajarani Temple, Bhubaneswar. The festival is being organised by the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department...
Raja Rani Music Festival Begins Today in Bhubaneswar
The Raja Rani Music Festival begins on January 16 at the Raja Rani Temple in Bhubaneswar and continues until January 18. The Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi organises the festival with...
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