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.
Literature Must Mirror Society’s Harsh Realities: Pragativadi Celebrates Foundation Day with Powerful Literary Felicitations in Bhubaneswar
On the auspicious occasion of its Foundation Day, ‘Pragativadi’ transformed its office premises into a vibrant hub of ideas, urging writers to become the conscience of society. A day-long literary...
Japanese Ambassador Savours Odisha’s Dalma, CM Majhi Hails Growing Cultural Bond
In a delightful display of culinary diplomacy, Japan’s Ambassador to India, Mr. Ono Keiichi, was left thoroughly impressed by Odisha’s traditional cuisine, particularly the beloved **Dalma**, during a high-profile event...
Pragativadi Literary Awards 2026: Dr. Bibhuti Pattanaik Honoured for Lifetime Literary Excellence
In a glittering celebration of Odia letters, the prestigious ‘Pragativadi’ Literary Awards for 2026 have been announced, honouring some of the finest voices in contemporary Odia literature. The awards will...
Rare Ancient Sculpture Unearthed Near Nuapada Dam Site
A rare ancient sculpture surfaced near Daragaon village in Nuapada district during the construction of the Lower Indra Irrigation Project. Local residents discovered the idol inside the dam area and...
Chandan Yatra Begins at Jagannath Dham on Akshaya Tritiya
The sacred Chandan Yatra commenced today at Jagannath Dham, Puri, coinciding with Akshaya Tritiya. True to its name, the festival centres around sandalwood paste and water, offering divine respite during...
Odisha Chief Secretary Urges Public to Register Ancient Palm Leaf Manuscripts Under Gyanbharatam Mission
In a powerful call to protect Odisha’s priceless cultural legacy, Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Friday urged every citizen, temple, monastery, and family to come forward and help preserve the...
Wishes Pour in as Odisha Celebrates New Year on Maha Bishuba Sankranti
Odisha celebrated Maha Bishuba Sankranti with joy as leaders across political lines conveyed greetings on the occasion of the Odia New Year. President of India Droupadi Murmu joined the chorus...
World Chhenapoda Day Celebrated in Odisha
Odisha marked World Chhenapoda Day on April 11 with pride and enthusiasm, paying tribute to Sudarsan Sahu of Nayagarh, the creator of Chhenapoda. The celebration highlighted Odisha’s rich culinary heritage...
Barnabodha & Shishulekha Reach Thousands in Odia Pakhya Drive
The Odia Language, Literature, and Culture Department is celebrating Odia Pakhya across the state from 1st April to 14th April. The seventh day of this celebration was observed as “Shishu...
70,000-Year-Old Stone Tools Found in Deogarh
Deogarh district witnessed a remarkable discovery when workers unearthed prehistoric stone tools during road construction near Riamal. Experts confirmed that the artefacts date back nearly 70,000 years, belonging to the...
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