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.
Dhableswar Temple to Celebrate Bada Osa on November 3
The revered Dhableswar Temple is set to host a series of spiritual and cultural events as part of the annual Kartika festivities, culminating in the grand celebration of Bada Osa...
Sudarsan Pattnaik Crafts Sand Art with 750 Lotus Flowers to Celebrate PM Modi’s 75th Birthday
Renowned sand artist Padma Shri Sudarsan Pattnaik marked the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi with a breathtaking sand sculpture at Puri Beach, featuring 750 intricately crafted lotus flowers....
Khaki Mauja: Odisha CM Majhi Unveils His Advisor Prakash Mishra’s Joyful Memoir
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today unveiled “Khaki Mauja,” a book authored by his advisor, Prakash Mishra, at Lok Seva Bhawan. The Chief Minister lauded the book, describing it...
Pitru Paksha Rituals Observed Across Odisha with Devotion
The holy fortnight of Pitru Paksha began on Monday across Odisha, with families performing Shraddha rituals to honour their ancestors. The observance will continue for the next 15 days until...
Deputy CM Unveils Book on Odisha’s Bell Metal Heritage
MGM Foundation and Bhubaneswar Experimental Art and Design Studio (BEADS) today unveiled "Kansa: Forging Traditions, Shaping Futures," a landmark publication documenting Odisha's rich bell metal craft heritage. Deputy Chief Minister...
Lunar Eclipse Coincides with Bhadrapada Purnima After 19 Years
Odisha is set to witness a rare total lunar eclipse on Sunday, September 7, coinciding with Bhadrapada Purnima. The eclipse will be visible across major cities including Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, Puri,...
Odisha’s Gotipua Dance Gets a Boost: Minister Promises Financial Aid and Modern Gurukuls
Odisha’s vibrant cultural heritage took centre stage as the state-level Gotipua Dance Festival concluded today at the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre. The event, a celebration of the traditional...
Gotipua Dance Festival: Dashavatar, Mangalacharan, and Panchadeva Stuti Enthrall Audiences
The Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre is hosting the State-Level Gotipua Dance Festival from August 30 to September 1, 2025, in Bhubaneswar, showcasing the vibrant cultural heritage of Odisha....
Gotipua Dance Festival Kicks Off with Vibrant Performances in Bhubaneswar
The vibrant State-Level Gotipua Dance Festival began today at the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Research Centre in Bhubaneswar, showcasing the timeless beauty of Odisha’s traditional Gotipua dance. Organised with the...
Sacred Wheels of Rath Yatra to Be Installed in Parliament Complex
The sacred wheels of the three chariots used during the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra will soon be housed in the Parliament complex in...
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