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.
Nrusingha Charan Sarangi to Receive Byasakabi Fakir Mohan Samman 2021
Noted litterateur and linguist Nrusingha Charan Sarangi will receive the Byasakabi Fakir Mohan Samman 2021 for his outstanding contribution to the Odia language and literature. The Odia Language, Literature, and...
Global Buddhist Leaders Converge at Udayagiri as International Conference Begins
The second Prayer Ceremony for Guru Padmasambhava and the International Buddhist Conference was inaugurated today at the historic Udayagiri Buddhist site in Jajpur district, Odisha. The six-day event (January 11–16)...
Crowds Flock to Sisir Saras: Food, Fun, and Festivity in Bhubaneswar
The Sisir Saras fair, jointly organised by ORMAS and Mission Shakti, is experiencing an impressive turnout at both the shopping zones and food stalls. A beautifully decorated food court, adorned...
Odisha’s Diamond Triangle Lights Up for Grand Guru Padmasambhava Prayer Ceremony 2026
The world-renowned Buddhist complex of Ratnagiri-Udayagiri-Lalitgiri, popularly known as Odisha's **Diamond Triangle**, will host the second edition of the Guru Padmasambhava Prayer Ceremony and the International Buddhist Conference from January...
Sisir Saras 2026 Opens in Bhubaneswar: Rural Crafts Meet Urban Buzz!
The IDCO Exhibition Ground in Bhubaneswar came alive on Saturday evening with the grand inauguration of "Sisir Saras–2026," a nine-day mega fair dedicated to showcasing rural handicrafts, handlooms, and indigenous...
Tributes and Odissi Performances Mark Grand Finale of Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra’s Centenary Celebrations
The closing ceremony of "Kelucharan Kirtan Shatakam," organised to commemorate the birth centenary of Odissi dance guru Padma Vibhushan Kelucharan Mohapatra, was held today at Rabindra Mandap. The three-day program...
12th Kalinga Literary Festival 2026 Commences with Literary Luminaries in Bhubaneswar
The 12th edition of the Kalinga Literary Festival (KLF) was ceremonially inaugurated at the Mayfair Convention, Bhubaneswar, marking the commencement of a four-day confluence of literature, ideas, arts and cross-cultural...
Odissi Icons Unite: Grand Tribute to Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Lights Up Rabindra Mandap
The birth centenary celebrations of Padma Vibhushan Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, the legendary pioneer of Odissi dance, kicked off with the three-day program "Kelucharan Kirti Shatakam" at Rabindra Mandap. The event,...
Sri Lankan Minister Dr. Upali Pannilage Honored in Bhubaneswar for Strengthening Odisha-Sri Lanka Historical Bonds
In a special ceremony held at the Buddha Temple premises in Bhubaneswar, the Mahabodhi Society of India, Odisha Branch, felicitated Sri Lanka's Minister of Rural Development and Social Empowerment, Dr....
‘Kelucharan Keerti Shatakam’ Celebrates Birth Centenary of Odissi Legend Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra
The birth centenary of legendary Odissi dance guru Padma Vibhushan Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra will be celebrated over three days from 8th to 10th January under the title “Kelucharan Keerti Shatakam.”...
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