Lifestyle
Explore the latest lifestyle trends, wellness tips, fashion updates, and cultural insights from Odisha and beyond. Covering health, travel, food, and personal development, this section brings engaging stories to inspire and inform.
Advancing Accessibility: Odisha Govt Launches NAVINAUT Initiative
The Odisha government has unveiled an innovative project, NAVINAUT, aimed at enhancing accessibility for persons with disabilities. The initiative, launched on May 23, 2025, underscores the state's commitment to fostering...
Odisha Yatri Crosses 2 Lakh Trips, Drives Rs 2.5 Crore Earnings!
The Odisha Yatri app, launched by the state transport department in January 2025, has quickly become a game-changer in the state's mobility sector. In just five months, over 10,000 drivers...
Sarojini Nagar Demolition Rumors Debunked! Market Still Open, Shopkeepers Call for Shoppers’ Support
Viral reels and posts claiming that Delhi’s iconic Sarojini Nagar Market has been demolished are misleading, shopkeepers say, as they battle declining footfall triggered by panic-inducing social media content. While...
Empowering Youth for Road Safety: STA Launches ‘Junior Rakhshak’ Program
The State Transport Authority (STA) has launched the Junior Rakhshak training program for National Cadet Corps (NCC) cadets. The initiative aims to equip youth with essential skills in first aid,...
Sophia Culpo’s post on ‘beating Asian genes’ sparks serious backlash
Sophia Culpo, model and younger sister of former Miss Universe Olivia Culpo, is facing widespread criticism after posting a now-deleted TikTok video that many deemed racist. In the clip, shared...
Radhakanta Jew Temple, 1929 Baby Austin Attract Heritage Walkers at 25th DHW
The 25th edition of the Dhenkanal Heritage Walks (DHW) took place yesterday, featuring a trail around the Manipur Village and the Radhakanta Jew Temple. Approximately 50 participants from across Odisha...
Odisha Manaska 10th Edition: Celebrating Vernacular Cinema and Cultural Identity
Organised by All Things Odisha, its monthly discussion forum Odisha Manaska had its 10th circle today at the ExtraOdinari space in Saheed Nagar. The May edition of the circle had...
Yoga Unplugged: Inspiring Youth to Embrace Wellness
As the International Day of Yoga (IDY) 2025 approaches, the "Yoga Unplugged" initiative is gaining momentum among youth across India. The campaign, designed to make yoga more accessible and engaging...
Jagatguru Ram Bhadracharya Honoured with 58th Jnanpith Award
President Droupadi Murmu presented the prestigious Jnanpith Award to Jagatguru Ram Bhadracharya at a grand ceremony held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. The award recognises his outstanding contribution to Indian...
First-Ever CRISPR Treatment Saves Baby with Rare Liver Disorder
In a groundbreaking medical first, doctors have successfully used CRISPR base editing to treat a rare genetic liver disorder in a baby. The experimental treatment, carried out by researchers at...
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