Sudarsan Pattnaik Marks ‘Pakhala Diwas’ with Stunning Sand Art in Puri
Renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik marked Pakhala Diwas by sculpting a stunning Pakhala-themed sand art on Puri beach, celebrating Odisha’s ...
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Pakhala Diwas 2026: Celebrating Odisha’s Traditional Dish, Its Cultural Roots and Health Benefits
Every year on March 20, Pakhala Diwas is celebrated across Odisha to promote the state’s iconic traditional dish—Pakhala. The day ...
Governor Kambhampati Urges Unified Pledge for a Viksit Odisha at Delhi’s Odisha Parba 2026
Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Sunday addressed the Odisha Parba 2026 festival in New Delhi, urging all stakeholders ...
Odisha Utsav Lights Up Kolkata: Culture Minister Hails Diaspora as True Ambassadors of Odia Heritage
The Odisha government reaffirmed its commitment to the welfare and development of the Odia diaspora during the inaugural Odisha Utsav ...
Preparatory Meeting Sets Stage for Odia Pakhya Celebrations from April 1 to 14
The Odisha Government is gearing up for an expanded and more inclusive observance of Odia Pakhya this year, a fortnight-long ...
Odisha Institutions Celebrate 150th Anniversary of ‘Vande Mataram’ with Mass Singing
Educational institutions across Odisha resonated with the patriotic tune of Vande Mataram as students, teachers, and faculty members joined in ...
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 ...
Bhubaneswar Court Temporarily Bars Jatra Actor Piyush Tripathy from Performing on Stage
Popular Odia Jatra actor Piyush Tripathy, widely known for his powerful antagonist roles, has faced a legal setback after the ...
Samba Dashami Celebrated Across Odisha Today: Know the Significance, Rituals, and Traditions
Samba Dashami, a festival unique to Odisha, is being observed today with devotion and traditional fervour across the state. The ...
Odisha State Museum: A Living Archive of Heritage
The Odisha State Museum, a repository of the state’s rich historical and cultural legacy, continues to serve as a powerful ...
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