Odisha

To improve the experience for visitors and ensure a smooth flow of devotees, the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri is preparing to implement a new dhadi (queue) darshan system. Originally planned for January 20, the launch has been delayed to February ...

The Odisha government has introduced special bus services to help pilgrims from the state travel to the Maha Kumbh Mela in Uttar Pradesh with ease. The services, inaugurated by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi through a virtual event, aim to simplify ...

In a major step to enhance the spiritual experience for devotees, the Odisha government has announced the implementation of a new queue system at the Jagannath Temple in Puri. Known as the Dhadi Darshan system, this initiative aims to organize the ...

Odisha, a state known for its warm, tropical climate, has recently become the perfect winter destination in India. Due to a rare cold wave, districts like Sundergarh and Mayurbhanj have turned into a winter wonderland, with frost-covered landscapes and temperatures dipping to ...

The Indian Railways has announced a significant investment of Rs 509 crore towards the construction of two critical flyovers in the districts of Cuttack and Rayagada, aiming to boost train operations and alleviate traffic bottlenecks. This financial commitment forms part of ...

Odisha’s Puri district was alive with the commencement of the annual Konark Dance Festival and International Sand Art Festival on Sunday, as per an official announcement. The festivals, which signal the start of the tourism season in Odisha, were inaugurated by ...

The Kharagpur-Visakhapatnam Expressway is set to transform transportation and economic growth between West Bengal, Odisha, and Andhra Pradesh. Spanning 783 kilometers, this greenfield expressway is part of the Central government's Gati Shakti Framework, which focuses on revolutionizing infrastructure across India. {image-untitleddesign-2024-11-27t143447-539-1732698330.jpg ...

The Khurda Road-Balangir rail line project, aimed at enhancing connectivity between coastal and western Odisha regions, is on the verge of achieving a significant milestone with the upcoming commissioning of the Jharmunda-Boudh stretch. Recently subjected to rigorous engine rolling and testing, ...

Cyclone Dana is currently advancing towards India's eastern coast, with Odisha and southern Bengal bracing for its impact. The storm is anticipated to make landfall tomorrow, accompanied by heavy rain, thunderstorms, and strong winds. The landfall process will commence tonight and ...

As Odisha gears up to face the impending Cyclone 'Dana', authorities have put in place an extensive evacuation strategy to safeguard approximately 10 lakh residents spread across 14 vulnerable districts. 8647 pregnant women shifted to hospitals and 6000 cyclone shelters are ...

Cyclone Dana is a severe cyclonic storm forming over the Bay of Bengal and is expected to hit the coasts of Odisha and West Bengal. The cyclone is forecasted to make landfall on October 25th, with strong winds and heavy rain ...

The Tourism Gaurav Award 2024, a prestigious event celebrating achievements in the Indian tourism sector, recognized several villages and individuals for their contributions to sustainable and community-based tourism. This year, the spotlight was on Shashanka Sekhar Dash, popularly known as Paperman ...