Bhubaneswar, Sept. 15 (UDN): President Droupadi Murmu on Tuesday conveyed her warm wishes to the people of Odisha and citizens across the country on the occasion of Nuakhai, one of the most significant agrarian festivals celebrated in western Odisha. The festival, deeply rooted in the agricultural traditions of the region, marks the offering of the season’s first harvested crop to the presiding deity. Nuakhai is…
Rahul Gandhi Likely to Visit Odisha in October for Youth-Focused ‘Chhatra Ki Gunj’ Programme
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 15 (UDN): Congress leader and Leader of Opposition in the Lok Sabha Rahul Gandhi is likely to visit Odisha next month to participate in a major youth-focused programme in Bhubaneswar, Pradesh Congress Committee (PCC) president Bhakta Charan Das said on Tuesday. According to Das, the Odisha Congress has submitted a proposal seeking Rahul Gandhi’s participation in the proposed ‘Chhatra Ki Gunj’ programme, which…
ORIGEM Launches First-In-India 110 percentage Lifetime Exchange Value, Disrupts the Lab-Grown Diamond Jewellery Market
Mumbai, Sep15: ORIGEM, a lab-grown diamond jewellery brand backed by Goldiam International Ltd., has introduced its 110% Lifetime Exchange Value proposition, marking a significant step towards redefining how consumers perceive the long-term value of diamond jewellery. As consumers become more experimental with personal style and increasingly seek value beyond the point of purchase, ORIGEM is rethinking what ownership can look like. The brand has introduced…
Gujarat Puts Circular Economy at the Heart of Sustainable Growth
Gandhinagar, Sep 15: Economic development and environmental protection cannot be treated as separate goals, Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel said at the World Circular Economy Forum 2026, calling for a growth model that creates prosperity while protecting natural resources. Addressing the global forum, Patel stressed the need for countries and businesses to make more efficient use of resources and reduce waste as economies expand. He…
Indian Exporters Gain Ground in Global Markets as August Shipments Surge
New Delhi, Sep 15: India’s export sector delivered a strong performance in August, with merchandise shipments rising more than 26 per cent from a year earlier. The growth pushed monthly goods exports to a record $43.81 billion for August, offering a positive signal for businesses and the wider economy. The strong export performance also helped India slightly reduce its merchandise trade gap. The trade deficit…
Nagdevicha Maharaja’s Official Song Released as the Mandal Celebrates Its 51st Year
Shri Jai Santoshi Mata Mitra Mandal’s revered Nagdevicha Maharaja is marking its glorious 51st year this year, with the idol presented in a unique and grand form for devotees. This year, Bappa’s divine form is inspired by Tirupati Balaji, bringing together the richness of South Indian traditions, devotion and spirituality. Adding to the significance of the 51st-year celebrations, Nagdevicha Maharaja’s official song was released on…
From A Mud-Walled Home To Medical Colleges: Five Kandhamal Children Clear NEET
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 15 (UDN): A family from Kandhamal’s remote Daringbadi region has turned hardship into achievement, with five young members clearing the National Eligibility-cum-Entrance Test (NEET) and securing admission to government medical colleges in Odisha. The story of the Naiak family begins in Sikabadi village, where 76-year-old Brushi Naiak and his 62-year-old wife Anusaya live in a modest mud-walled, asbestos-roofed house. Despite limited financial resources…
Ganesh Puja Pandal Reduced To Ashes In Fire In Sambalpur
Sambalpur, Sept. 15 (UDN): A Ganesh Puja pandal was completely destroyed after a fire broke out in the Deheripali area of Sambalpur city on Monday, sparking panic among residents. The blaze reportedly started after smoke was noticed emerging from the pandal. Within a short time, flames spread rapidly through the temporary structure, which had been decorated with cloth, thermocol and wooden materials. On receiving information,…
A Sweet, Guilt-Free Ganesh Chaturthi Celebration with Eatopia.
Ganesh Chaturthi is defined by devotion, togetherness and the unmistakable joy of modaks. More than festive sweets, modaks are shaped by hand, prepared with care and offered to Lord Ganesha with love. Every family has its own treasured recipe. Some prefer the traditional coconut filling, while others add nuts, cardamom or ingredients passed down through generations. With its #ModaksOfPureJoy campaign, Eatopia celebrates this beloved tradition while…
Manas Sahoo Celebrates Nuakhai With Vibrant Sand Animation In Puri
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 15 (UDN): International sand artist Manas Kumar Sahoo has extended Nuakhai greetings through a colourful sand animation created at his studio in Puri, celebrating the rich cultural traditions and spirit of togetherness associated with the festival. The artwork, themed “Nuakhai Juhar,” conveys festive wishes to Odias across the state and those living in different parts of the world. Through the vibrant creation, Sahoo…