Kotpad : The Chaturdha Murti Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath was celebrated with grandeur and ceremony in Kotpad. The entire town was festive, from the villages to the city. At the Jagannath Temple in Kotpad, the rituals began with Mangala Alati, Abakash, morning incense (Dhoopa), and Khichdi Bhoga. Priests and sevayats beautifully adorned the deities. The deities were then ceremonially carried in the Pahandi Bije…
DISHA Meeting in Nabarangpur Stresses Health, Agriculture, and Drinking Water
Nabarangpur: The District-Level Development, Coordination, and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting was held on Thursday at the Mission Shakti Meeting Hall under the chairmanship of MP Balabhadra Majhi. Key discussions revolved around healthcare, education, drinking water, PMGSY roads, housing construction, and the agriculture sector. The meeting was attended by the District Collector, public representatives, administrative officers, and others. MP Majhi directed that a road be constructed…
Twin Low-Pressure Systems Approaching: Heavy Rain Likely Till July 4
Bhubaneswar Two low-pressure systems are forming, which are expected to bring rainfall to most parts of the state. A weather alert was issued on Saturday by the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar. Heavy rainfall is expected on June 30 and July 1, for which a special warning has been issued. The twin systems are likely to develop over both eastern and western regions. A complete…
Directorate of Primary Education Directs DEOs to Intensify School Inspections
Bhubaneswar: Following the summer vacation, schools across the state have reopened. To ensure structured teaching and learning, the Directorate of Primary Education has emphasized the need to strengthen school monitoring. District Education Officers (DEOs) have been instructed to intensify school inspections. Block Education Officers, Assistant Group Education Officers, and other field-level staff have been directed to carry out strict inspections. Attention has been drawn to…
Land Acquisition Notice Issued for Junagarh–Nabarangpur Railway Project
Nabarangpur The process for partial land acquisition for the proposed Nabarangpur–Junagarh railway line has begun. A notification has been issued by the Ministry of Railways, Government of India. For the new broad-gauge railway line of 116.22 km between Nabarangpur district’s Nabarangpur and Junagarh in Kalahandi district, a total of 408 acres of land across three tehsils—Nabarangpur, Nandahandi, and Papadahandi—is proposed for acquisition in 21 villages.…
Celebrate National Sunglasses Day in Style with Sunglass Hut India
This National Sunglasses Day, Sunglass Hut India invites you to turn up the style, step into the sun, and make a statement with shades that do more than just protect your eyes — they define your mood. Whether you’re looking for timeless icons, high-tech innovation, or bold fashion statements, Sunglass Hut is your one-stop destination for the world’s most coveted eyewear. To celebrate, we’re spotlighting four must-have sunglasses…
Klook Unveils ‘the Best You’, a Digital-first Campaign With Bharti Singh, Celebrating Personal Transformation Through Travel
Bengaluru 29th June 2025 : Klook, the travel and experiences platform redefining how Asia explores the world, has launched its latest brand campaign in India titled ‘The Best You’—a storytelling-led initiative that spotlights the emotional and experiential power of travel. At the heart of the campaign is India’s comedy icon Bharti Singh, who embarks on a journey not for laughs, but for rediscovery. The campaign comes to life through a newly launched brand film (Link…
Credit Tech Is the New Health Tech: Meet the Startups Leading the Way
In India’s fast-evolving healthcare ecosystem, one of the biggest bottlenecks isn’t access to medicine, it’s access to working capital. Startups across the country are now leveraging tech to bring credit transparency, financial discipline, and real-time decision-making to the heart of healthcare. Here are four young companies leading this transformation. 1. MedScore Fixing Healthcare’s Credit Blind Spot MedScore is the world’s first centralized credit risk assessment…
Polycab Builds Stronger Connections at Puri Rath Yatra
From mobile charging stations to safety towers and cool zone, Polycab creates meaningful spaces to support devotees. Odisha, 28 June 2025: In a heartfelt gesture of service and solidarity, Polycab India Ltd. has gone beyond traditional branding to offer purpose-driven installations during the iconic Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra 2025. Recognizing few of the needs of the devotees, Polycab has introduced a series of convenience-driven installations designed to support the safety, comfort, and connectivity…
Our Family in the Sky’: Colleagues Share Heartbreaking Tributes to Crew of Flight AI171
Chandigarh, June 28, 2025: In a solemn and tearful memorial service, colleagues of the 12 crew members lost in the tragic crash of Air India Flight AI171 gathered to share memories of the friends and professionals they called “family.” The service, held at the airline’s headquarters, painted a vivid picture of the lives cut short, moving beyond the headlines to the human heart of the…