Well Marked Low Pressure Area Persists Over Bay of Bengal, Likely to Intensify

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has reported the presence of a Well Marked Low Pressure Area over the Northwest Bay of Bengal, off the Odisha coast. The system, which initially formed as a Low Pressure Area at 0830 hours IST on May 27, 2025, has shown signs of intensification over the past 24 hours. As […]

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Odisha Adds France, Belgium to Its Mango Export Destinations

Bhubaneswar: Odisha has reached a significant milestone in its agricultural export journey for 2025–26 by exporting a total of 41.35 metric tonnes (MT) of fruits and vegetables to prominent international markets, including Dubai, London, Birmingham, Rome, Venice, Dublin, and notably, France and Belgium. This achievement is credited to the leadership of the Department of Agriculture […]

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Low-Pressure Area to Form Over Bay of Bengal; Squally Weather Forecasted

Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecasted the formation of a low-pressure area over the west-central and adjoining northwest Bay of Bengal around May 27. This system is expected to bring significant weather changes to the region in the coming days. Under the influence of this anticipated system, squally weather with gusty surface winds […]

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Odisha Exports 3 Mango Consignments to England, Dubai in Single Day

Bhubaneswar: In a landmark achievement for Odisha’s agriculture sector, the state successfully exported three mango consignments in a single day to international destinations, London and Birmingham in England, and Dubai in UAE. This marks the first time Odisha has carried out such a coordinated export of mangoes to multiple global markets within 24 hours. The […]

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Crafts Council of Odisha to Host “Master-Crafters” Exhibition on May 24-25

Bhubaneswar: The Crafts Council of Odisha will host Master-Crafters, a two-day exhibition celebrating the richness of the state’s traditional handicrafts and the mastery of its artisans. The event will be held on May 24 and 25, 2025, at the Banquet Hall, Bhubaneswar Club, from 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The exhibition will feature 20 master […]

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Word Environment Day: Environment Ministry Launches Nationwide Campaign to End Plastic Pollution

Posted on May 22, 2025, by PIB Delhi In a significant step towards environmental sustainability, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has launched a nationwide mass mobilisation campaign titled ‘One Nation, One Mission: End Plastic Pollution’ ahead of World Environment Day 2025 celebrations. This campaign reinforces India’s commitment to combating plastic pollution and […]

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PM Modi Launches ₹26,000 Crore Development Projects in Rajasthan, Boosts Infrastructure & Rail Growth

Bikaner, Rajasthan: Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi today inaugurated, laid the foundation stone, and dedicated to the nation multiple development projects worth over ₹26,000 crore in Bikaner, Rajasthan. The high-profile event, attended by dignitaries from 18 states and union territories, marks a significant step in India’s mission to accelerate infrastructure growth and improve nationwide connectivity. Addressing […]

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Indian Hockey Players To Pursue Degrees Alongside Sports

New Delhi: Indian hockey players at the international, national, and state levels can now pursue academic excellence without putting their sporting careers on hold, thanks to a historic partnership between Amity University Online (AUO) and Hockey India. Through a newly signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the two organizations will offer robust educational opportunities tailored to […]

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Boost for Mango Farmers in Balangir as Odisha Eyes More Exports

Balangir: In a significant step toward boosting mango exports and improving livelihoods for farmers, a strategic training and planning workshop was recently held at the Office of the Assistant Director of Horticulture (ADH), Patnagarh. The event was organized under the Promotion and Stabilization of Farmer Producer Organizations (PSFPO) project, an initiative by the Department of […]

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Odissi Dance Classics Take Center Stage at Upasaraṇam 2025

Bhubaneswar: In a radiant celebration of Odisha’s cultural legacy, Upasaraṇam 2025, the annual showcase of Sṛjan – Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Odissi Nrityabasa, brought classical Odissi dance to the forefront at Rabindra Mandap in Bhubaneswar. With a mesmerizing evening of devotion, rhythm, and artistic excellence, 75 young dancers took center stage, reaffirming the state’s pivotal role […]

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