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PM Modi's 'snack break' makes Bengal jhalmuri seller an 'overnight star', Google searches hit two-decade high

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- A brief stop for a plate of jhalmuri has turned into one of the most talked-about political moments in West Bengal's election season. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paused durin... Read More


Akshaya Tritiya: Rath Yatra preparations begin in Puri; CM Majhi performs 'Akhi Muthi Anukula' in Cuttack

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- The ceremonial commencement of Rath Yatra preparations will begin on Monday on the auspicious occasion of Akshaya Tritiya with key rituals scheduled in Puri. Agricultural cere... Read More


Rapido driver sends flirty texts to passenger after ride ends, viral post raises privacy concerns; watch

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- Bike taxi services have become a lifeline in crowded cities, offering commuters a quicker and cheaper alternative to cabs. From office-goers rushing to work to students avoidi... Read More


Sital Sasthi preparations begin in Sambalpur on Akshaya Tritiya

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- The preparatory process for the annual Sital Sasthi festival will begin on Monday in Sambalpur. The traditional rituals of Thala Utha and the selection of the bride's parents ... Read More


'No bindi, no tilak, but hijab allowed': Lenskart faces 'anti-Hindu' backlash and boycott calls; Peyush Bansal apologises

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- Eyewear giant Lenskart has landed in controversy after an internal grooming and dress code document went viral on social media. The leaked guide allegedly allowed Muslim emplo... Read More


Bhubaneswar set for T-Bridge, major upgrade on Jaydev Vihar-CRP stretch

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- The Odishagovernment is planning to construct a T-bridge in Bhubaneswar, alongside upgrading a key connecting road between Jaydev Vihar and CRP Square, as part of efforts to e... Read More


Akshaya Tritiya celebrated with devotion and traditional fervour across Odisha

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- The sacred festival of Akshaya Tritiya is being observed today with great religious fervour and cultural significance across Odisha. Regarded as one of the most auspicious day... Read More


Plane crashes after hitting tree in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- In a shocking incident, an aircraft crashed in Chhattisgarh's Jashpur district after colliding with a tree while flying at a dangerously low altitude. The mishap has triggered... Read More


Massive 7.4 earthquake triggers tsunami in northern Japan

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- A strong 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck northern Japan on Monday, triggering a tsunami that impacted coastal areas shortly after. According to the Japan Meteorological Agency... Read More


Civic Integrity or Publicity Stunt? Bengaluru entrepreneur uses Porsche bonnet to mix cement and patch up pothole, watch

Bhubaneswar, April 20 -- Civic responsibility is often measured not by grand speeches but by small actions that improve shared spaces. In crowded cities where infrastructure struggles to keep pace wit... Read More