While I was walking down one of the streets in the centre of our city, I saw an auto stopping by, and I rushed near it, as if I was in a great hurry to catch a flight, which was apparently not the scene.
30 Books of Odia Author and Historian Jagannath Prasad Das to Come Online on Odia Wikisource
Odia author and cultural historian Jagannath Prasad Das has recently permitted to re-license under a free license Creative Commons Share-Alike 4.0 or CC-BY-SA 4.0 for 30 volumes of his notable works.
Bhubaneswar Blues: a Stunning Video on the City
The video, which captures the transition of the capital city from a pilgrimage center to smart city, has received 2,700 views and about 300 subscriptions since its publication October 24.
5 Budget Hotels under Rs.1600 in Bhubaneswar
While the definition of a budget hotel is subject to personal interpretation, many tourists look for budget hotels at lower cost with standard adherence to hygiene, services and safety. We decided to put together a list of five hotels in Bhubaneswar offer their services under Rs. 1600 per day.
Diwali in Odisha – Celebration of A Different Kind
Diwali is a unique celebration in Odisha. Here, the ‘Festival of Lights’ is not just limited to customary bursting of crackers and exchange of lip-smacking sweets, but also accompanied by Kali Puja and the ritualistic ceremony of ‘Badabadua Daka’. The celebrations are special in the Millennium City of Cuttack, Coastal town of Bhadrak and the very-popular Pilgrim Town of Puri.
Bhitarkanika National Park: Odisha’s Mini Amazon
For those interested in mangroves and their hidden treasures, Bhitarkanika is the place to be in this holiday season.
Odia Wikisource to Celebrate Its First Anniversary in Bhubaneswar
Odia Wikisource, a sister project of Odia Wikipedia and a free online Odia-language library is celebrating its first anniversary in Bhubaneswar tomorrow i.e., 25th October, 2015. Available online at or.wikisource.org, the project finally went live in last year on October 20 after being incubated over two years.
Cuttack’s Golden Durga Puja
In the Silver City of Cuttack, Durga Puja is unique in more ways than one. While the neighboring State of West Bengal hosts the autumn festival with theme-based pandals and idols, Odisha’s Millennium City of Cuttack decorates the Mother Goddess with gold and silver.
Images from Durga Puja 2015 in Bhubaneswar
Puja committees across Bhubaneswar have put their best foot forward to draw revelers and captivate them with their glitz and glory. It’s the Maha Navami, and the city is buzzing with celebration, with Puja revelers can be seen thronging the panadals across Bhubaneswar. For those not in the city this Puja, here are some images […]
Durga Puja: Celebrating Tradition
Durga Puja is is the only time of the year when around 2000 Bengalis of Bhubaneswar come together for community bonding. The Kalibari Durga Puja Samiti, on its part, takes care to offer them a taste of authentic Bengali tradition.
Challenge Capitalism, Not Hindi-Speaking Odias
Capitalism play a crucial role in shaping the social dynamics. In a state where most people are worried about earning more money so they can lead a comfortable life, who cares about the intangible culture anyway?
Bhubaneswar Temples: A Walk Down the Heritage Lane
Historians say construction of temples in Bhubaneswar was at its peak between the 7th and 12th century. Almost all the temples can be seen in the Old Town area around the Bindusagar Lake.
Must-See Eco-friendly Destinations in Odisha
From lush jungles to wildlife habitats, Odisha is home to several places of unique biodiversity, and a variety of plants, birds and animals. Also, experience the lifestyle of communities who are committed to sustainable tourism and ensure that these destinations remain beautiful for several years to come.
5 Depressing Facts about Odisha’s Agriculture Sector
The sorry state of affairs in the agriculture sector is forcing farmers to either quit farming or commit suicide due to an unbearable loan burden.
FYI: Things You Should Know about the Smart City Project
Bhubaneswar and Rourkela made it to the coveted list of Smart City Project. Is this just a vanity tag? What does this actually mean for the two cities? Let’s find out:
Tales of Odia Women in the National Freedom Struggle
The women of Orissa played a significant role in all phases of national movement. They had made momentous contribution to the freedom struggle by demonstrating their indomitable courage and unflinching patriotism.