As India comes to terms with the demonetisation of high value currency notes, one festival that truly represents the spirit of commerce and finance might come and go in Orissa this year, without much fanfare – Boita Bandana and Bali Jatra.
What Makes Odisha Poor and How It Can Change its Fortunes
Odisha can lead a second Green Revolution in the east if it taps the hidden potentials like a boss.
VSSUT, Burla – Glorious Since 1956
This video is a beautiful tribute to the oldest engineering college of Odisha by the students and the West Alumnus Society of Burla Engineers (WASBE).
Durga Puja – The Celebration of Odia Identity
Originally Durga worship was carried out in temples. But there is no dated evidence when Durga puja started on a large scale.
Why Culinary Excellence of Odisha Needs Marketing
No state in India can match the variety and flavor of Odia food. But not many people know about it due to lack of patronage and promotion.
Story of Kandigaon: United by Sanitation, Divided by Castes
Thanks to the Swachh Bharat campaign, the number of latrines in Kandigaon, Odisha increased from 46 to 253. Until, the grounds realities got in the way.
How to Get a BSNL Broadband Connection in Bhubaneswar
We’ve designed this guide to help you understand what it takes before you get a landline and broadband connection. With the help of this guide, you should be better prepared before your visit and able to save time during your stay at the office.
Odia Boy’s Bolly Tale of Perseverance
Sahu has worked with Shyam Benegal in a 10-part television series on the making of the Indian Constitution for Rajya Sabha TV. He was also an assistant director to Chandraprakash Dwivedi of Pinjar fame in the 2014 film Zed Plus.
When will Nuakhai become a Truly pan-Odisha Festival?
Given the agrarian origins and largely secular moorings of Nuakhai, there is no reason why it should not be a pan-Odisha festival.
Straw Painting – Odisha’s Exquisite Handicraft
Synonymous with straw painting, Jirala in Dhenkanal district has carved a place for itself in the art map of Odisha due to the efforts of Pradeepta, who is the lone craftsman in the state practicing and promoting straw painting.
To Odisha from Pakistan
For me, this brief reminiscence of history will always remain a wonderful memorandum of reverence to Odisha from Pakistan.
Biswakarmas: Craftsmen of the Gods
The architectural marvels are carefully crafted by a team of 75 carpenters under the watchful eyes of three Mukhya Biswakarmas (chief carpenters)— Bijay Mohapatra, Krushna Chandra Maharana and Nrusingha Mohapatra— within a 58-day deadline that begins on Akshya Trutiya.
Cleanliness in Bhubaneswar: A Reality Check
The ground reality in some of the major government establishments in the city tells a sordid about Bhubaneswar’s commitment to maintaining cleanliness.
Odisha: A State Of Great Cooks And Lesser Known Cuisine
Oriya cuisine rarely features among the popular Indian food cultures today. Wondering why?
Ganjam to Bollywood: Inspiring Journey of Vikram
In a classic rags-to-riches story, Vikram Swain from Antarigam in Ganjam district of Odisha has come a long way.
Silence of Ganjapa Shuffle
While just two to three families prepare these cards in Puri district, there is only one family each in Sonepur, Ganjam and Gajapati districts who are carrying on with the tradition.