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Heritage walks promote passion for history, say experts
Dhenkanal: “Our history is the basis of the development of a civilization and its vast wealth. The huge cultural flow that has been created through our monasteries, temples, forts, food, clothes, culture, is on the verge of extinction due!-->…
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‘Vande Mataram’ painting camp concludes in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar: A three-day painting camp titled ‘Vande Mataram’ organised to commemorate 150 years of the national song Vande Mataram was concluded at Shakuntala Gallery near Uttara Square here on Sunday.
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Akshaya Tritiya marks beginning of farming season
Bhubaneswar: People across Odisha are celebrating the agrarian festival 'Akshaya Tritiya' today, marking the start of the farming season. Farmers observed the traditional ritual of ‘Akhi Muthi Anukula’, symbolically sowing seeds in their!-->…
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Odisha celebrates Odia New Year with tradition & Pana
Bhubaneswar: Maha Bishuba Sankranti, also known as Pana Sankranti, marks the traditional New Year in Odisha. Across Odisha, families come together to welcome the new year with prayers, rituals, and festive foods on Tuesday.
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Puri, Pottery and Beyond: A treat for heritage lovers
Puri: Members of the Puri Heritage Walks (PHW) on Sunday experienced a culturally enriching journey as they explored Kumharapada village, known for its traditional pottery used in preparing the sacred offerings of Mahaprabhu Shri!-->…
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Know how Vaisakhi is celebrated in different parts of India
by Sadhana Patri
Maha Bishuba Sankranti (Pana Sankranti) is the traditional New Year festival of the Odia people in Odisha. It falls on the first day of the solar month of Mesa in the Odia calendar, corresponding to the lunar month of!-->!-->!-->…
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JHW holds its 14th trail, culture enthusiasts explore 3 heritage sites
Jagatsinghpur: Participating in the 14th edition of the Jagatsinghpur Heritage Walks (JHW) on Sunday, around 25 heritage enthusiasts from across the State explored three historically significant sites on the outskirts of the town including!-->…
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Govt plans grand Odia Pakhya with 14-day cultural celebration
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Government on Monday announced a grand 14-day cultural extravaganza, Odia Pakhya, to be celebrated across the State from April 1 to 14. Odia Language, Literature & Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj made the!-->…
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Ram Navami fervour grips Odisha amid tight security
Bhubaneswar: Devotees thronged temples across Odisha on Friday to celebrate Ram Navami, with major religious centres witnessing large gatherings under heightened security arrangements.
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Odisha sets Guinness World Record for largest serving of Pakhala
Bhubaneswar: In a moment of immense pride for the state, Odisha on Friday etched its name on the global map by setting a Guinness World Record for the largest serving of Pakhala, a beloved traditional dish. The feat was achieved on the!-->…
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