Bhubaneswar, the capital of Odisha, is all set to transform into a vibrant “Mini India Market” with the grand hosting of Sisir Saras 2026, a mega rural products fair scheduled from January 10 to January 18 at the IDCO Exhibition Ground.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on Tuesday released 55 scholarly volumes in various classical Indian languages, marking a significant step toward strengthening India’s rich linguistic and cultural heritage.
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo of the Orissa High Court has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court in Bihar. The appointment was made by President of India Droupadi Murmu by exercising the powers conferred under clause (1) of Article 217 of the Constitution of India.
Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan Deemed to be University has taken a significant step toward enhancing companion animal welfare with the launch of a dedicated Spa and Grooming Centre for pet dogs and cats in Bhubaneswar.
India has officially emerged as the world’s top producer of rice, overtaking China and marking a major milestone in global agriculture. According to the United States Department of Agriculture USDA December 2025 report, India’s rice production has reached an estimated 152 million tonnes, surpassing China’s output of 146 million tonnes.
The Odisha government has announced a significant hike in the monthly allowance for traditional folk artistes, reinforcing its commitment to preserving the state’s rich cultural heritage.
Odisha is set to make history by auctioning its first-ever gold mines as part of an ambitious annual mineral auction calendar covering 49 mineral blocks.
Ahead of the New Year celebrations, authorities at Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar have resumed the boating facility for visitors at Kanjia Lake, offering a renewed attraction for tourists visiting one of Odisha’s most popular wildlife destinations.
The Tata Steel Foundation has successfully constructed 243 ponds across the Kalinganagar region of Odisha over the past five years, significantly enhancing water security, groundwater recharge, and agricultural productivity in the area.
Vedanta Aluminium, in collaboration with the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (OSPCB), organised a large-scale awareness and cleanliness drive at the popular Koilighughar Waterfall near Lakhanpur in Jharsuguda district on December 20, reinforcing efforts to curb plastic pollution at natural tourist destinations in Odisha.
