Odisha Special

SASHIKANTA MANSINGH, OP I n the quiet, undulating landscape of Khurda district, the hill shrine of Maa Ramachandi at Gadamanitri stands as a place where faith is shaped as much by nature as by narrative. Located around 22 km from Khurda town, the shrine remains...

ARINDAM GANGULY, OP Once a celebrated face of Odisha’s theatre and cinema, Sagarbala Patnaik— fondly known as “Basanti Apa”—now lives far from the applause and dazzling stage lights that once defined her life. Her journey is not merely a story of fading fame, but one...

ANISHA KHATUN, OP I n the heart of Bhubaneswar, a temple unlike any other challenges conventional ideas of sacred architecture and worship. Vaital Temple, also known as Bait la Deula or Tini-mundi Deula, stands as a striking fusion of artistry, mysticism and tantric tradition, offering...

SUMAN MOHANTY, OP Nestled within a centuries-old bamboo forest, the Kantabaunsuni Devi shrine in Damanjodi of Koraput district stands as a striking symbol of the ancient tradition of nature worship deeply rooted in the region’s tribal and indigenous cultures. This unique, roofless shrine— where a...

Keonjhar: Santoshi Deo of Keonjhar district has emerged as a compelling symbol of resilience, choice, and women’s empowerment, showing how determination combined with timely institutional support can transform personal hardship into leadership and national inspiration. Married at the age of 16 in Haryana, Santoshi endured...

While the Odia film industry has produced its share of cinematic gems, some of its brightest female stars have also carved a space for themselves in the Hindi entertainment world. Be it through parallel cinema, national television, or OTT platforms, these women have crossed state...

Here, we spotlight five emerging talents from Odisha, each representing a different sport and the state’s bright future.

By Patit Mandal, OP Beyond the grand spires of Puri and Bhubaneswar, a quieter narrative unfolds, one where folklore breathes through fading stone and belief turns the ordinary into the divine. These lesser-known sites may lie off the tourist map, but for locals, these legends...

Know about 5 Odia startup founders who built successful ventures and are now up to something new. Read about thier journeys.

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