A US-based yoga teacher from Odisha, Neeta Mohanty, and her siblings inaugurate the Basanta Bishnupriya Memorial Hall in Soro. The centre offers free first-month classes starting Jan 1, 2026. Read more.
Saudi Arabia introduces a unique commemorative stamp for World Arabic Language Day, available at major travel hubs. Discover this cultural initiative celebrating Arabic heritage.
Odisha government partners with OpenAI to train students and officials in AI, develop Odia language use cases, and pilot AI applications in public administration. Explore the details.
Bhubaneswar hosts the Odia Khadya Mahotsav from Dec 23-29, featuring 140+ food stalls from all 30 districts. Experience traditional cuisine, competitions, and cultural discussions. Discover Odisha's rich food legacy.
Veteran Odia film producer Rabindra Mohan Sahoo, known for 15+ films, passed away in Bhubaneswar. A former BJP candidate and councillor, his legacy spans cinema and public life. Read more.
Odisha government identifies 50 century-old Odia-medium schools for conservation and modernisation under the Aitihya Vidyalaya scheme with a ₹60 crore budget. Read more.
The official trailer for the Odia film 'Motorcycle', starring Kuna Tripathy and Jyoti Ranjan Nayak, is out now. Directed by Aswin Tripathy, watch it here.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticizes the use of Hindi words in official bills, calling it disrespectful to India's linguistic diversity. Read his full statement and the political debate.
A woman from Delhi living in Bengaluru explains the practical benefits of learning Kannada, from easier auto rides to better market deals. Watch her story and see how language bridges gaps.
Odisha's culture department announces a Rs 1 crore grant for Bargarh's Dhanu Jatra, the world's largest open-air theatre. The 11-day festival starts Dec 24. Read about the grand plans.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan invites TN CM Stalin to Varanasi, emphasizes cultural unity at Kashi Tamil Sangamam. Read about the 'Learn Tamil' theme and the political backdrop.
Experts warn of a decline in academic language skills among Indian students. Learn about the causes, consequences, and solutions proposed by educators to revive scholarly communication.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi honoured four blind women cricketers from the state, part of India's T20 World Cup winning team, with Rs 11 lakh each. Read about their inspiring journey and the call for government jobs.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh emphasizes that promoting Hindi should not undermine India's diverse linguistic heritage. He notes a visible shift in government language use over the past decade.
Three-language committee concludes Maharashtra tour with public hearing. Key demands include compulsory Marathi until Class 12 and Hindi from Class 5. Panel considers online language options.
Bengaluru police arrest Utkal Deepika Rout, wife of late Odia rapper Abhinav Singh, for abetment to suicide after a 10-month digital probe. Details on the case inside.
An Odia woman who made false torture allegations against her US-based mother returns to India. Read the full story of legal proceedings and family reconciliation.
Spiritual leader Tarun Agasti urges ISKCON to respect Lord Jagannath traditions after untimely Rath Yatra in Taiwan. Read why timing matters in Hindu rituals.
Tamil Nadu Minister Udhayanidhi Stalin sparks controversy calling Sanskrit a dead language. BJP leaders condemn remarks as anti-Hindu. Political battle intensifies.
19-year-old Arnav Khaire dies by suicide after being assaulted for speaking Hindi on a local train in Thane. Police investigation underway amid rising language tensions in Maharashtra.
Renowned Odia playback singer Humane Sagar passed away at AIIMS Bhubaneswar on November 17, 2025. The 34-year-old was battling multiple health complications. Read about his musical legacy.
The Odia music industry mourns the loss of Humane Sagar, who died at 34 from multi-organ failure. Remember his journey from 'Voice of Odisha' to Ollywood stardom.
Odia playback singer Humane Sagar, the voice behind over 150 film songs, has died at 34. He was battling multi-organ failure. Read more about his legacy.
Popular Odia playback singer Sagar passes away at 36. The music industry mourns the loss of the talented artist known for his soulful voice.
Popular Odia playback singer Humane Sagar dies at 34 in Bhubaneswar. CM Majhi offers condolences. Explore his musical journey and legacy.
Yann LeCun's planned exit from Meta fuels speculation about Big Tech's AI direction. Critics question if LLM dominance suppresses alternative research. Explore the growing rift in AI development.
Maharashtra's three-language committee hears strong support for introducing Hindi from Class 6 rather than Class 1. Educationists warn against overburdening students with early third language instruction.
Mark your calendars! The Oriya drama 'Sir' starring Samaresh Routray and Dipanwit Dashmohapatra hits theaters on November 14, 2025. Directed by Keshab Mallick. Don't miss this cinematic treat!
Mount Carmel School, Sector 47-B, Chandigarh celebrated Punjabi Week with cultural events, folk dances, and poetry recitations to promote Punjabi language and heritage.
Author Peggy Mohan delivered an insightful lecture on language evolution at India International Centre, exploring how languages transform through migration and cultural exchange.