Fadnavis: Marathi sole compulsory language in Maharashtra
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares Marathi will be the only compulsory language in the state. He also apologised for phone use during a literary event, citing poll management.
Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis declares Marathi will be the only compulsory language in the state. He also apologised for phone use during a literary event, citing poll management.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi issues a 15-point directive to Chief Secretary Anu Garg, targeting a $500-billion economy by 2036, zero tolerance for corruption, and exclusive use of Odia in official work. Read the key reforms.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi issues a 15-point directive to Chief Secretary Anu Garg, focusing on corruption-free governance, Odia language use, and rapid industrial growth aligned with Vision 2036. Read more.
Odia devotees from 53 countries will gather in Puri for a 3-day conference on Lord Jagannath's global consciousness. The event addresses unity in rituals and critiques ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatras abroad.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi pledges support for migrant worker assaulted in Chennai. Four juveniles arrested. State sends officer for probe. Details on the shocking incident and government response.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi pledges support for assaulted migrant worker in Tamil Nadu. Four teens detained. Read about the government's response and investigation.
Housing Minister Krushna Mahapatra opens 'Srujan' canteen at Kharavela Bhawan for 700+ staff. Meanwhile, Odisha Khadya Mahotsav's chowmein stall stirs debate on authentic Odia cuisine. Read more.
Banaras Hindu University introduces a new Odia Studies course under NEP 2020 to strengthen language skills and cultural literacy. Learn how this programme enhances employability.
Explore how internet memes and abbreviations like 'LOL' and 'BRB' are fundamentally altering language processing, communication, and even brain activity. Discover the neuroscience behind digital slang.
The Odisha Food Festival in Bhubaneswar is showcasing forgotten culinary treasures, including the GI-tagged Kai Chutney made from red ants. Discover the rich heritage.
Odisha's Baraputra Aitihya Gram Yojana will develop 25 birthplaces of freedom fighters & reformers into heritage museums with a ₹345 crore budget, boosting cultural tourism & local livelihoods.
Explore why India's focus on English overlooks its rich bhasha literature. The real issue is neglect of Indian languages, not colonial mindset. Read more.
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.
Banaras Locomotive Works (BLW) Varanasi wins Rail Minister's Rajbhasha Shield for 2024 as an ideal production unit. Award ceremony set for Dec 26 in Delhi. Read more.
IIT (BHU) Varanasi received a shield and certificate from the Town Official Language Implementation Committee for its exceptional work in promoting Hindi. Registrar Sumit Kumar Biswas and team were honoured at a ceremony.
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.
Senior Congress leader P. Chidambaram criticizes the use of Hindi words in parliamentary bill titles, calling it an affront to non-Hindi speaking people. He urges the government to use only English for titles.
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.