Year 1982! I was a child then. We were living in Sambalpur in western Odisha, where my father was serving as a lecturer in Zoology at the prime Gangadhar Meher College. Additionally, he also served as the Rector of a…
Accuracy of Konark Sundial built in 1250 AD, still gives time accurately today
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Ekamra Kanan in Bhubaneswar to house largest rose garden of eastern India
The Regional Plant Resource Centre (RPRC), Bhubaneswar is setting up a huge rose garden at Ekamra Kanan Botanical Garden with 1,080 varieties of roses. The RPRC has decided to spend Rs 8 lakh for the establishment of the garden…
International Sandart Festival Continuing at beach near Konark Sun Temple
Do check out if you are around in Odisha, a must visit festival of highly talented artists creating miracles out of sand.
FYI Bhubaneswar Kalinga Stadium holds India’s first Olympic standard pink and blue pitch
The tournament will be held in the eastern Indian State of Odisha. Although far away from the big metro-cities of India, it is one of the major heartlands of hockey in the country. All matches will be hosted at the…
International Sandart Festival Starts in Konark Beach Odisha
Check out the awesome sandart sculptures prepared by artists in the ongoing international Sandart festivals
Dates announced for India Surfing Festival 2015, Feb 6-8 at Odisha, plan your travel
Dates have been announced for India surfing festival at Ramchandi beach odisha Feb 6-8, book your calendars and plan your travel….
11th Century Remains of a temple found near Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar
The Archaeological Survey of India has found remnants of an ancient temple near Lingaraj temple here in the city. “The temple, belonging to the 11th and 12th century, was found on Sunday. It is built in pancharatha style,” said Arun…
Sandart showing Jagannath Nabakalebar in Bhubaneswar for President’s visit
Sudarshan pattnaik has carved out an awesome sandart for Jagannath Nabakalebar in honor of President Pranab Mukherjee Visit.
Practice Turf Ready to welcome international stars of Hockey to city
A new synthetic turf has been laid at the Kalinga Sports Complex, which is all set to host the prestigious Champions Trophy. The eight-nation tournament will commence on December 6 and India stands a fair chance to win the trophy.…