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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...

A new DNA analysis is adding a surprising dimension to the enduring mystery of the Shroud of Turin, with researchers reporting that a significant share of genetic material found on the cloth may trace back to India. The linen shroud, measuring about 4.4 metres long...

MANOJ KUMAR JENA, OP Bhubaneswar: A 55-year-old auto driver from Apuja village in Cuttack’s Niali area is no ordinary man. His dedication and selfless service stand as a shining example of how one individual can bring hope to people in times of need. Pravat Kumar...

A careless beachside stunt in Goa quickly turned into a cautionary tale after a group of youths drove a Toyota Fortuner onto the shoreline to wash it, ignoring clearly stated coastal restrictions. What appeared to be harmless fun took a dramatic turn when a strong...

New York: The US and Israel's war with Iran has thrust the Strait of Hormuz once again into the crosshairs of a geopolitical conflict. Nearly all traffic in the waterway that connects the Persian Gulf to the rest of the globe's oceans, shutting down a...

Thiruvananthapuram: Genrobotics, a deep-tech startup based in Thiruvananthapuram, has secured an infrastructure contract worth around Rs 80 crore from PUB, Singapore's National Water Agency after outperforming more than 600 companies in a global evaluation process. Under the agreement, the Kerala-based firm will deploy advanced robotic...

A month-old social media post by an astrologer predicting a disruption in India’s LPG supply has resurfaced online, drawing amused reactions as reports of gas shortages circulate in parts of the country. The post, originally shared on the social media platform X in September 2025,...

Stories of jugaad, creative problem-solving, are often heard and seen across India. Whenever a problem arises, people tend to find unique solutions. This is why Indian jugaad frequently becomes a topic of discussion worldwide. Such innovations often prove useful, especially when a necessary item suddenly...

Reports of LPG cylinder shortages are emerging from several parts of the country, causing inconvenience for everyone from ordinary citizens to small shopkeepers. The disruption in gas supply has forced many people to wait in long lines outside gas agencies to obtain cylinders. The situation...

A video circulating on social media has sparked widespread debate after Mahakumbh’s viral girl, Monalisa, was reportedly seen marrying her Muslim boyfriend, Farman. The video, which has gone viral online, shows Monalisa standing in a temple in Trivandrum dressed as a bride, wearing a red...