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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...

Bolangir/Deogaon: A 65-year-old man died of burn injuries he suffered while allegedly trying to set his wife’s body on fire after killing her in Ramchandrapur village under Deogaon police limits in Bolangir district Wednesday, police said. The deceased were identified as Upendra Kalsai and his...

Lucknow: Lucknow Super Giants put up an embarrassing batting display with some questionable tactical calls to be shot out for 141 in 18.4 overs in their IPL match against Delhi Capitals Wednesday. Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel opted to bowl first, and even though the Ekana...

Bhubaneswar: Prime Minister Narendra Modi Wednesday said Odisha has the power to mesmerise everyone and lauded its rich cultural heritage, spiritual depth, and the resilience of its people, while reaffirming the Centre's commitment to the state's development. Modi wrote a four-page letter to Odisha Chief...

Karachi: Former Pakistan captain Younis Khan is unhappy with the massive fine imposed on fast bowler Naseem Shah by the Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) for his reported comments against a political leader on social media, saying that such actions is not in the best of...

Lahore: Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) has issued fresh guidelines to all Pakistan Super League (PSL) franchises after a breach of security protocol happened at a team hotel here, making it clear that any further violations would not be tolerated. Soon after Zimbabwe captain Sikandar Raza,...

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Wednesday inaugurated a visa application centre here. Speaking at the inaugural event, Majhi said the establishment of the centre reflects Odisha's growing global connectivity and the state government's commitment to citizen-centric services. The centre has been opened at...

Lucknow: Delhi Capitals skipper Axar Patel won the toss and opted to bowl against Lucknow Super Giants in an Indian Premier League match here Wednesday. DC have fielded overs overseas players in David Miller, Pathum Nissanka, Tristan Stubbs and Lungi Ngidi. LSG went with four...

Bahanaga: A youth was killed, and another sustained critical injuries after being hit by a speeding cattle-laden vehicle while chasing it on National Highway 16 near Barikpur under Soro police limits in Balasore district Tuesday. The vehicle was later apprehended by the police, while the...

Purushottampur: The annual 'Chaitra Mangalabara' festival of Maa Tara Tarini, the presiding deity of Ganjam district, concluded Tuesday peacefully, drawing thousands of devotees from across the region. On the final day, the twin goddesses were adorned in the Basanti Durga attire, offering a special darshan...