The elaborate sculpture, standing approximately six feet tall, was crafted using several tonnes of sand and showcased Pattnaik’s signature style of blending art with social messaging
07 April,2026 10:45 AM IST | Puri (Odisha) | IANS-1775461333564_d.png "Sharad Pawar, Ramdas Athawale among 19 Rajya Sabha members to take oath")
The oath was taken in the presence of Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan. Deputy Chairman Harivansh, and Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju were present during the ceremony in the Rajya Sabha chamber
06 April,2026 03:31 PM IST | New Delhi | mid-day online correspondent
Rahul Arunoday Banerjee, 43, died after drowning at Odisha’s Talsari beach during a shoot, leaving behind his family and fans in shock. The incident has prompted a police probe, while tributes poured in from Mamata Banerjee and industry members
29 March,2026 10:24 PM IST | Mumbai | PTI-1774780985285_d.png "PM Narendra Modi praises Sambalpur fish farmer in 'Mann Ki Baat'")
Sujata Bhuyan from Sambalpur expressed pride and motivation after being praised by Narendra Modi in Mann Ki Baat. Starting her fish farming journey in 2022 near the Hirakud Reservoir, she has built a successful enterprise, becoming an inspiration for women through her determination and growth
29 March,2026 08:56 PM IST | Odisha | mid-day online correspondentADVERTISEMENT
