Konark Sun Temple: Religious or Scientific?
The Sun Temple in Konark, Odisha, is considered one of the finest examples of advanced architecture from 1250 AD. Its design, based on the time cycle and the concept of day and night, highlights the technological expertise of that era.
Jun 28, 2024, 12:51 PM IST
Journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra released from jail weeks after arrest over 'derogatory' remarks
Journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra, who was arrested over his alleged derogatory remark on Konark Temple, was on Thursday released from jail after the Orissa High Court granted him bail.
Dec 06, 2018, 20:41 PM IST
Odisha assembly passes motion to forgive journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra for his 'derogatory' remarks
Odisha Assembly on Saturday passed a motion to forgive journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra over his derogatory remark on Odisha's Konark Temple and the state's legislators.
Nov 17, 2018, 19:59 PM IST
Odisha CM writes to Culture Minister for preservation of Konark Temple
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik on Saturday wrote a letter to Union Culture Minister Mahesh Sharma for the preservation of Konark Temple.
Nov 11, 2018, 23:13 PM IST
Journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra taken into custody for 'derogatory' remarks on Konark temple
Iyer had earlier 'unreservedly' apologised and said that he will be more reflective and mature about his comments.
Oct 23, 2018, 17:07 PM IST
Will be more reflective and mature: Journalist Abhijit Iyer Mitra arrested for 'derogatory' remarks on Konark temple apologises
Defending himself, he said that he loves Odisha and has often heaped praises on the state.
Oct 17, 2018, 11:57 AM IST
Journalist Abhijit Iyer-Mitra booked for allegedly hurting religious sentiments
A privilege motion was on Thursday moved against Mitra in Odisha Assembly demanding action against him for allegedly hurting religious sentiments.
Sep 20, 2018, 18:11 PM IST
Special pilgrims train launched for Northeast region
In a bid to improve connectivity and to make northeast region a destination paradise, Indian Railway Catering And Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) and the North East Frontier Railway (NFR) recently launched the "Aastha Circuit Train" a special pilgrim train for the Northeastern region here.
Feb 25, 2017, 15:02 PM IST
Thousands throng Jagannath temple on New Year!
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik was among the thousands to visit Sri Jagannath temple in Puri on Sunday to take the blessings of deities on new year day.
Jan 01, 2017, 15:43 PM IST
Odisha to develop beaches, monuments to attract tourists
The Odisha government will develop several beaches, monuments and wildlife sanctuaries as tourist spots.
Feb 11, 2016, 09:21 AM IST
