Bhubaneswar

Newly-married man, grandmother killed as gift-pack explodes

The wife of the man was being treated at the government hospital in Burla, the police said.

Feb 25, 2018, 00:03 AM IST

Veteran actor Aparajita Mohanty joins BJP

Veteran Odia actor Aparajita Mohanty today joined the BJP in the presence of the party's senior leaders, including Union Petroleum Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.

Feb 19, 2018, 15:26 PM IST

Yearender 2017: Political heat, strained Centre-state relations marked 2017 in Odisha

Political heat, strained Centre-state relations, farmer suicides and the Mahanadi river water row marked the year 2017 in Odisha.

Dec 29, 2017, 11:37 AM IST

3-year-old who fell into open pit in Odisha, rescued after 8 hours

A three-year-old girl, who had fallen into an open pit, was on Tuesday rescued after eight long hours.

Dec 26, 2017, 11:26 AM IST

Hockey World League 2017: India's title hopes end in 0-1 defeat to Argentina in semis

Gonzalo Peillat’s 17th-minute penalty-corner conversion separated the two teams on a day when rain ruled Odisha capital and the heavy pitch resulted in a cat-and-mouse game after Argentina scored.

Dec 08, 2017, 21:20 PM IST

FIH Hockey World League Final 2017, 1st Semi-final: India vs Argentina – As it happened...

Unpredictable is the word doing the rounds in the run-up to the match. And rightly, it's the best one to describe the Indian side which has once again allowed millions of fans to hope for a hockey revival in the country. Then, hopes crashed on a wet, rainy day.

Dec 08, 2017, 21:11 PM IST

Australia team refuses to talk to Indian media at HWL 2017 in Bhubaneswar

The Australian team practiced at the stadium in mild drizzle as the mercury dipped in the Odisha capital on Friday, when India take on Argentina in the first semifinal.

Dec 08, 2017, 13:08 PM IST

HWL 2017 Final: India out of form but not out of it

To call India’s performance below-par will be an understatement. After a fighting draw against Australia, the team’s graph plunged in defeats against England (2-3) and Germany (0-2).

Dec 05, 2017, 18:02 PM IST

Hockey: It's been a testing journey to 200 caps, says India captain Manpreet Singh

Quite often, the true stories of the battle get lost in the glow of victory, but the background to such journeys always remains close to the heart of all achievers.

Dec 03, 2017, 19:46 PM IST

Odisha: Rains expected from next week

A low-pressure area which has formed over the south Andaman sea is likely to trigger rainfall in several parts of Odisha from December 7, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) said on Sunday.

Dec 03, 2017, 16:55 PM IST

HWL 2017 Final: India arrive ‘too’ late against England, lose 2-3

The defeat means India slip to the last position in Pool B with just one point. However, it doesn’t hurt their chances of progressing as the format ensures all eight teams play the quarterfinals.

Dec 02, 2017, 21:17 PM IST

FIH Hockey World League Final: India vs England — As it happened...

In another Group B match earlier in the day, Germany and Australia shared the spoils after a 2-2 draw, meaning India are now at the bottom of the points table with a draw and a defeat from two outings.

Dec 02, 2017, 21:06 PM IST

HWL 2017 Final: A win over England will make India’s rest day cheery

England may not be as testing as Australia but players like Barry Middleton and Mark Gleghorne are capable of turning the screws even on half chances.

Dec 02, 2017, 17:24 PM IST

HWL 2017 Final: India impress in 1-1 draw with Australia

It was a day of missed chances in India's tournament opener but the hosts will be happy to earn a point against the world champions.

Dec 01, 2017, 21:38 PM IST

Hockey World League Final: Nothing less than a medal should make India happy

Ranked 6th in the world at the moment, but playing the HWL Final only as virtue of hosts, India would want to tell the world that they are not in the top-eight group to make the numbers.

Dec 01, 2017, 16:01 PM IST

World Hockey League Final: After Asia Cup triumph, India eye success at world stage

India will open their campaign in the elite HWL Final against world champions and title holders Australia in Pool B tomorrow.

Nov 30, 2017, 15:06 PM IST

Hockey World League 2017 Final: Defence is my top priority, says dragflicker Rupinder Pal Singh

Back in national colours after recovering from an injury, dragflick specialist Rupinder Pal Singh said defence will be his top priority as he looks to make a fresh start during India's campaign at the Hockey World League (HWL) Final here.

Nov 29, 2017, 15:40 PM IST

Two cents from Sreejesh and Sardar: Hockey World League Final will set the tone for 2018

Sreejesh and Sardar, out of the team for contrasting reasons, are the closest one can get to the team that is now nestling in Bhubaneswar awaiting their HWL Final opener against Australia on December 1.

Nov 29, 2017, 15:00 PM IST

Hockey: Recalled for HWL Final, Rupinder Pal Singh eager to put 'toughest phase' behind

Back into the national fold after overcoming the "toughest phase of his career", fit-again dragflicker Rupinder Pal Singh says his comeback will be difficult as he has to stave off stiff competition from juniors to cement his place in the side.

Nov 17, 2017, 13:44 PM IST

Hockey India names 35 players for national coaching camp

Drag-flick specialist Rupinder Pal Singh, fullbacks Birender Lakra and Kothajit Singh too will be available for selection after injury layoff while forward Mandeep Singh is back in the camp after being rested for the Asia Cup.

Nov 04, 2017, 20:58 PM IST