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odia cuisine was showcased at the Indian Food Festival in Ingolstadt, Germany, with 15 delicacies including the Annapurna odia thali and dahibara aloodum. Organized by Shree Jagannatha Seva Germany and odia European Society, the event highlighted Odisha's culinary heritage. Proceeds will support the upcoming Rath Yatra.

odia diaspora worldwide is protesting ISKCON's untimely Rath Yatra celebrations abroad, citing scriptural and traditional deviations from Puri's annual festival. While ISKCON agreed to hold the yatra in India during July, they are proceeding with overseas events on different dates. Concerns are mounting, with diaspora groups planning further actions and seeking official intervention.

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Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the nation in mourning the passing of legendary playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, saying her voice enriched India's cultural world. Maharashtra CM Devendra Fadnavis also paid tribute. Tributes poured in from across the entertainment industry and political circles remembering her timeless contribution to Indian music.

Veteran playback singer Suman Kalyanpur, known for her voice similar to Lata Mangeshkar, passed away at 89. She enchanted listeners for decades with her versatile repertoire in Hindi, Marathi, and other regional languages. Her demise marks the end of a golden era in Indian music.

In Bhubaneswar, geriatric social worker Kenny Mahapatra is combating loneliness among seniors by fostering companionship and purpose through art, music, and social outings. Her initiative, started in 2017, now engages dozens weekly, helping the elderly rediscover joy, confidence, and vital human connection. These programs empower them to be active participants, building peer support and enhancing emotional well-being.

Padma Bhushan Suman Kalyanpur, who is known for her songs in the Hindi and Marathi film industry, passed away at the age of 89. Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Maharashtra Deputy Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and other ministers paid tribute to the veteran singer and remembered her contribution to Indian music.

Odisha's CBSE schools are largely unaffected by the new three-language policy due to low demand for foreign languages. Most students already follow a combination of English, odia, and Hindi or Sanskrit, minimizing academic disruption. While some adjustments are needed for students studying foreign languages, CBSE offers support for the transition.