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Why Raja Is More Than Just a Festival in Odisha.

Raja is one of the most beautiful festivals in India, yet very few outside Odisha know what it actually celebrates. While the world celebrates spring and harvest, Odisha celebrates something far more powerful. The womanhood of Mother Earth.

For three days, the soil is given rest. No ploughing. No digging. No farming. Because in Odia tradition, Mother Earth is believed to be going through her menstrual cycle. And just like a woman, she deserves rest, care and celebration.

Raja is also the only festival in India that openly honours menstruation as something sacred, natural and pure. At a time when periods are still treated as a taboo in many parts of the country, Odisha has been quietly teaching the world a far more respectful truth for centuries.

Young girls dress in new clothes. Swings hang from mango trees. Pana, podapitha and chhena poda fill every household. There is laughter, music, food and freedom. It is a festival that tells our daughters one simple thing. Being a woman is something to be proud of, not hidden.

This is the cultural depth that makes Odia identity so unique. And this is why Raja deserves to be celebrated, understood and shared far beyond our state.

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Because some of the most progressive ideas in the world were already living quietly inside Odia tradition.

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A superstar who became an MLA.

We asked Akash Das Nayak the questions everyone wants answered, the BJD exit, the BJP switch, life after fame and the real Odia film industry.
One answer genuinely surprised us.

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What Is Amit Bhuyan’s Real Diet Plan During a Bodybuilding Competition?

Most people think bodybuilders just lift heavy and eat clean. So what does a professional like Amit Bhuyan actually eat when he is preparing for a competition.

In this Best in Odisha conversation, Professional Bodybuilder Amit Bhuyan broke it all down. The proteins that fuel his muscle. The carbs he times around his training. The fats he refuses to cut out. The supplements that actually make a difference. And the one habit most gym goers get completely wrong.

He also opened up about the mental side of competition prep. The hunger. The cravings at midnight. The discipline that has to stay even when motivation disappears.

There is no magic formula. Just consistency, patience and a diet planned with intention.

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Because the body you want is built in the kitchen long before it is shaped in the gym.

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Is Mem Saheb Actually a Mystery Movie?
Actress Priya Choudhury Reveals. Best in Odisha

The trailer of Mem Saheb has left audiences asking one big question. Is this a romance, a thriller, or a full blown mystery film.

In this Best in Odisha conversation, Actress Priya Choudhury gave the most honest answer we have heard so far. She explained why Mem Saheb cannot be put inside one single genre, and why that is exactly what makes it special.

She also hinted at the layers in the story, the emotional twists, and the moments that mean something completely different by the end. Without giving away spoilers she said one thing clearly. This film is meant to be watched with full attention.

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Because some films are not meant to be predicted. They are meant to be felt.

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If Women Are Missing From Policy Making, Who Speaks for Women’s Issues | Ft.Social Activist Anushree Dash

Most laws that shape women’s lives in India are still written in rooms where very few women sit. From safety and maternity to workplace equality and rural welfare, the absence of women at the decision making table is one of the most overlooked issues of our time.

In this Best in Odisha conversation, Social Activist Anushree Dash addressed a question every Indian needs to think about. When women are underrepresented in policy making, how do women centric issues actually get the attention they deserve.

She shared honest realities from the ground. Schemes that look good on paper but fail to reach the women they were meant for. Conversations on women’s safety that often happen without women’s voices. Policies that miss the lived experience of the very people they aim to serve.

She also reminded us that real change does not only start in Parliament. It begins in classrooms, in households, in panchayats, and in conversations like this one.

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Because the policies of tomorrow will only be fair if more women are heard in the rooms where they are written today.

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Most people spend thousands on luxury facials and viral skincare routines expecting dramatic anti-aging results—but the medical truth is shocking.

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What You MUST Pay Attention to in an Interview | Ft. Partha Sarathi Mishra | Best In Odisha

In this exclusive episode, Partha Sarathi Mishra, former CHRM of Tata Steel, reveals the untold truths of the hiring process. Learn what top companies actually look for in candidates, the most common mistakes that cost people their dream jobs, and how HR professionals assess resumes and interviews.

Whether you're a job seeker or simply want to understand the corporate mindset, this conversation is packed with valuable career insights.

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What shports infrastructure should develop in our Odisha? | Ft. Pramita Mohapatra | Best In Odisha

In this exclusive episode of Best in Odisha, Pramita Mohapatra, a trailblazing Odia sports anchor who has broken barriers and redefined what it means to be a woman in sports journalism. In this inspiring episode, Pramita shares her remarkable journey—from humble beginnings in Odisha to gaining national recognition. She opens up about the challenges she faced, the victories she celebrated, and the unwavering passion that fuels her every day. Her story is a powerful reminder of how determination and resilience can turn dreams into reality.

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