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Orissa (Oriya ??????) pronunciation (help·info) (also known as Odisha)^[1] is a state of India, located on the east coast of India, by the Bay of Bengal. It is the modern name of ancient republican nation of Kalinga, which was invaded by the Indian Emperor Ashoka in 261 BC, that led to a turning point in the Emperor's life when deeply saddened by the bloodshed he embraced Buddhism in search of inner peace.The modern state of Orissa was established on 1 April 1936 as a province in British India^[2], and consists, predominantly of Oriya speakers^[3]. 1 April is therefore celebrated as Utkal Divas (Orissa Day).

Orissa is the ninth largest state by area in India, and the eleventh largest by population. Oriya is the official and most widely spoken language^[4]. Orissa has a relatively unindented coastline^[5] (about 480 km long^[6]) and lacks good ports^[5], except for the deepwater facility at Paradip. The narrow, level coastal strip, including the Mahanadi River delta supports the bulk of the population^[7]. The interior of the state is mountainous and sparsely populated^[7]. Deomali at 1672 m is the highest point of the state.

Orissa is subject to intense cyclones. The most intense one, in October 1999, Tropical Cyclone 05B caused severe damage and some 10,000 deaths.

Orissa is home to the Hirakud Dam, one of the longest dams in the world. Orissa has several popular tourist destinations. Puri, with the Jagannatha's temple near the sea (famous for Rath Yatra or the Car Festival), and Konark, with the Sun Temple, are visited by thousands of tourists every year. The Jagannatha Temple of Puri, The Sun Temple of Konarka, The Lingaraja Temple of Bhubaneswar, and the Barabati Fort of Cuttack are important in the archaeological history of India.

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1. Puri the Pilgrimage Destination October 19, 2009 Puri the city in the state of Orissa is a famous pilgrimage place people come here from all around the country to o worship Lord Jaggannath. Puri has the premium coastlines in the Eastern coast of India. The city is situated along the coast of Bay of Bengal and is considered to be the city of Golden Triangles of East India. Hotels in Puri There is wide range of hotels available in the city of Puri which gives good services to the visitors. Some well known 4 star hotels in Puri are: the Marina Beach Resort, the Hans Coco Palms, the Mayfair Beach Resort. And the Toshali Sands About... (read more) Author: alivia martin

2. The Hotels In Puri October 14, 2009 Puri is the most favorite pilgrimage place and is situated in the state of Orissa. The famous Jagannath temple is in Puri . This famous temple is thronged by numerous devotees from all over the country to catch a glance of Lord Jaggannath. The annual Rath Yatra of Puri is also a great attraction this yatra lasts for 9 days.There is many other temples in Puri like Mausima Mandir, Gundicha Ghar, and Loknath Temple. Beaches of Puri are full of scenic beauty and known for tidiness. High-quality food good shopping items are available on the beaches of Puri. Puri is a perfect place for discovering t... (read more) Author: alivia martin

3. Konark- Bathed In Majestic Beauty October 08, 2009 Konark- the very name conjures up beauteous images of the world famous temple Sun Temple, a World Heritage Site. It is a small town, hemmed in by lush green forests, located in the Puri district of the state of Orissa. It is one of the most famous tourist destinations of the state. Tourists from across the world come here to see its mesmerizing temples, maths and the enchanting Konark Beach. Konark Attractions: Sun Temple It is a wondrous temple fashioned in the form of a huge chariot with 24 wheels pulled by seven horses. Recognised as a World Heritage Site by UNESCO, the... (read more) Author: Sanjog Kr

4. REAL ESTATE AND INDIAN ECONOMY October 05, 2009 Real estate economics is the application of economic techniques to real estate markets. It tries to describe, explain, and predict patterns of real estate prices, building production, and real estate consumption. The closely related field of housing economics is narrower in scope, concentrating on residential real estate markets. Both draw on partial equilibrium analysis, urban economics, spatial economics, and finance. Unlike certain industries where there has been some sort of stagnation in the recent past, the scenario is different in the case of housing industry. The housing sector in... (read more) Author: subhrajit panda

5. Real Estate & Indian Economy October 02, 2009 The continuous growth of retail sector is also playing a key role in the growth of the realty sector in India. With the growth of the retail sector estimated at 25 per cent in the next few years, it is likely to create a demand for real estate measuring more than 200 million sq. ft. Numerous shopping malls with an average area of one-million sq. ft. are already in place or on their way in a number of cities in India including Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Bengaluru, Chennai, Hyderabad, Chandigarh, Orissa ,Ludhiana and Ahmedabad etc. As the burgeoning middle class in the country are often earni... (read more) Author: Baidyanath Mahakul

6. PROPERTIES FOR SALE IN ORISSA September 21, 2009 Wel come to Shree mahavir Estcon (p) Ltd. It Is a Professionally Managed company registered under companies act 1956. It Provides Properties for Sale, buy properties, Luxurious Apartment, land for sale, land for buy, Apartment in Orissa . It is a Orissa based real estate company. This is your sourest route to finding your dream in Orissa. Mahavir Estcon offers a unique opportunity to find properties for sale in Orissa. It has thousand of properties for sale throughout Orissa. So whatever you’re looking for a property in Orissa, whenever in Orissa and whatever your budget, this is the pla... (read more) Author: Prasanta Behera

7. All about Indian marriages September 15, 2009 In India, marriages and weddings are grand and auspicious events. Marriages in India are mostly arranged marriages. It’s a big thing and celebrated at a large scale when two individuals are tied in a holy matrimonial, it’s not just the union of two people but also a union of two families. Every culture, every religion prevailing in India follows different tradition and style of marriage, be it – Bengali matrimony, Guajarati matrimony, Orissa matrimony, Punjabi matrimony, Sindhi matrimony, Bihar matrimony, Tamil matrimony etc, all have their own unique style and customs to conduct the wedd... (read more) Author: Jharna Bhatnagar

8. The Uniqueness in Orissa Music September 09, 2009 Music got its appreciation even before Beethoven, Mozart play their fingers on instruments. Music enters into our live with its heart melting emotions meandering its beauty all along our way. Music is a part of art which is most powerful, most effective and most admirable way to share the feelings tete-a tete. Culture differs, environment differs…so do Music differs. Every geographical region has got its own identity in its sphere of music. Orissa is blessed with a blend of classical, devotional, modern music, which distinguishes Orissa music for its rich unique value and appreciation. ... (read more) Author: Rutambhara Mishra

9. Chandua: Appliqué Work of Orissa August 18, 2009 Chandua: Appliqué Work of ORISSA Introduction- Orissa a delightful terrain of an extensive and rich cultural heritage on the coastal plains of Eastern India is a place where the magnificent work of artisans and craftsmen accomplishes the desired form through their dexterous hands. The beguiling craftwork on diverse surfaces conceded out by them, is an ideal middling to get a foretaste of attractive world of artisans imagination. Handicrafts of Orissa are stunning in their craftsmanship as they are mesmerizing in their minimalism and beauty. Each & every residence is an a... (read more) Author: Jyoti Bhasin

10. Hello Robots.....History behind Robots June 09, 2009 Man has always been dependant on Machines. Ranging from the crudest of sticks used as weapons for hunting to modern weapons of mass destruction, we are becoming increasingly dependant on machines. Many amongst us perceive machines as being necessary for the smooth functioning of our society. It stands as a testament to our inventiveness that we are able to automate the many mundane aspects of our society’s functioning in order to make life easier. The next generation of machines are smarter, smaller and more energy efficient. The evolution of electronic toys provides a striking resembl... (read more) Author: Rutambhara Mishra

11. Barriers to Corporate Social Responsibility in Orissa in the Wake of Rapid Industrialization May 12, 2009 Barriers to Corporate Social Responsibility in Orissa in the Wake of Rapid Industrialization by Mr. Tuna Biswal,Deptt. of Humanities, Purushottam Institute of Engg. & Technology, Rourkela, Orissa Abstract This paper will examine some of the critical aspects of Corporate Social Responsibility in Orissa concentrating on Sundergarh in the wake of rapid industrialization in recent years. It would look into the problems related to CSR issues and seek to solve them through various practical means at corporate and Govt. level. Individual corporate endeavor seem to be i... (read more) Author: Tuna Biswal

12. Changing Societal Outlook towards Technical Education in Orissa May 12, 2009 Changing Societal Outlook towards Technical Education in Orissa by Mr. Tuna Biswal,Deptt. of Humanities, Purushottam Institute of Engg. & Technology, Rourkela, Orissa Would it be justified if we say finally the time has come that would sail us to a developed Orissa? Few days back I heard a speech delivered not by an educationist or academician but by a noted educational entrepreneur who occupies a high profile position where he foresaw some 100 engineering colleges with the intake of 100,000 students in Orissa by 2010. Instantaneously I fixed my ears on the source and glued to the id... (read more) Author: Tuna Biswal

13. LOK Sabha Election schedule 2009 India : Phase II of India Election 2009 April 24, 2009 THE SECOND phase of polling for the 15th Lok Sabha electon india will be held on April 23, 2009. This phase would see polling in 13 states - Goa, Tripura, Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Manipur, Orissa, Maharashtra, West Bengal, Jammu and Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh – for 140 Lok Sabha seats. Two of these states (Goa and Tripura which have two constituencies each) would see all their constituencies going to polls, that is, these states would be voting in a single phase which happens to be the second phase. Andhra Pradesh (20 constituencies), Assam (11), Jha... (read more) Author: Roony Willaim

14. Get one with the bountiful Indian wildlife April 03, 2009 TheIndian wildlife variety is so impressive that a sizeable number of tourists visiting the country come here to specifically feast on the abundant natural world of the place. With a number of Wildlife sanctuaries in India as well as the national parks, India no wonder ranks on the second position when it comes to housing an assortment of bird and animal forms. A few of the topmost national parks in India that one could visit are Corbett National Park, Uttaranchal, Nandan Kanan, Orissa, Sunderban National Park, West Bengal, Gir National Park and Sanctuary, Gujarat, Kaziranga Natio... (read more) Author: Jetworld Holidays

15. Modulesoft offers cheap Orissa Hosting, Oracel10g Hosting & free Hosting February 16, 2009 www.modulesoft.com is Indian based software Development Company located in Orissa (Bhubaneswar), India. Specializing in creating Static, Dynamic, and Flash & E-Commerce based websites, offers offshore software development, web development services, unlimited cheap hosting, and Testing Solutions & Re-engineering services. We are experienced in developing applications for the industries like: Banking & Financial Services, Education, Government, News group, Healthcare & Insurance. If you're new to running an online business, you may not be aware of how to choose a Web host that provides the best ... (read more) Author: Module soft

16. Beach Holidays in India- Sun, Sand, Sea, Surf, Music, Food, Drink and Fun: your Beach Holidays in I January 04, 2009 If you are dreaming of a holiday with a combination of sun, sand, sea and surf, then go for the beach holidays in India. The beaches in India are hard to resist. Especially, the beach lovers and those who love water sport adventures must visit the exotic beaches in India. The beach holidays in India offer you an unending choice. There are numerous beaches in almost every part of India including Andhra Pradesh, Andaman & Nicobar, Goa, Gujarat, Kerala, Karnataka, Lakshadweep, Maharashtra, Orissa and Tamil Nadu. What you, as a tourist, need to do is just take your pick and select a tour to ... (read more) Author: Rajeev Singh

17. COAST TO COAST (BEACHES OF INDIA) December 09, 2008 India’s 7,600-km-long coastline is –apart from famous interruptions like Goa-virtually one huge stretch of untouched beach. The best-kept secrets are in the east, but the sun has by no means set on the western coast. A state-by-state round-up: Orissa The only tourists who ventured onto its silken sands used to be Bengali families or pious folks visiting Puri’s Jagannath temple. Despite being a favourite target of cyclonic devastation, the state has remarkable beaches with pretty, unfamiliar names: Balighal, Beleswar, Chandball, Chandipur, Chandrabhaga, Pati-Sonapur…Tourist facilities ar... (read more) Author: JASSI KAUR

18. Gift Shopping in Southern India December 02, 2008 It's also known for woodcarving, especially sandalwood, and various forms of metalwork. Fort Cochin in Kerala has one of India's best known antique bazaars. Orissa has a wide selection of handicrafts. Some of the best devotional kitsch in the world is available from temple bazaars. Every town has a bazaar, and big cities such as Mumbai, Hyderabad and Chennai have many bazaars that seem to merge into each other. Bazaars are like a world apart, with specialist areas set aside for particular goods (shoes, saris, jewellery etc). For the traveller, bazaars are more about looking than sho... (read more) Author: Robert Bell

19. A BOOK REVIEW OF N. KARTHIKEYAN OSHO`S `SHOWERS TO THE BOWERS` October 27, 2008 A BOOK REVIEW SHOWERS TO THE BOWERS : N. KARTHIKEYAN OSHO, AMRIT PRAKASHAN, GWALIOR (M.P.) 474009, APRIL 2006, RS. 100/- ISBN 81-8392-000-4 N. Karthikeyan OSHO is an engineer by professor and he had received the "International Poet of Merit Award 2002" of Poetry Society, Maryland, USA. Before this he has one more poetry volume 'Mystic Melody' which was published from The Home of Letters (India), Orissa in the year 2005. Showers to The Bowers Contains 54 poems on diverse topics. N. Karthikeyan osho has more than thousand poems on the web. In the preface of this volume the poet asserts "Poe... (read more) Author: DR. RAM SHARMA

20. Pabla - Village of Widows September 29, 2008 Pabla is in "Dhenkanal" district of Orissa. In this village no man crossed 40 since last 50 years. But more interesting is that only men and not women die before 40 with an unknown disease with more or less similar symptoms. The villagers believe that this happens because of fury of goddess. To please the goddess many hens and goats were killed. To know the reason, we have to study history of Pabla. Before 1957, land of the village was quite fertile and the farming was their main source of income. There was a dam near Pabla and they used the water for the crops. They used to tak... (read more) Author: Jaksha Shah

21. COAST TO COAST (BEACHES OF INDIA) July 24, 2008 COAST TO COAST (BEACHES OF INDIA) India’s 7,600-km-long coastline is –apart from famous interruptions like Goa-virtually one huge stretch of untouched beach. The best-kept secrets are in the east, but the sun has by no means set on the western coast. A state-by-state round-up: Orissa The only tourists who ventured onto its silken sands used to be Bengali families or pious folks visiting Puri’s Jagannath temple. Despite being a favourite target of cyclonic devastation, the state has remarkable beaches with pretty, unfamiliar names: Balighal, Beleswar, Chandball, Chandipur, Chandrabh... (read more) Author: JASSI KAUR

22. A visit to Konark Temple, India Tour Packages June 27, 2008 We all know that India is a land with innumerous deities, gods and goddesses. And these deities have been worshipped with equivalent depth since ages. Thus, there are many India Holiday Packages and India Tour packages formed, just to provide the outsiders with the religious essence of India. Out of hundreds of temple thriving in India, there are few who have stood through out the history as the example of great architecture and religious significance. One such temple lies on the shores of Orissa and it is known as Konark temple. This temple is an example of undying and smart architecture... (read more) Author: sophia sap

23. Popular Street-Food Chicken Pakoda April 04, 2008 Chicken Pakoda is one of the most popular street-food item of Bhubaneswar, Orissa. Other mouth-watering delicious street-foods include: gup-chup (alias gol-gappa, hot pani-puri), chicken egg rolls (hot and spicy chicken in a wrap), kachodi chat, dahi wada-aloo dum, hot guguni (yellow peas curry). School lunch-time or end of the school day - The parents can be late to pick up the kids, but the street vendors promptly position themselves near the school entrance. No matter how much you try, you can never avoid the enticing smell of the goodies. You will succumb to it irrespective of how hy... (read more) Author: vmb john

24. 13 Police Officers Dead in Maoist Rebel Attack in Eastern India February 16, 2008 Hundreds of Maoist rebels have attacked police facilities in eastern India, killing at least 13 police officers and one civilian. Police officials say the rebels looted weapons during the attacks, which took place late Friday in at least two towns in Orissa state. At least 11 police officers were wounded in the attacks, some critically. In late December, nearly 300 Maoist rebels and their supporters escaped from a prison in eastern India. The rebels, called Naxalites, say they are fighting for the rights of poor, landless peasants and neglected tribal people. They operate across a wide area o... (read more)

25. Hindu Mobs in Orissa Torch Churches on Christmas December 26, 2007 Curfews have been imposed in four districts in the Indian state of Orissa after rioters attacked churches, police stations and homes. VOA's Steve Herman reports from New Delhi that the violence started with a fight over Christmas decorations. Officials in Orissa say hundreds of armed security personnel have been sent to the tribal-dominated Kandhamal district, following a rampage that saw the torching of about 12 churches, attacks on police and offices of charitable organizations. At least one person was killed in the violence. Authorities say a prominent conservative Hindu figure, 80-year-ol... (read more)

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