Beyond its culinary popularity, pakhala remains deeply embedded in Odisha's cultural and religious practices. It is an essential part of Chhapan Bhog— the offerings served daily to Lord Jagannath.

Bhubaneswar: Odisha celebrated Pakhala Divas, a day dedicated to the state's most beloved traditional dish, with people from ...

Odisha has rich religious culture which reflects in their food as well. Odia cuisine is simple yet delicious, which not only ...

Discover Odisha's unique Kai Chutney, now with a GI tag. Priced at Rs 1000/kg, this superfood offers rich nutrition and ...

The 190-plus fare laid out on Pakhala Dibasa spotlighted the beloved fermented rice dish that embodies the essence of Odia ...

The Panchu Dola festival in Banapur, Odisha, showcases vibrant deity processions. Meanwhile, Pakhala Day, highlighting the ...

A large number of people took part in the Panchu Dola festival, a vibrant and historical celebration in Banapur, Odisha, on ...

The Odisha government, with WFO's support, plans to open Poshan Kendras offering subsidized essential commodities to lower-income groups. Initially, 35 centers will launch, expanding to each panchayat ...

Bhubaneswar: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik and other dignitaries on Thursday ...

The 19th edition of the Toshali National Handicrafts Mela 2025 will commence March 19 and continue until March 31 at Janata ...

The fierce rivalry between Odisha and West Bengal over the origin of the rasagola has also unintentionally brought Pahala rasagola to the forefront.