Rashmi Rekha Das

Nov 26, 2024 | ommcomnews.com | Rashmi Rekha Das

Medicinal plants, undoubtedly, play a vital role in the development of life-saving medicines. We cannot deny the fact that though science has progressed by leaps and bounds, it can’t develop medicines in labs without extracting the essence from plants.  Learning about medicinal herbs and plants is not just enough, growing and preserving them also for our wellbeing is the need of the hour.

Nov 22, 2024 | ommcomnews.com | Rashmi Rekha Das

Prathamastami is a cherished household festival in Odisha, observed annually to pray for prosperity, longevity, and well-being of the firstborn child in every family. The festival’s name is derived from two Sanskrit words: Prathama, meaning first, and ‘Asthami’, referring to the eighth day. Going by the Odia almanack the festival falls on the Asthami tithi of Krushna Paksha in the Odia month of Margasira. That’s why the festival is called Prathamastami.

Oct 30, 2024 | ommcomnews.com | Rashmi Rekha Das

As Diwali’s festive spirit envelops the state, the humble diya takes centre stage, illuminating homes and hearts. But have you ever wondered about the skilled artisans who toil tirelessly to create these earthen wonders? The timeless ritual of lighting diyas during Diwali has its roots in the epic Ramayana. Legend has it that the people of Ayodhya illuminated the city with thousands of diyas to welcome Lord Rama back home after his 14-year exile.

Oct 18, 2024 | ommcomnews.com | Rashmi Rekha Das

Bhubaneswar: The Holy City is abuzz with activities with the commencement of the holy month Kartik. This month attracts thousands of habisyalis, who flock to the pilgrim town to observe fasts and seek spiritual enlightenment. In adherence to customs, habisyalis devoutly observe the Kartik Brata, also known as Radha Damodar Brata, a customary religious ritual. Apart from observing fasts, they take holy dips in pilgrimage ponds and the sea.

Oct 15, 2024 | ommcomnews.com | Rashmi Rekha Das

A young trailblazer is shaking up the education landscape with his unwavering commitment to making learning accessible to all. While peers of his age are chasing lucrative careers, this remarkable individual is defying convention with a noble mission. Driven by empathy for students forced to abandon their academic dreams due to financial constraints or other obstacles, he’s taken it upon himself to bridge the gap.