Exploring Life

Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) Deemed to be University recently hosted a landmark One-Day National Seminar titled “KISS Vis-à-vis Social Development Goals (SDG)” . The event served as a platform for global experts, policymakers, and students to discuss how institutional models can effectively translate international sustainable development targets into community-level realities. KISS: A Living Model of the 17 SDGs The seminar opened with a powerful visual presentation demonstrating how KISS integrates education, health, and skill development for its 40,000 tribal students . Professor Dr. Achyuta Samanta , Founder of KIIT and KISS, delivered the welcome address, describing the institution as a sustainable financial model that brings all 17 SDG objectives to life. He emphasized that the KISS approach aligns with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 and the Viksit Bharat 2047 vision by prioritizing indigenous inclusion, holistic development, and citizen participat...

  In a culture driven by individual achievement, there's a quietly powerful call echoing from Scripture—a call to grow, guide, and be guided. I recently came across a profound phrase in a Bible reading plan: “Pursue a Paul. Train a Timothy. Be mentored by a Mary. Prepare a Phoebe.” At first glance, it sounds poetic. But the more I sat with it, the more I realized—it’s a roadmap for spiritual growth, leadership development, and legacy in the body of Christ. 🌱 Pursue a Paul: Seek Wisdom Upstream The Apostle Paul was a mentor, theologian, and disciple-maker. To pursue a Paul is to recognize that we’re not meant to journey alone. We need a voice of experience to challenge our assumptions, inspire our faith, and speak truth into our blind spots. Mentors like Paul don’t just share knowledge—they share their lives. And pursuing one is a mark of humility and hunger. 🕯️ Train a Timothy: Invest Downstream Just as we receive, we’re called to pass it on. Paul poured his life into Timothy so ...

Are you standing at a crossroads, wondering what direction to take for your future studies and career? The choices may feel overwhelming, but with faith and wisdom, the right path will unfold before you.   UESI Odisha presents “Choose Your Road”, an inspiring poster designed to help students make thoughtful, faith-driven decisions about their education and life journey.   🛤️ What Does the Poster Represent? This beautifully crafted visual captures the moment when a student stands at a fork in the road, looking ahead at signposts pointing toward Engineering, Medicine, Education, and Business. The rising sun in the background symbolizes new beginnings, divine guidance, and hope, while birds soaring in the sky remind us that our dreams are limitless when anchored in purpose.   📖 The Message Behind the Design The poster isn’t just a reflection of career choices—it’s a call to trust God, pursue excellence, and serve others. It draws upon biblical wisdom, remind...

🌅Introduction: The Dawn of a New Era Good morning, and Happy Pentecost! Today we celebrate a pivotal moment ( ଗୁରୁତ୍ୱପୂର୍ଣ୍ଣ ମୁହୂର୍ତ୍ତ ) in Christian history: the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Pentecost, derived from the Greek word meaning “fiftieth,” marks the Jewish Harvest Feast, or Feast of Weeks. Just as God appeared on Sinai for the birth of the Jewish nation, Pentecost is widely regarded as the birthday of the Christian Church. The story of Pentecost, found in Acts 2:1-21, is familiar: the disciples were initially huddled behind closed doors, terrorized, demoralized, and paralyzed after Jesus’ crucifixion and ascension. But on Pentecost Day, they were catapulted outdoors by the Holy Spirit. This transforms them from “dispirited” ( ହତାଶ ) to “spirited” ( ଉତ୍ସାହିତ ), giving them courage and hope ( ସାହସ ଏବଂ ଆଶା ). 🔥I. The Promise and Fulfilment of the Holy Spirit: A New Covenant *   A Long-Awaited Promise : Long before this day, God promised through prophets like Joe...