April 2017
This is the Special issue of Kadambini focused on short stories under the title “GALPAGATHA”, the most looked-for issue of story lovers. The issue carries fascinating short stories of well-known fictionists of Odia language. In addition, five stories of young & promising short stories writers of the language which were received in response to the annual short story competition of Kadambini under the title “GALPA UNMESH”.A translated novella by legendary Malayalam fictionist Muhammad Vaikom Basher is an addition to fiction special issue.  A new column under the title “Kalajayee” carries a short story written by Padmashri  Gopal Chhotray with short preface & analysis  on the story placed, as a centenary tribute to this legendary playwright and fictionist. Along with all a critical research oriented and insightful fiction of a woman character of our grand epic Mahabharat is a special attraction of the issue. Two features on Mahabishuv Sankranti and Sri Mahaveer along with regular articles like poems, serial novel by Dr. Ramachandra Behera, serial travelogue by Susmita Bagchi, recipe, fashion & beauty, entertainment etc. The April Issue of the Kadambini- Galpagatha : A unique issue on fiction.

This October issue has came out as the puja special issue of the Kadambini and its main theam is centered on the topic 'Play and Literature'. It contains many features, interviews, stories. The golden decade enrich the issue. Along with other regular articles recipe, beauty tips and entertainment etc are also added attraction to this issue. A must collect issue.

This September issue has distinctive articles and exquisite & informative features. In the feature section, there are two significant features on ensuing Durgapuja festival- one is on worship of the Goddess Durga by eminent astrologer Dr. Nimain Banerjee and another on the clay idol worship of the Goddess based on myth, puranas and history with an insight in making of idol in Odisha. Special features on prides of Odisha- the swearing of Honorable Justice Dipak Mishra as the Chief Justice of Supreme Court, award to our Honorable Chief Minister Sri Naveen Patnaik by Outlook and declaration of KISS (Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences), Bhubaneswar as the exclusive first tribal University. The regular monthly column ‘Batayan’ of Dr. Iti Samanta have heart-touchy fine short story on a current social issue.The another regular column ‘ Kalajayee’ has the short story by legendary fictionist of Kishori Charan Das with an analytical essay on the story by Dr. Debasish Patra. Along with these, other regular articles like short stories, poems, serial novel by Dr. Ramachandra Behera, serial travelogue by Mrs. Susmita Bagchi, recipe, beauty tips and entertainment etc. are also added attractions to this issue with its unique qualities and attractive presentation.  

This August issue has distinctive articles and exquisite features. A special report on the 17th Anniversary celebration of the Kadambini held on 02nd July at Bhubaneswar is placed with a detail description of this unique event along with the speeches of the honorable guests, felicitated dignitaries, writers of various sections of the Kadambini and award winners of annual short story competition- Kadambini Galpa Unmesh-2016. In the feature section, there are three significant features on continuing Rainy Season, emerging economic affairs- GST Rule implementation and Library- on occasion of national library day. The regular monthly column ‘Batayan’ and ‘First Column’ of Dr. Iti Samanta have fine short story on a mother and on a pragmatic lady character of the epic Mahabharat. The another regular column ‘ Kalajayee’ has the short story legendary fictionist of Kanhu Charan Mohanty on occasion of his birthday with an analytical essay on the story by Dr. Satrughna Pandab. Along with these, other regular articles like short stories, poems, serial novel by Dr. Ramachandra Behera, serial travelogue by Mrs. Susmita Bagchi, recipe, beauty tips and entertainment etc. are also added attractions to this issue with its unique qualities.   

This July issue has came out as the Special Anniversary issue of the Kadambini and its main theme is centered on the topic “Politics and Literature”. It contains essays on the topic on the global, national and our regional literature and politics. Moreover it has the ever memorable shorts stories of the veteran statesman and political leaders of our Odia language like Dr. Harekrushna Mahatab, Nityananda Mohapatra, Godabarish Mishra, Surendra Mohanty, Nadini Satpathy and many more. The another fold of the topic carries the views and opinions of the present-day politicians Sk. Matlub Ali, Baishnab C. Parida, Dr. Kartikeswar Patra, Panchanan Kanuango, Prasanta Nanda and Smt. Umarani Patra. The poems of this issue are also penned by our eminent politicians cum writer. The regular monthly column ‘Batayan’ of Dr. Iti Samanta has a unique story on the meeting of an old politician and old woman writer after so many decades. The discussion of these two old   classmates gives us a very logical and solicitous insight of their experiences & views on this topic. The another regular column ‘ Kalajayee’ has the most popular poem   “Jeeban patra mo bharichha kete mate” of Baikunthanath Pattnaik with a glowing discussion of Prof. Giribala Mohanty. Along with these, other regular articles recipe, beauty tips and entertainment etc. are also added attractions to this issue.


Alike June issues of earlier years, the current issue of the Kadambini has focused on the fabulous and illustrative Recipes which is based on South Indian recipes along with our native. This annual & special recipe issue remains as most awaiting issue for all of our readers, especially for housewives and food lovers.  On occasion of Rath Yatra, another feature is on the eternal devotees of Lord Sri Jagannath which carries the myth and history on these Great Souls who had rendered their services to the Lord and remain alive with us since centuries long. Similarly this issue has also carried a feature on Raja Sankranti, the most lovable festival of Odias on worshiping the earth-goddess. In one of most attractive column, Kalajayee, Poet Salabeg with few of his his perpetual devotional poems and a critical analysis on the same is also featured. a fine feature is on emotion, devotion and dedication to Lord Jagannath written by Dr. Iti Samanta is placed in her most popular column ‘Baatayan’. A special and thought provoking article on ‘Art of Living’ will give an immense pleasure to the readers. Along with these, other regular articles like short stories, poems, serial novel by Dr. Ramachandra Behera, serial travelogue by Mrs. Susmita Bagchi, recipe, beauty tips and entertainment etc. are also added attraction to this issue with its unique qualities.


This has carried a special feature on the most prestigious civil awards Padma Awards of our country. A detailed study on these awards from its date of inception to till date is made on this feature. A special focus is given on the illustrious personalities of Odisha who have been bestowed with Padma Bibhushan, Padma Bushan and Padma Shri and an interview with Mrs. Aruna Mohanty, Padma Shri Award winner, distinguished dancer & guru of classical Odishi dance. On the special column of Kaalajayee, a short story titled “Andharua” penned by Padma Shri Sachhi Routray with a critical note on the same published as a centenary tribute to the writer. Another special feature on Saraswati Samman 2016, an extract of the translation of award winning book and an interview with its author Mr. Mahabaleswar Sail is also placed. The other new column titled ‘Batayan’ has carried a special vibrating faction-talk on occasion of World Mother’s Day. Along with these, other regular articles like short stories, poems, serial novel by Dr. Ramachandra Behera, serial travelogue by Mrs. Susmita Bagchi, recipe, beauty tips and entertainment etc. are also added attractively to this issue.

This issue has many interesting articles on various topics on third gender which is rare and unique in the field of contemporary features in Odia language. The topics on this issue includes our myth, scriptures, philosophy, psychology ,sociology and medical science on third  gender and transgender. The interviews with eminent personalities like Acharya Mahamandaleswar Laxmi Tripathy and Meera Parida, Chairperson of All Odisha Third Gender Welfare Trust, Sadhana Mishra, Aiswarya Rutuparna and Mr. Pratap Kumar Sahu focus on articulate live experiences of this community. An article on Biju Pattnaik written by Prof. Santanu Kumar Acharya is a tribute  to this legendary statesman of our state on occasion of  his   birth centenary. To commemorate  the world women's day, this march issue includes short stories and poems written by the eminent women writers of  our language. The first topic of this issue is based on a research study on  love & marriage of Hidimba , a great women character of our Mahabhabharat epic is a special attraction of this women issue. Moreover, the issue carries other regular articles like serial novel ‘Jibanpatra’ by eminent author Shri Ramachandra Behera , serial travelogue by Smt. Susmita Bagchi and  entertainments, health and recipe etc.



This issue has a detail article on 14th National Writers Meet, 9th Patrika Hat and Kunakuni Mela events held on 8th January 2017 in which was graced by eminent writers of our country. A large numbers of writers, readers and well-wishers had participated in this mega literary event. The issue has also features on Jnanpith award and its 2016 award winner poet Sankha Ghosh and unique marriage ceremonies of different parts of the world. Short stories and humorous & satirical poems of this issue have special taste for the readers. The issue also serial novel ‘Jibanpatra’ by eminent author Shri Ramachandra Behera , serial travelogue by Smt. Susmita Bagchi and an article on tourism based on a festival of Bonda tribes of Odisha. With an attractive cover page featured by Miss Sukhprit Kaur, this issue has also carried her interview along with all regular sections like entertainments, health and recipe etc.    


This New Year Special issue of Kadambini is focused on Malayalam literature and culture of Kerala state with many features on its classical dances-Kathakali & Mohiniyattam, films, festivals, tourism and recipe. An detailed interview of Dr. Satchidanandan, an eminent poet of both Malayalam and English language with Dr. Iti Samanta is special attraction of the issue. The critical essays on Malayalam novel, short stories and poetry written by original authors like Dr. K. Satchidanandan, Dr. Thankamani Amma, Dr. Bindu R. and Dr. S. Leelakumari Amma gives a an in-depth glance to the readers. A feature on the Moortidevi Award 2016, the recipient Mr. M.P. Veerendra Kumar, eminent Malayalee writer and an extract from the award winning book is positioned in the issue. The short stories and poems of very well-known modern Malayalee writers -translated by well-known Odia writers are much-admired contents of this issue. Along with all a critical research oriented and insightful fiction of a woman character of our grand epic Mahabharat is a special attraction of the issue. An article on Odia films round up 2016 gives a pleasurable information in the field.

Keeping its promise on presenting unique features every month, the Kadambini in its December 2016 too has carried with many attractive articles with colorful illustrations. The first article is based on an atypical character of our great mythological epic ‘The Mahabharat’ in which love, compassion of the protagonist woman is narrated with in-depth psychological, critical and analytical study in context to our glorious Indian tradition. On occasion of 80th year of Odisha, a special feature is placed with the historical study on the illustrious palace of Parala Maharaja and contributions of Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati to Utkal Sammilani on formation of our state as special province during British rule. Other features placed in this issue are on Tikarpada, Dhanu Sankranti and an interview with notable anchor Pupul Bhuyan who is also the model for cover page of current issue. The issue has also a serial novel, short stories and poems along with regular features on recipe, beauty, housekeeping and many more.   

This issue has carried features on the rural nostalgia of our childhood days and another on radio, the most popular medium of information and entertainment which carries from its day of invention to the recent days. A feature on a well-known couple Bibhukishore and Rakshi Dash, dedicated to Odia songs, music and voice. Another feature on Nobel Prize for literature and Bob Dylan, the winner for the current year is an in time presentation. The current issue  has also featured five short stories, poems, serial novel, travelogue on Canada along with its regular features like entertainments, health and recipe which are the added attraction of the issue.

This issue carries cover-features on topical social and cultural issues and stories on life style and fashion trends. Movie and television: Short stories, Poems, Serial novel, Odia translation of classics from other languages, Tourism, Sports, Health, Beauty, Cooking and household tips.

The issue starts with a tearful tribute to the mother by Dr. Achyuta Samanta, the founder of 'Kadambini', KIIT and KISS; which speaks on her blessings and inspiration. This issue carries a special feature on Olympics 2016 and Odia participants there in. It has also featured magnificent articles on entertainments, health, beauty and recipe along with short stories, poems and a serial novel. The feature on spice-plants and Ramachandi in its tourism column are added attraction has make this issue unique.


Enriched with a story on the great martyrs of our freedom struggle, The Kadambini's August 2016 issue carries many other interesting stories. Regulars like novel excerpt, stories, beauty and health tips etc also find their place. It also has a report on the Kadambini's 2nd july 2016 annual function. The issue deserves to be looked at.

Highlights of July 2016 Issue:
Dedicated to world famous dance : ODISHI, The Kadambini's july 2016, annual number depicts an exclusive account of this age old classical dance. Filled with interviews of who is whos of odishi, it's history, grammar and many other aspects, the issue carries the graceful colours of the culture of odisha. Beautiful stories, lovely poems and other regulars make the issue a must keep.

Kadambini's June 2016 Issue is a fine blend of solutions for the mind and the stomach. Enriched by features on 'Father', Rajo Festival and many other : good stories, beautiful poems, interesting serial, it also carries a plethora of mouth watering recipes.


Featuring a beautiful interview based extensive story on anchoring; both news and entertainment, Kadambini's May 2016 issue is enriched with other articles on health, cooking, beauty etc. Good stories, beautiful poems, interesting serial along with other regulars make the issue more attractive.

Focusing on odisha, the kadambini , in it's April 2016 issue carries a thought provoking article on the history of odisha along with many other catchy features. 19 stories, 7 poems, serial and other regulars make the issue unique. A must read.

The Kadambini's March 2016 Issue, an women's special carries very interesting articles on vamps on celluloid, new medium of shopping- E-shopping, An interview with Rekha Khan and many other stories. Other regulars like stories, poems, serials, cooking, beauty tips etc. also find their places. The issue will definitely tempt you to go through it's pages.

January 2016
Dedicated to Rajasthani Literature and culture, Kadambini's January 2016 issue is a real treasure for enthusiastic readers and critics. Enriched by an article on odia proverbs, Writing about Rajasthan tourism etc and many other articles it also carries regulars with translations of selected Rajasthani short stories and poems. Famous actor and director of yester Years Parbati Ghosh is on cover with her profile and interview in side. A Collector's Special.

February 2016
The Kadambini's February 2016 Issue is decorated with a very interesting article on Love, twenty poems written by prominent poets of Odisha, Stories, Serials, Report on Kadambini Writer's Meet and Kadambini Patrika Haata and many other articles with all other regulars. A must read. 


December 2015 With Very Interesting Features, Stories, Poems, Serials, Tourism, Interview, Health and Beauty etc and tips for home and health, Kadambini's December 2015 issue is a pleasure reading.

With Indian Idol Junior Girl 'Ananya' on the cover, 'The Kadambini's November      2015 issue carries a beautiful article on old and new kind of marketing, i.e. from haata to mall along with articles on lost childhood, auspicious Deepavali. Stories, Serials, Poems and other regulars find their place. A very good issue.

The theme of 'The Kadambini's October 2015 Puja Special is cinema of 1970's. Features, interviews, stories on the cinemas of that golden decade enrich the issue along with other regular articles. A must collect issue.

'The Kadambini's September 2015 issue focuses on Eye. Covering both literal and medicine aspects, it offers pleasure with information. Stories, poems, serials, home and medical tips along with many other new and regular columns find their place.

With legendary Odia singer Trupti Das on its Cover 'The Kadambini's August 2015 issue carries a unique article on devotional songs of Odisha. Many other features alongwith regulars like stories, poems, serials and articles on beauty, health, home keeping etc. and an extensive report on 'The Kadambini's 16th anniversary function find place in the issue.

July 2015
On the auspicious occasion of 'Nabakalebara' 'The Kadambini' has dedicated its July 2015 anniversary special to Lord Shree Jagannath. Covering many aspects of Shree Jagannath Culture, it also reveals some sacred rituals and facts which was still unknown to common people. A real treasure to have.

Decorated with delicious foods of south Odisha and other foods of choice of celebrities of south Odisha, 'The Kadambini's June 2015 food special will make the mouth of the readers water. Stories, poems, serials, cinema, current events and other regulars find their place as usual. With celebrated composer Abhijit Majumdar and his wife on cover, it is an unmissable issue.

'The Kadambini's May 2015 issue is dedicated to literary colossus Shree Manoj Das. Starting with an unique presentation of Shree Das through two letters; one from the editor and the other, a reply by Shree Das, it reassesses the person and his works in various ways. Six of his poignant stories and equal number of enthralling poems find place in the issue. A must read for all.

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‘The Kadambini’, started in 2000 by eminent educationist and noted philanthropist, Dr. Achyuta Samanta, is the largest circulated family magazine of Odisha with an effective readership of more than 15 lakh.
 
Its broad content mix and quality design and printing makes reading, a pleasant experience. Each issue of ‘The Kadambini’ carries cover-features on topical social and cultural issues and stories on life style and fashion trends. Movie and television: Short stories, Poems, Serial novel, Odia translation of classics from other languages, Tourism, Sports, Health, Beauty, Cooking and household tips. A must read for all Odias.

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