SOA Launches Prameya Times: Siksha ‘O’ Anusandhan (SOA), under the visionary leadership of its Founder-President, eminent educationist and entrepreneur Prof. (Dr.) Manojranjan Nayak, has added another significant milestone to its journey of growth and diversification with its entry into English-language print journalism through the launch of Prameya Times, an English daily newspaper.
Published under the group’s sister concern, Summa Real Media Pvt. Ltd., Prameya Times marks a new chapter in the group’s expanding media initiatives. With the established Odia daily Prameya and the television news channel Prameya News7 already making their presence felt in the media landscape, the launch of Prameya Times further strengthens the group’s media portfolio and extends its reach to English-language readers.
From shaping the future of higher education and advancing healthcare and research to expanding into the field of journalism, Prof. Nayak’s diverse initiatives reflect an entrepreneurial vision that transcends sectors. His commitment to excellence, innovation and social responsibility has enabled SOA to establish itself as one of India’s leading multidisciplinary educational and healthcare institutions.
With 13 constituent institutions and four hospitals, including two medical college and teaching hospitals, SOA has developed a comprehensive ecosystem encompassing quality education, advanced research, medical training and healthcare services.
The university has consistently earned national recognition for its academic and research excellence. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) Rankings 2025, SOA secured the 15th position among universities in the country. Its constituent institutions also achieved impressive rankings, with Medical Sciences placed 15th, Engineering 22nd, Dental Sciences 9th and Law 10th.
SOA has also strengthened its global academic standing through its recognition in the prestigious Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings.The addition of an English daily to the group’s existing media portfolio is yet another step towards broadening its reach and strengthening its presence in journalism and public communication. It also reflects the group’s commitment to contributing to informed public discourse through credible and meaningful journalism.
With this new initiative, SOA has further expanded its presence beyond its established domains of education, healthcare and research, adding another significant dimension to its journey of institutional growth and achievement.
