Day: February 5, 2025

 Koraput: Pavitra Mohan Das, a President Award-winning teacher from Koraput district, who has significantly contributed to the education sector in Odisha, is currently battling cancer. He is undergoing treatment at the Homi Bhabha Cancer Research Centre in Visakhapatnam, but he does not have a health insurance card and is facing severe financial difficulties. Due to this, funding his medical treatment has become a major challenge.…

Kotpad: Today marks a significant day for Kotpad, as a major initiative has been undertaken that has garnered much appreciation. The member of the   Chamber of Commerce, B. Shankar Rao (Sanku), has donated a Swargarath (a funeral vehicle) in memory of his late father, aiming to provide better funeral services in the region. The inauguration of this Swargarath took place at Mallik Restaurant in Kotpad,…

Kotpad: The 7th Annual Celebration of Bhakti Swarupa Vidya Niketan Gurukul took place with great enthusiasm. The event commenced with the lighting of the ceremonial lamp by the esteemed guests. The chief guest, Honorable Kotpad MLA Shri Rupu Bhatara, graced the occasion, while other distinguished guests included Kotpad NAC Chairman M. Shankar Rao, retired Principal of Kotpad College Hemlata Acharya, and pediatric specialist Dr. Ranjit…

Nabarangpur: A public hearing camp was conducted at the District Council Conference Hall under the joint chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate Maheshwar Chandra Nayak and Additional Superintendent of Police Aditya Sen. The event was attended by the Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO), District Council member Biranchi Narayan Darobaan, Nabarangpur Sub-Collector Prakash Mishra, and other district-level departmental officers. A total of 55 applicants submitted their grievances at the hearing.…

Nabarangpur A Construction Workers’ Welfare Ceremony was organized at Shree Kalyan Mandap in Rangamatiguda, Nabarangpur. Honorable Nabarangpur MLA Shri Gauri Shankar Majhi attended as the chief guest and distributed financial assistance to beneficiary construction workers. In his speech, Shri Majhi informed workers about the various assistance programs and registration procedures provided by the Odisha Government for construction workers. District Labour Officer Chhotaray Tudu explained how workers…

Bhubaneswar: The state government will launch the ‘Vikashit Gaon, Vikashit Odisha’ scheme from the 5th of this month. The program will be inaugurated in Jankia, Khordha district. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, along with the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister, Members of Parliament, and other dignitaries, will be present at the event. Additionally, representatives from all districts and blocks will join virtually. Development plans…

Bhubaneswar: A tragic accident involving a Mo Bus has been reported in Raghunathpur under the Nandankanan police station limits. A 12-year-old girl lost her life after being hit by a Mo Bus while riding her bicycle. The impact of the collision led to her death on the spot. Following the incident, tensions flared in the area. Reports indicate that locals have detained three Mo Buses.…

HK Desk 5th February 2025 The traditional Banakalagi ritual of Lord Jagannath will be conducted on Wednesday, following customary traditions. As a result, public darshan will remain suspended for 5 hours. The ritual will take place on Magha Shukla Ashtami Tithi on Wednesday, February 5, 2025. After the completion of the Dwitiyabhoga Mandapa Bhoga offering, darshan will be suspended from approximately 5:00 PM to 10:00…

HK Desk  5th February 2025  On the occasion of Magha Saptami, lakhs of devotees took a holy dip in the sacred Chandrabhaga Tirtha Pushkarini Nimapada Puri  Following the completion of rituals and the worship of the three deities, devotees performed the traditional holy bath. In anticipation of the large gathering, extensive arrangements were made by the administration. Chandrabhaga Comes Alive on Magha Saptami Today marks the…

HK Desk 5th February 2025 Magha Saptami and the annual festival of Mahima Ashram in Dhenkanal: Kamakshyanagar were celebrated with great grandeur. Since 1875, Magha Saptami has been observed at this ashram on the Saptami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha (waxing phase) in the month of Magha. The residents of Kamakshyanagar also celebrate it as an annual festival. The festivities continue for two days, Saptami…

HK Desk  5th February 2025  As January was dedicated to road safety awareness, the Balasore district police organized a marathon on the last day to spread awareness. The event saw participation from the Balasore police administration, district administration, fire department, forest department, transport department, and officials from various other departments. Additionally, numerous social organizations, school students, and citizens also joined the marathon. The marathon started…

HK Desk  5th February 2025  Jeypore,  Officials of the Mo Jagannath Sagar Trust met Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at the Chief Minister’s grievance cell. The trust representatives submitted a request for the restoration of Jagannath Sagar. They demanded the immediate completion of the ongoing restoration work, which has been stalled, and the removal of illegal encroachments. They alleged that corruption under the guise of beautification…

HK Desk  5th February 2025  The 45th Annual Function was celebrated at Kotpad College with grandeur. The event was graced by the Honorable Minister of School and Mass Education, Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, and Scheduled Caste & Scheduled Tribe Welfare, Shri Nityananda Gond, as the Chief Guest. He highly appreciated the contributions of Kotpad College in the field of education. Honorable MLA…