Bhubaneswar: As per the government’s recommendations, a proposal has been made to increase the monthly salary of MLAs to ₹9.98 lakh and the monthly pension of former MLAs by ₹70,000. According to reliable sources, the government has given its approval in principle to the committee’s proposal. A separate bill regarding the revised salaries of MLAs and the pension hike for former MLAs is likely to…
Teachers Face Show-Cause Notice Due to Complaints Over Teaching Methods
Baipariguda: Dasharath Gamang recently visited Gumma SSM High School in Baipariguda. During the visit, Committee Chairman Manohar Randhari monitored the teaching methods in the presence of the school’s headmaster. He individually asked the students to read from their books and also instructed them to solve mathematics problems written on the blackboard. The students were asked various questions, but their inability to answer properly led to…
Koraputia Song Misidentified as Sambalpuri: Public Outrage Demands Correction
Jeypore: The Koraputia song “Chi Chi Chhire Nani Chi Chi” is trending on social media, having garnered over 40 million views, setting an all-time record. This song has attracted artists from across the country and abroad. The creator of this song was the late Satyanarayan Adhikari, a senior lawyer and musician from Jeypore in Koraput district. However, controversy has arisen because the music company has…
Preparations Underway for Protest Against Unauthorized Encroachments
Sambalpur: The residents of Sambalpur city’s Farm Road area have opposed the eviction drive against unauthorized encroachments. A meeting organized at Durga Mandap saw participation from residents of Farm Road, Machh Bandh, Cheruapada, and Rohidas Nagar. Local residents stated that people have been living in this area for many years. The administration has issued a notice asking the residents of Farm Road to vacate their…
Siddhivinayak Temple Implements Strict Dress Code for Visitors
Starting from January 30, a new dress code policy will be enforced for devotees visiting the Siddhivinayak Temple, according to the temple administration. As per the new rules, skirts, torn clothes, and revealing outfits will not be allowed inside the temple premises. This decision has been taken to maintain the sanctity and decorum of the temple. Key Highlights: Temple Trustee’s Statement: The Chairman of the…
Principals and Headmasters Take on Role of CMPOs to Combat Child Marriages
Bhubaneswar: The Women and Child Development Department has issued a directive declaring the Principal of every college and the Headmaster of every school as Child Marriage Prohibition Officers (CMPOs). They will function as CMPOs within their respective institutions and surrounding areas to help curb child marriages. Key Roles and Responsibilities: Principals and Headmasters: They will actively work as CMPOs to prevent child marriages and will…
New AI Technology Set to Prevent Cheating During Matric Exam Live Streams
Cuttack: To prevent question paper leaks during the matriculation exams, QR codes will be introduced on all question papers along with watermarks and serial numbers. Additionally, AI-powered live streaming will be implemented to monitor the exams effectively. These measures are being taken by the Board of Secondary Education to ensure smooth and secure conduct of the upcoming matric exams. According to officials, 3,314 nodal centers…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Set to Announce 6 Major Decisions
New Delhi: The financial blueprint for the fiscal year 2025-26 will soon be presented in Parliament. This will be Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s eighth consecutive budget, and there are expectations of six major announcements. These proposals are likely to be based on three key factors: public needs, BJP’s election promises, and media reports. Key Possible Announcements: 1. Reduction in Fuel Prices: According to sources, the…
Electrical Fault Sparks Fire, Prompting Emergency Response
Umarkote: A massive fire broke out due to an electrical fault. According to reports, the incident occurred in the store room of the Pujariguda Community Health Center in Umarkote block, Nabarangpur district. Around 11 AM, smoke was seen coming out of the storeroom of the medical facility. Medical staff and security guards immediately tried to extinguish the fire but were unsuccessful. The Umarkote Fire Department…
13,166 Students, Boys and Girls Alike, Appear for Mock Test at Single Center
Nabarangpur The Matric Examination will start on the 19th. To prepare the students for this examination, a mock test has been conducted in all schools of the district starting from Tuesday. The exam began simultaneously in all the schools. Matric Exam from the 21st The District Education Officer (DEO) advised headteachers to ensure the participation of absent students in the mock test and to focus…