Day: March 21, 2025

Bhubaneswar: Revenue officers working at the district level in Odisha are facing undue delays in the reorganization of their cadre, leading to growing dissatisfaction among them. The committee, chaired by the Central Revenue Commissioner, has allegedly ignored their demands, causing delays in the restructuring process and promotions. Frustrated with this inaction, the Odisha Revenue Officers’ Association has warned of taking to the streets in protest…

New Delhi: The Central Health Ministry has issued a directive prohibiting the advertisement of alcohol and tobacco during the 2025 edition of the Indian Premier League (IPL), which is organized under the supervision of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). In a letter addressed to IPL Chairman Arun Dhumal, Atul Goel, the Director General of Health Services (DGHS), emphasized that Indian cricketers…

Nabarangpur: Tapan Kumar Khuntia has officially assumed charge as the Additional District Magistrate (ADM) of Nabarangpur. Prior to this appointment, he served as the Independent Land Acquisition Officer in Sambalpur. After taking charge, Mr. Khuntia sought the cooperation of all officials and employees of the district administration. He also emphasized the effective implementation of various developmental schemes of the government, ensuring their benefits reach the…

Jeypore: The Koraput district administration is focusing on strengthening tourism development. Among the various tourist destinations in the district, Gupteswar Peetha is receiving special attention. This Shaivite pilgrimage site, located inside a cave in the dense forest, attracts devotees and tourists from across India and abroad. To improve connectivity and enhance visitor experience, the Jeypore Integrated Tribal Development Agency has constructed an Omkar Park at…

Koraput: The Maa Nageshwar Jungle Protection Committee and Koraputia Jan Suraksha Sangha have demanded the cancellation of the public hearing on Balda mining, which took place on the 6th of this month. During a press conference held in Koraput, they alleged that the necessary procedures for conducting the public hearing were not properly followed. They also claimed that Kalinga Alumina manipulated the Environmental Impact Assessment…

Nabarangpur The annual festival was celebrated at Batibeda Ashram School in Umarkote Block. The event was graced by chief guest Shri Love Dutta, the representative of Honorable MLA of Jharigaon, Shri Narsingh Bhatara. Other notable attendees included District Welfare Officer Shri Palaka Rabindra, School President Shri Pramosish Nag (Head Teacher of Batibeda), and Key Speaker Shri Palaka Rabindra (District Welfare Officer, Nabarangpur). Distinguished Guests at the…

Koraput: The Koraput District Congress Committee staged a protest demonstration on Monday against the increase in crimes against women in Odisha after the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) took power in the state. The protestors also submitted a memorandum addressed to the Governor. The protest rally was led by Senior Congress Leader of Mahila Congress, Minakshi Bahinipati, and District Congress President, Shashi Bhushan Patra. Hundreds of…

Nabarangpur: A district-level workshop on “Mainstreaming Gender Inclusion for Disaster Risk Reduction” was held at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall in Nabarangpur. The event was jointly organized by the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA), Bhubaneswar, and the District Disaster Management Authority, Nabarangpur. The Chief Guest of the workshop was Dr. Shubhankar Mahapatra, District Collector of Nabarangpur, while Tapan Kumar Khuntia attended as a Guest…

Puri: Several projects that were neglected during the previous government are now being revived. One such initiative is the renovation of the road connecting Nagpur and Nayahat under Gop Block in Puri district. The Odisha government has handed over the responsibility of this project to the Works Department, which has begun the road improvement work in full swing For years, the condition of this road…

Konark: There have been widespread irregularities in the Konark Watco Section, with no engineer being transferred for over 10 years and no access to clean drinking water. This issue was repeatedly highlighted by the Tirtha Kshetra daily newspaper, leading to the transfer of Assistant Manager Dipti Ranjan Patra from Konark to Mandali. However, despite the transfer order, he has not vacated his position. It is…

Dabugaan: The drinking water supply system in Dabugaan Panchayat is in complete disarray. The employees working under the water supply project are neglecting their duties and failing to perform their responsibilities properly. Despite repeated complaints from residents of Patra Sahi, Bajardanda, Gouda Sahi, Ribini Sahi, and Harijan Sahi to the Dabugaan Panchayat, no solution has been provided. When locals question the responsible employees about the…