Kotpad, Bulldozer was deployed by the administration for the demolition of structures along the road from Biju Pattnaik Square to Haradaput as part of the road widening project under the 10th Ward of Kotpad Municipality. The demolition was carried out in the presence of Kotpad Sub-Collector M. Neelakantha Naidu, N.S.C. Officer Puja Raut, and the police force. The operation was conducted peacefully with full cooperation…
Lakhpati Didi: Odisha Tops the List – Green Energy Development on Track
Bhubaneswar: Under the Central Government’s “Lakhpati Didi” scheme aimed at empowering rural women to earn a sustainable livelihood of Rs 1 lakh or more annually, Odisha has achieved the top rank in India. As of April 13, 2025, out of the 17.59 lakh identified potential beneficiaries in Odisha, over 14 lakh women have already transformed into “Lakhpati Didis.” With 82% of the target achieved, Odisha…
Janahita Yuvak Sangha Extends Compassionate Support for Funeral Rites in Odisha
Khaira: A leading voluntary organization, Janahita Yuvak Sangha, extended its support for a funeral. On 16/04/2025, the prominent voluntary organization based in Khaira, Baleswar district, Janahita Yuvak Sangha—known for its prompt assistance in areas like sanitation drives, house fires, cyclones, marriages, and medical emergencies—stepped up once again. A tragic incident occurred in Sujagada village under Sarakona Panchayat of Khaira Block, where 30-year-old Tapan Patra suddenly passed…
Jagannath Express Bus Service from Raighar to Puri Launched Under LAccMI Initiative
Raighar: The long-standing dream of the people in the remote Raighar block of Nabarangpur district has finally come true, as the “Jagannath Express” bus service to Puri was launched today. The direct bus service now enables residents of Raighar to travel straight to the holy Jagannath Dham in Puri. The bus departs from Raighar at 5 PM and reaches Puri at around 7 AM the…
Mass Education Dept Issues Strict Attendance Rule: Employees Must Report by 10 AM
Bhubaneswar, The School and Mass Education Department has issued a stern directive to its employees. All working staff under the department have been instructed to report to office by 10 AM Bhubaneswar, 16/4 (Bureau): The School and Mass Education Department has issued a stern directive to its employees. All working staff under the department have been instructed to report to office by 10 AM without…
Combined Three-Year Degree Admission Applications Begin Today in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, Online applications for admission into the Combined Three-Year Undergraduate (UG) Degree Courses for the 2025–26 academic session will begin from Wednesday. The application window will remain open until May 20. Applicants will be allowed to edit or correct their application forms on May 21 and 22. After the publication of the marks for the combined +2 exams, students will be required to upload them…
Third Line Work on Parvatipuram–Bobilli Route Leads to Cancellation of Six Trains in Koraput
Koraput: Due to the commissioning of the Parvatipuram–Sitanagaram–Bobilli–Dakinivalasa third line, along with pre-non-interlocking and interlocking works, a total of six trains have been cancelled, as informed by K. Sandeep, Senior Divisional Commercial Manager of Railways. The cancelled trains include: Visakhapatnam–Koraput Passenger Train (No. 58538) and Koraput–Visakhapatnam Passenger Train (No. 58537) on April 22, 29, and May 4. Rayagada–Visakhapatnam Passenger Train (No. 58527) on April 23, 29,…