Government Plans 100-Room Guest Houses for All Districts in Capital

Bhubaneswar: The government will construct guest houses in Bhubaneswar for people from every district. This will ensure that visitors from different districts do not face problems finding accommodation when they come to the state capital. Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari shared this information. He stated that 100-room guest houses will be built at various locations in Bhubaneswar, each designated for a specific district and named accordingly.…

Rs13 Crore Road Project Delayed Amid Coordination Gap Between 9 Departments

Jeypore : Due to lack of coordination among 9 different departments, theRs13 crore road project from Jayanagar to Panchanan Temple—intended to ease traffic congestion in Jaypur town—is stalled halfway. The road was planned to prevent heavy vehicles from entering Jaypur town, and an initiative was taken to construct a bypass road from Indira Chhak to Panchanan Temple. After completing the tender process, a contractor was…

Karnataka Govt Announces Rs25 Lakh Compensation for Family of Bengaluru Attack Victim

Bengaluru Bengaluru Group Attack Incident: Karnataka Government Announces ₹25 Lakh Assistance for Victim’s Family  The Chief Minister of Karnataka has announced a compensation of ₹25 lakh for the family of the deceased involved in the group attack incident in Bengaluru.  The Karnataka Government has increased the previously declared compensation amount, considering the seriousness of the incident.  Earlier, the victim’s family was to receive ₹10 lakh, but in light of…

Farmers Raise Alarm Over Declining Water Levels in Satiguda Reservoir

Malkangiri: The water level of the Satiguda Dam, located near Malkangiri town, has been steadily declining, nearing its dead storage level. Although the Rabi crops did not face major issues this year, if the monsoon rainfall is below expectations, it could severely affect Kharif cultivation, putting the livelihoods of lakhs of farmers in the district at risk. Additionally, over a thousand fishermen who depend on…

Somnathpur Coordinator Honoured with Prestigious “Odia Literature Protection Emperor” Award

Malkangiri : On the occasion of the 2nd Annual State-Level “Swankhetra Utsav 2025” organized by Sansad, Bhadrak, and Matira Basna Sahitya Odisha, the Coordinator of the Somnathpur Regional Resource Centre, Nature Friend Poet Yachindra Swain from Malkangiri district, was honoured with the “Odia Literature Protection Emperor” award. Dedicated to the promotion of Odia literature, Poet Yachindra Swain has significantly contributed through his work in Malkangiri…

Local Representatives Stop Low-Quality Road Construction in Malkangiri

Malkangiri BJD-affiliated public representatives have stopped the construction of a low-quality bitumen road by the Minor Irrigation Department, questioning the misuse of taxpayers’ money. The issue relates to the rehabilitation and beautification of Shi Sagar in Mathili block of Malkangiri district, for which ₹4.57 crore had been sanctioned by the previous government. The Minor Irrigation Department was tasked with executing the work and had handed…

Kotpad NAC Bids Farewell to Former Executive Officer in Grand Felicitation

Kotpad : A farewell felicitation was held at the Kotpad Notified Area Council (NAC) office for former Executive Officer Puja Raut. After serving for the past three months in the Kotpad NAC, she had undertaken several commendable developmental initiatives for the betterment of the region. Her efforts and excellent coordination with all staff members significantly advanced the council’s functioning. Her sudden transfer as Additional Executive…

Government Urged to Bring Welfare Schemes Closer to Grassroots Level

Nabarangpur: A district-level workshop was organized by the Nabarangpur BJP to mark 11 years of the Central Government and 1 year of BJP rule in the state, highlighting the Amrit Kaal of a developed India, service, good governance, and welfare of the poor. The event was held under the chairmanship of District President Kunj Bihari Das, with former Union Minister Bishweswar Tudu attending as the…

Laikera Block Launches Awareness Drive to Eradicate Child Marriage

Jharsuguda – An awareness program against child marriage was organized by Laikera Police at the Kirtan Mandap of Khuntamala Panchayat in Laikera. The program was presided over by IIC Dilip Behera. Additional Superintendent of Police Madhusikta Mishra attended the program as chief guest and explained the consequences of child marriage and the legal punishments related to it. Local Sarpanch Sabyasachi Sahu, media representative Bharat Patra,…

New Train Service Connects Katra to Srinagar in Just 3 Hours

Srinagar From today, train service has started between Katra and Srinagar. Two trains have been arranged for the convenience of passengers. Passengers can now reach Srinagar from Katra in just 3 hours. This train facility will greatly benefit devotees visiting Vaishno Devi. The train service will be available six days a week. The first train (26401) will depart from Katra at 8:10 AM for Srinagar. The second train (26403) will leave Katra…

Eklavya Residential School in Kashipur: Opening Date Sought After 16 Months of Construction

Kashipur: Uncertainty continues to loom over the opening of the Eklavya Model Residential School in Kashipur block headquarters, even 16 months after its foundation stone was laid. The foundation ceremony was held on January 20, 2024, in the presence of then Union Tribal Affairs Minister Bishweswar Tudu and BJP leader and Sundargarh MP Jual Oram. Former Rayagada MLA Makaranda Muduli, along with local and district-level…

Maa Danteshwari Temple Inaugurated in Bhattara Samaj Office Kotpad

Kotpad The long-awaited dream has finally come true with the inauguration of Maa Danteshwari’s temple at the Bhattara Samaj Office in Kotpad. The temple establishment festival was conducted with great devotion. Present at the event were members of the undivided Koraput district’s Bhattara community. The grand temple of Maa Danteshwari was constructed through the dedicated efforts of former MLA Chandra Sekhar Majhi.

CM Mohan Majhi Congratulates Indian 4×100m Relay Team for Gold at Taiwan Athletics Open 2025

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has congratulated the Indian team that won the gold medal in the men’s 4×100 meter relay race at the Taiwan Athletics Open 2025. He also extended heartfelt congratulations to Odisha’s young sprinter Animesh Kujur, who was part of the victorious team. He stated that this achievement is indeed a matter of pride and honor for both Odisha and India. “Your…

Bhubaneswar Film Festival to Showcase Films in Odia and Nine Other Languages

Bhubaneswar  The ‘Bhubaneswar Film Festival’ will showcase films in Odia along with nine other languages. This four-day event will feature the participation of prominent personalities from both Bollywood and Ollywood. Daily screenings of various films will take place from 10 AM to evening. The program is open to all Odia cinema lovers. The first edition of the Bhubaneswar Film Festival was organized in 2024 by the…

CM Mohan Majhi Calls for People-Centric Land Administration at State Revenue Officers’ Conference

Bhubaneswar: Our government is committed to making land administration modern and people-centric. As a government for the people, it is essential to bridge the gap between the administration and the citizens. Delivering justice is our foremost duty, said Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi while addressing the state-level revenue officers’ conference and workshop. He further stated that Tehsildars are the backbone of the revenue administration.…