CPI inflation stood at 2.07% for the month of August 2025, GST 2.0 Reforms expected to maintain Price Stability: PHDCCI Year-on-year CPI inflation for August 2025 stood with RBI’s tolerance limit at 2.07%, despite international policy uncertainties, said Mr. Hemant Jain, President, PHDCCI, in a press statement issued here today. The year-on-year inflation rate, based on the All-India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI), stood at…
EdCIL and British Council Launch Programme to Boost Internationalisation in North Indian Universities
EdCIL and British Council Unveils Capacity Building Programme to Strengthen Internationalisation in Universities in North India 12 September 2025, New Delhi: Educational Consultants India Limited (EdCIL), the only Public Sector Undertaking under the Ministry of Education, in collaboration with the British Council, the UK’s international organisation for cultural relations and educational opportunities, launched the Capacity Building for International Officers programme in North India. With this…
Preserving Identity, Embracing Progress: The Inspiring Journey of Odisha’s PVTG Communities
Odisha, often celebrated for its vibrant tribal heritage, is home to 62 tribal communities, including 13 Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs). These communities have preserved ancient traditions and unique ways of life for centuries, living in remote and often inaccessible regions of the state. Among them, the Bonda Tribe of Mudulipada in Malkangiri district stands as one of the most distinctive and culturally resilient. Once…
Odisha to Set Up Model Goshala in Bhubaneswar to Manage Stray Cattle and Promote Cow Based Products
Bhubaneswar, Sept 12: In a significant step toward managing stray cattle and promoting sustainable practices, the Odisha government has announced the establishment of a model goshala (cow shelter) in Bhubaneswar. The initiative aims not only to offer shelter and care for stray cattle but also to develop a center for producing cow-based products, including medicines. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra stated that…
K Formula Launches India’s First Molecular Haircare Brand with Peptide Technology
India, 2025: India’s beauty industry is about to experience a seismic shift with the launch of K Formula, the country’s first peptide-powered molecular haircare brand. Founded by entrepreneur Anoushka Adya, the brand introduces a science-driven, six-step repair ritual that promises visible transformation in as little as five minutes. K Formula introduces a science-first, six-step ritual that doesn’t just coat hair but rebuilds it from within, at the molecular level.…
Over 500 People Pledge to Donate Eyes During Fortis Gurgaon’s National Campaign
Fortis Memorial Research Institute strengthens awareness on corneal blindness and bolsters its Hospital Cornea Retrieval Program during National Eye Donation Fortnight Gurugram, 12 September 2025: Over 500 people pledged to donate their eyes during the National Eye Donation Fortnight (August 25 – September 8) at Fortis Memorial Research Institute (FMRI), Gurugram. The campaign witnessed a remarkable surge in pledges compared to other times of the…
BLTM 2025 Set to Herald Another Landmark Chapter in Business+Leisure Travel & MICE at Yashobhoomi
12th September 2025: The travel and meetings industry takes a significant leap forward as BLTM – India’s leading show on Business+ Leisure Travel and MICE, opens its doors today. The much-anticipated latest edition paves the way for a dynamic new chapter of innovation, collaboration, and strategic alliances in India’s rapidly evolving outbound and domestic travel sectors, especially in MICE and business travel. Conceived as the…
Kotpad Congress Team Holds Annual New Year Meeting
Kotpad,12th Sept 2025: A New Year meeting of the Congress team was held at Kalyan Mandap in Kotpad, Koraput district. The meeting was convened at the invitation of Munna Khan, and a worker’s conference took place. During the meeting, discussions were held on issues such as the daily rise in prices, violence against women, farmer suicides, and other matters. Participants expressed faith in Rahul Gandhi’s…
Governor Pays Visit to Sabar Shrikhetra in Koraput
Koraput,12th Sept 2025: The Governor of Odisha, Hari Babu Kambhampati, is on a tour of the region. He landed at the Jaipur airport. Earlier, Koraput District Collector Manoj Satyavan Mahajan, Superintendent of Police Rohit Verma, BJP MLA Rupu Bhatra, and other officials welcomed the Governor. After that, he proceeded on a road journey towards Koraput. He also conducted a board review. Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati…
St. Louis Men’s Group Against Cancer Hosts 54th Annual Fundraiser
Men’s Dinner event to feature keynote speaker Pro Football Hall of Famer Terry Bradshaw. (St. Louis, Mo., September 12, 2025) St. Louis Men’s Group Against Cancer (STLMGAC) – a leading nonprofit dedicated to funding cancer research, prevention, and care activities in the St. Louis region – will hold its 54th annual Men’s Dinner on Thursday, November 20, from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. at the…
Tributes Paid on Death Anniversary of Dr. Sadashiva Tripathy
Nabarangpur, 12th Sept 2025: The 46th death anniversary of one of Odisha’s great sons, distinguished freedom fighter and former Chief Minister Dr. Sadashiva Shiva Tripathy was observed. The ceremony took place at the local Sadashiva Park, where many prominent personalities, administrative officers, intellectuals, and common citizens paid tribute by offering floral wreaths at the statue of the late Tripathy. A memorial meeting was held at…
Kolnara Residents in Panic After Over 10 Injured in Dog Attacks
Kolnara, 12th Sept 2025: In recent days, the number of stray dogs in the Kolnara block headquarters area has increased significantly. While earlier these dogs used to roam around without causing much harm, the situation has changed drastically. In the past two days alone, a stray dog has allegedly bitten more than 10 people in areas like Pipili Sahi, Brahmana Sahi, Dhipa Sahi, and Adivasi…
Locals Demand Government Bus Service from Tulasi Kshetra to Shri Kshetra Puri
Kendrapara, 12th Sept 2025: Social activist Sunil Gantayat has demanded, via Twitter, the initiation of a government bus service from Tulasi Kshetra (Kendrapara) to Shri Kshetra Puri. He stated that a direct government bus route would benefit pilgrims visiting Baladevjew Temple in Kendrapara and Jagannath Temple in Puri. It would also help foster brotherhood and cultural connection between the two districts, which are both rich…
MLA Pushes for Block Status for Dhotra, Calls Meeting of 14 Panchayats on 7th
Dhotra, 12th Sept 2025: The demand for granting block status to Dhotra Panchayat, under Jharigaon Block in Nabarangpur district, has gained momentum. Jharigaon MLA Narasingha Bhatra has personally taken initiative on this issue. The demand has been raised multiple times—from the Assembly to the streets. While the people were hopeful that the Chief Minister would fulfill the demand, they are now disappointed due to the…
Awareness Rally and Meeting Held Under ‘Nav Bharat Saksharta Karyakram’
Papdahandi, 12th Sept 2025: Under the efforts of the CRCC (Cluster Resource Centre Coordinator), an awareness rally and public meeting was organized at the Semla Regional Resource Centre in Papdahandi block as part of the ‘Nav Bharat Literacy Campaign’. To ensure the success of the program, the Head Teachers, in coordination with volunteer teachers and assistant teachers, conducted surveys targeting people aged 15 to 35.…
Inspiring Success: Farmer’s Son Debashish Gand Cracks NEET in First Attempt
Raighar,12th Sept 2025: Debashish Gand, the son of a poor Rishi (farmer) family from Odangi village, under Panchayat No. 3, Kacharapara, in Raighar block of Nabarangpur district, has successfully cleared the NEET examination on his first attempt, securing State Rank 90. His achievement has brought immense joy to his family and the entire region. According to sources, Debashish Gand, son of Sukalu Gand, has always…
Koraput MLA Raghuram Machha Tours on Bike to Connect with People’s Problems
Jeypore, 12th Sept 2025: Koraput MLA Raghuram Machha is taking a unique approach to understand the problems of the people. Accompanied by his team, he travels on a bike to various areas, engaging in direct interaction with local residents and working on resolving their issues on the spot. In many cases, after being elected, MLAs are rarely seen in their constituencies, spending most of their…
Jeypore MLA Slams LAMPS Employees for Mismanagement
Jeypore,12th Sept 2025: Koraput MLA Raghuram Ram Machha expressed strong dissatisfaction with the employees of the Baipariguda LAMPS (Large Area Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society) over widespread mismanagement. During the agricultural season, there has been a shortage of fertilizers, and farmers are not receiving the required supply on time. The MLA stated that officials are ignoring the needs of the farmers, and many are facing severe inconvenience.…
Memorandum Submitted to Collector Seeking Complete Ban on Bauxite Mining in Kodinga Mali
Jeypore, 12th Sept 2025: Leaders from various political parties and residents of the affected areas in Laxmipur block of Koraput district have submitted a memorandum to the District Collector, addressed to the Chief Minister, demanding a complete stop to bauxite mining from the Kodinga Mali hills. Since 2017-18, Odisha Mining Corporation (OMC) has been supplying bauxite from Kodinga Mali to the Vedanta project. Over the…
Meritorious Students Honored at Felicitation Ceremony
Jeypore, 12th Sept 2025: A Meritorious Student Felicitation Program was organized at Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir, Sharada Vihar, Jeypore, under the chairmanship of Principal Shri Satyanarayan Sethy. In this event, Jagadish Agrawal, the owner of Hindustan Sales, attended as the chief guest. Other distinguished guests included: Kishore Chandra Panda, Chairman of the local management committee Kailash Chandra Mishra, Head of the Sanskriti Gyan Project under…
Class 1 Student Assaulted by Seniors, Shifted to Lamtaput in Critical Condition
Nandapur/12th Sept 2025: A Class 1 student was seriously injured after allegedly being beaten by a group of Class 5 students at the boys’ hostel located at the headquarters of Kularsingh Panchayat in Nandapur Block. Upon receiving this information, the District Police have ordered the Padua Police to investigate the incident. Following this, the authorities showed promptness in arranging medical treatment for the injured student.…