Subarnapur, 16th Oct 2025: History tells us that the Gopaljew Temple was constructed during the reign of King Shobha Singh Deo (circa 1771–1786). In that era, the temple served as a royal court filled with the glow of devotion. However, much of its former glory has now been lost to the depths of time. The temple once housed 12 sacred idols made of Ashtadhatu (an alloy…
Keonjhar Inaugurates New Town Bus Service for Commuters
Keonjhar, 16th Oct 2025: To strengthen the public transport system and provide better convenience to passengers, the Keonjhar district administration has launched a new town bus service under the Chief Minister’s Bus Scheme. The service will operate on a new route from the government bus stand through Dhovadia Chhak to Dharanidhar Medical College and Hospital. With the introduction of this route, a convenient and affordable…
CRPF Personnel Laid to Rest with Full National Honour
Jhumpura,16th Oct 2025: Sub-Inspector Balaram Behera (57) of the 52nd Battalion of the CRPF, posted in Kishtwar, Jammu & Kashmir, passed away on Sunday evening while undergoing treatment. On Tuesday morning, his mortal remains reached his native village Khuntapada under Jhumpura police station limits, where his final rites were performed with full national honour. On Tuesday morning, the mortal remains of the late Sub-Inspector Behera…
“We Learn, We Win” Program Successfully Conducted
Koraput, 16th Oct 2025: The “We Learn, We Win” program was organized at Sapata Maha in Dudhari Gram Panchayat under Semiliguda block of Koraput district, involving teachers from Putsil village. This initiative was started by retired teacher Mr. Singuru Khul. The program was graced by the presence of the Sarpanch of Dudhari Panchayat, Mr. Madhab Nandibali, who attended as the chief guest and welcomed the…
Teacher Injured in Road Accident Dies in Hospital
Bhubaneswar,16th Oct 2025: A teacher who was undergoing treatment in a hospital after being critically injured in a road accident on the 29th of last month has sadly passed away. The deceased has been identified as Satyaranjan Barik, also known as Satya Sir. He was well-known and beloved among B.Ed aspirants on YouTube, where he used to teach. On the 29th, Satya Sir was hit…
Car Accident Occurs While Attempting to Avoid Tractor
Chandahandi, 16th Oct 2025: On the newly constructed Bhandar river bridge in Dandamunda under Chandahandi police station of Nabarangpur district, a car met with an accident while trying to avoid a tractor. The car driver narrowly escaped with minor injuries. According to reports, the car (registration number CG04 NG 4796) belonging to Bisikeshan Padhi of Chandahandi Sadar village was returning from Dandamunda to Chandahandi when…
BJP Yuva Morcha President Killed in Bike Accident; One Injured Critically
Raighar,16th Oct 2025: In a tragic road accident, Tarak Mandal, the BJP Yuva Morcha President of Chelidungri Panchayat under Raighar block in Nabarangpur district, lost his life after his bike hit a tree. His co-rider, Prasanjit Bhakta, has been critically injured and is currently undergoing treatment at a medical facility. According to available information, Tarak Mandal of Saraguli (D.N.K) village and his friend Prasanjit Bhakta…
State-Level Para Swimming Competition to Commence at Kalinga Stadium from 25th
Bhubaneswar, 16th Oct 2025: The State-Level Para Swimming Competition 2025 will be held at Kalinga Stadium starting from October 25. This competition is being jointly organized by the Para Sports Association of Odisha and the State Department of Sports and Youth Services. Participants in this event will include junior and senior boys and girls across different categories. To qualify, athletes must meet the Minimum Qualifying…
Pradeep Kumar Das Felicitated for Outstanding Performance in NEET Examination
Balimela,16th Oct 2025: Pradeep Kumar Das, son of Mr. Shibu Das from Nehrupali village under Somnathpur Gram Panchayat of Korukonda Block in Malkangiri district, has brought immense pride to his village by achieving success in the NEET (National Eligibility cum Entrance Test) examination. To celebrate and honor his achievement, a special felicitation ceremony was organized at Durga Mandap, MV-36, by Village Head (Sarpanch) Mr. Sanjeeb…
District Administration Holds Joint Public Grievance Hearing Camp at Balimela, Malkangiri
Malkangiri, 16th Oct 2025: A Joint Grievance Hearing Camp was organized by the Malkangiri district administration on Monday at the Balimela Nagar Bhavan premises, under the jurisdiction of the Balimela Bijeepita Panchayat Samiti. As per the directions of the District Collector, the camp was presided over by Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Somanath Pradhan and District Police Officer Akshak Vinod Patil, along with several senior officials…