Koraput, Nov 27: A district-level Kharif paddy procurement committee meeting was held at the Local Skill Development Training Centre conference hall in Koraput. The meeting was chaired by Koraput District Collector Manoj Satyavan Mahajan. Nabarangpur MP Balabhadra Majhi, Koraput MLA Raghuram Machha, Lakshmipur MLA Pavitra Sahoo, and Kotpad MLA Rupna Bhatra were among the key attendees. The Collector announced that paddy mandis will open on…
District-Level Paddy Procurement Committee Convenes; Procurement to Start from 17 December
Malkangiri, Nov 27: A district-level Paddy Procurement Committee meeting for Kharif Marketing Season (KMS) 2025–26 was held today under the chairmanship of District Collector Somesh Kumar Upadhyaya. The Collector directed all district-level officials to make the necessary arrangements so that farmers can sell their paddy conveniently. He assured farmers that strict action would be taken against any officials, millers, or middlemen found violating procurement norms.…
Ayushman Arogya Mandir Inaugurated at Pradhaniguda Urban Primary Health Centre, Malkangiri
Malkangiri, Nov 27: On Tuesday at 9:30 AM, the Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC), Pradhaniguda, Malkangiri, was formally inaugurated. The chief guest at the event was Hon’ble MP of Nabarangpur, Shri Balabhadra Majhi. Hon’ble MLA of Malkangiri, Shri Narsingh Madkami, and the Chairperson of the Malkangiri Zilla Parishad, Smt. Samari Tangulu, attended as esteemed guests. Also present were the representative of the…
District Observes International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women
Nabarangpur, Nov 27: A 16-day district-level programme was inaugurated at the Dabugam Block Mission Shakti Conference Hall, jointly organised by the District Social Welfare Department and the One Stop Centre. During the programme, District Social Welfare Officer Draupadi Kanhar delivered the welcome address and explained the goals and objectives of the 16-day campaign. Ranjita Sahu, Centre Administrator of the Sakhi Centre, stated that the One…
MLA Expresses Displeasure Over Poor School Infrastructure During Visit
Nabarangpur, Nov 27: Nabarangpur MLA Gaurishankar Majhi today visited Kosagumuda and inspected Rajoda High School. During this visit, BDO Ashish Tripathy was also present. While inspecting the school, the MLA became upset with the BDO after noticing incomplete boundary walls, toilets, and other poorly maintained infrastructure. He instructed immediate steps to resolve these issues. After this, in Ukiapally Panchayat, he distributed allowances to 91 new…
Ekta Padyatra Inaugurated in Malkangiri on Sardar Patel’s 150th Birth Anniversary
Malkangiri, Nov 26: It was a privilege for me to inaugurate the Ekta Padyatra organized in Malkangiri on the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of the Iron Man of India, Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, and National Unity Day. The Ekta Padyatra is not just an ordinary march; it is a symbol of Indianness and a representation of every citizen’s duty to keep our nation united.
Cabinet Grants Approval to Three Key Proposals
Bhubaneswar, Nov 26: A Cabinet meeting was held at Lok Seva Bhawan under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister. The Cabinet approved three proposals. The approvals were related to various examinations. Amendment to the Higher Secondary Level Examination Rules–2022. While there were already 11 departments under the Recruitment Commission, one new department has now been included. Approval granted for amendment to the CGL Examination Rules–2022. The number of…
Request Submitted for Action to Fulfill Demands
Chennai, Nov 26: According to a report by Crisil, in the financial year 2026, the growth of non-bank lenders’ home loans is expected to decline. The Crisil report states that despite several adverse conditions, the loan book of non-bank lenders may see a growth of only 12–13%, compared to 14% in the current year. Crisil’s assessment notes that due to ongoing competition between non-bank lenders and government…
Retired Teachers and Employees of Block Grant Schools to Raise Protest
Bhubaneswar, Nov 26: The Odisha New Grant (Block Grant) Retired Teachers and Employees Association will raise a protest demanding pension and gratuity payments, post-retirement financial benefits, and other entitlements for teachers and staff of 608 schools. The association has warned that if the government continues to adopt a delaying policy regarding pension and gratuity disbursement, they will stage a demonstration in front of the Legislative…
State Government Approves Creation of Four New Tehsils
Bhubaneswar, Nov 26: The state government has decided to create four new tehsils in the state, with new tehsils being established in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack, and Sambalpur. The Revenue Department has written letters to three District Collectors, stating that along with the Bhubaneswar tehsil, two more new tehsils will be created, and one tehsil each will be established in Cuttack and Sambalpur. With the addition of these…