Malkangiri, 21st Nov 2025: The Malkangiri District Paraja Community Development Council organized a massive rally demanding special recognition for the Paraja tribe among the 62 tribal communities, along with giving priority to the preservation of the Parenga-Paraja language, culture, and traditions. A memorandum in this regard has also been submitted to the Union Minister for Tribal Affairs. Hundreds of men and women belonging to the…
Malkangiri College NCC Wing Organizes Blood Donation Camp
Malkangiri, 21st Nov 2025: A blood donation camp was organized today by the NCC Wing of Malkangiri College. The programme was conducted with great enthusiasm, upholding the message of social responsibility, human values and the noble purpose of saving lives on the occasion of NCC Day. The event was graced by Mr. Somanath Pradhan, Additional District Collector and Chairman of the School Management Committee, as…
21st PM-Kisan Instalment Released for Farmers in Nabarangpur District
Nabarangpur, 21st Nov 2025: For the welfare of farmers across the country, the 21st instalment under the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s PM-Kisan scheme for the year 2025–26 was successfully organized at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall in Nabarangpur and at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Umerkote. Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the nationwide programme through a live virtual broadcast from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.…
Nation Commemorates 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Papdahandi, 21st Nov 2025: On the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a district-level Padayatra (walkathon) was organized in Nabarangpur district on Tuesday, the 18th, with the support of the Odisha Government’s Department of Sports and Youth Services and the district administration. The Padayatra began at 7 a.m. on Tuesday morning from the Shaheed Minar at Raktateertha Papdahandi and concluded at Majhiguda…
Global Odia Family Announces Odisha Food Festival 2025 with Grand Celebration
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: A special occasion from the Global Odia Family for all Odia brothers, sisters, and children! Come, let us celebrate the delicious cuisine of Odisha, our traditional food culture, and the fragrance of our homeland. Date: From 19 December 2025 to 25 December 2025 Time: Every day from 10 AM to 10 PM Venue: Baramunda Playground, Bhubaneswar, Odisha Enjoy a variety of…
Tehsil Count to Rise After 2027 Census, Confirms Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: The number of tehsils in the state will increase after the 2027 Census. State Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari provided this information. “In the first phase, large tehsils will be divided to create smaller tehsils.” “In the first phase, one RI (Revenue Inspector) circle will be created for every two panchayats.” Later, RI circles will be created for all panchayats — Suresh Pujari.
Low-Pressure Area Approaches; State Likely to Receive More Rain
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: A low-pressure area is likely to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal by the evening of the 22nd. According to the Meteorological Centre, this system may cause rainfall in various parts of the state. After forming, the low-pressure area will move in a west-northwestward direction and gradually intensify. By the evening of the 24th, a depression is likely to form…
From Kitchen-Garden Bio-Fertilizer Maker to Proud Owner: A Journey of Grit and Growth
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: During the day, he used to prepare bio-fertilizer for the kitchen garden, and today he is the owner of his own organic fertilizer company. He has become self-reliant and provides daily employment to 21 people. At a time when chemical fertilizers are widely used, he has successfully raised awareness among many farmers and taught them how to use bio-fertilizers. – Jitendra Maharana
Preparatory Meeting Held in Barabati for India–South Africa T20 Match
Cuttack, 21st Nov 2025: A preparatory meeting for the India vs South Africa 20-match series was held in Barabati on December 9. The meeting was chaired by the Cuttack District Collector. The meeting was attended by the CMC Commissioner, OCA editors, editors of the Olympix Association, other sports organizations, and officials from various departments. Detailed discussions were held regarding the organization of the matches. Vehicles…
Deputy Chief Minister Prabhati Parida Inaugurates New Eco Resort at Mahendragiri Peak
Mahendragiri, 21st Nov 2025: At the Mahendragiri peak in Gajapati district, the newly constructed Eco Resort was inaugurated by the Honorable Deputy Chief Minister, Smt. Prabhati Parida. The Honorable Forest and Environment Minister, Shri Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia, and the Honorable Transport, Steel, and Mines Minister, Shri Bibhuti Bhushan Jena, were also present. The Honorable MLA Mohana and Paralakhemundi, the Gajapati District Collector, and senior officials…
OSRTC Launches New Jagannath Express from Puri to Vrindavan
Vrindavan, 21st Nov 2025: From the sacred soil of Lord Jagannath, the new OSRTC Jagannath Express bus has started its journey to Lord Krishna’s land, Vrindavan. This comfortable bus service will operate every Monday.
Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati Graces Celebration as Chief Guest
During the 92nd state-level birth anniversary of my father, the late leader Harishchandra Bakshipatra, held at Jayadev Bhavan in Bhubaneswar. celebration, the Honorable Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati attended as the Chief Guest, while the Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court, Dushyant Dave, delivered the Harishchandra Bakshipatra Memorial Speech. As a distinguished guest, the renowned writer Das Benhur also participated. The life, service, and values of…
Leaders Emphasize Need for Transparent and Accountable Governance
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: The government will not tolerate corruption, and officials must not just remain confined to air-conditioned offices—they must go out into the field as much as possible. Meet the people, listen to them, and resolve their problems at the district level. This is the essence of good governance. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has given this advice to district collectors to ensure…
Tribal Pride Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Balijhari Sevashram
Narsinghpur, 21st Nov 2025: Tribal Pride Day was celebrated at the Bhaliadih Sevashram in Narsinghpur block on the occasion of the birth anniversary of Birsamunda, along with a parents’ participation meeting. The event was chaired by Headmaster Dileep Das. The chief guest at the program was Ekdal Sarpanch Kartik Chandra Dalai, and the main speaker was committee member Kamraj Dalai. Distinguished guests included Panchayat Executive…
Preparations Begin for Balijhari Maa Mahalakshmi Puja Festival
Narsinghpur, 21st Nov 2025: The first preparatory meeting for the 53rd Balijhari Maa Mahalakshmi Puja festival in Narsinghpur block was held at the Kanpur police station premises. The meeting was chaired by the festival committee’s permanent president and Narsinghpur Sub-Divisional Officer (SDO) Pralaya Nanda Satpathy. The permanent editor of the festival committee, Kanpur police officer Tapan Nayak, coordinated the meeting. Other attendees included Executive President…
BJP–NDA Legislative Party Meets in Patna to Finalize Bihar Government Formation
Patna, 21st Nov 2025: After NDA’s victory in Bihar, the process of forming the government has begun. On Monday, Chief Minister Nitish Kumar submitted his resignation to Governor Arif Mohammad Khan. Following this, a BJP legislative party meeting will be held in Patna tomorrow. During the meeting, the leader will be elected. For this, BJP has appointed UP Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya and…
Major Amendments Proposed in Revenue Law; Encroached Govt Land to Be Regularized
Bhubaneswar, 20th Nov 2025: Due to prolonged disputes over land in the state, revenue losses are occurring. The land acquisition process is being delayed because of these issues. While the state government is focusing on industrial development, these delays in land acquisition are causing setbacks. Many government lands are still under illegal encroachment. To address this, the state government is preparing a comprehensive roadmap to…
Cold Wave Expected to Ease Further
Bhubaneswar, 20th Nov 2025: The cold in the state is expected to reduce further. Last night, temperatures in many areas increased by 1–2 degrees. According to the Meteorology Department, over the next 2–3 days, temperatures will rise by another 2–3 degrees. From Thursday night onwards, most parts of the state will experience a decrease in cold along with more normal temperatures. Night temperatures are expected…
Police Delay in Completing Investigations; 23 Independent SC/ST Police Stations Announced
Cuttack,20th Nov 2025: The number of cases related to Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) is increasing in the state. However, police investigations into these cases are lagging. As a result, a large number of cases remain pending. This has led to the police failing to secure convictions in court. The conviction rate in SC/ST cases is less than 5%, which is extremely disappointing.…
Mass Run Held in Rasulpur for a Drug-Free Youth Society
Rasulpur,20th Nov 2025: A mass run program was organized in the Kuakhua Bazar area of Rasulpur Block under Yajpur district (Bajrangal, Srirampur region). The event was held under the banner of the Drug-Free Youth Society and “Run for Health.” The chief guest, Sandeep Biswal, Co-Executive of the Yajpur District branch of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, inaugurated the mass run. He emphasized that the future of the…
Foundation Stone Laid for School Gate and River-Source Slope at Rasulpur
Rasulpur, 20th Nov 2025: At the right bank of the Patia River in Tikarpada Panchayat under Rasulpur Block (at the upper end of the main source), the foundation stone has been laid for the construction of a school gate and a slope at a vulnerable location of the main river. The program was held on Tuesday afternoon near Jagannath Temple in Tikarpada Panchayat. The Water Resources…