Author: Rabindra Sahu

Kotpad  World Book Day is not only an opportunity to understand the importance of books but also a celebration of knowledge, education, and the freedom of ideas. This day inspires us to embrace mental development, creativity, and cultural diversity. It reminds us that books are not just a source of information but also the first step toward building a better and more aware society. World Book…

Kotpad A fire broke out yesterday evening at the house of Padma Muria in Jamunahandi village under Kotpad block, reportedly destroying all household belongings.

Delhi Prime Minister Returns; Major Decision Likely  The Central Government is in action mode following the terrorist attack in Pahalgam, Jammu. Prime Minister Modi has returned to India after a two-day visit to Saudi Arabia. A high-level security cabinet meeting is scheduled to take place shortly. A massive search operation is underway in suspected areas to track down and eliminate the terrorists. Not only Jammu…

Kalahandi  For the first time, strawberry cultivation in Kalahandi district  Farmer Sadhuram Chandi from Saragiguda has uccessfully grown golden fruits (strawberries).  Sadhuram is earning a daily profit of Rs 5,000 to Rs 7,000.

Bhubaneswar:Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi has reviewed various programs of the Tourism Department. Emphasizing the global promotion of Odisha’s tourism potential, the Chief Minister stated that Odisha holds a distinct identity in the country in the field of tourism. He said that if Odisha’s tourism is developed to international standards, it will lead to economic growth. The goal is to build a prosperous…

Nabarangpur – Today, in front of the Nabarangpur Kendupatta DFO office, the Odisha Kendupatta Workers’ Union, Phulbani Division Committee submitted a memorandum demanding various welfare measures for Kendupatta pluckers and workers. The protest was held against the reduction of the approved budget for Kendupatta welfare from ₹100 crore to ₹50 crore, delays in providing marriage assistance for daughters despite government promises, and the failure to…

Nabarangpur: Under the supervision of BLOCK Education Officer Mr. Srikant Jani, a special one-day School Management Committee (SMC) development and Teacher-Parent Forum meeting was conducted simultaneously across various schools in Nandahandi Block. According to letter no. 4448 dated 10/04/2025 from Odisha Government’s Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan, such meetings were directed to be held on April 19, 2025, in all schools of the state for the first…

Kotpad: A noble initiative by the Kotpad MLA was witnessed today. For a long time, the graveyard and Dargah belonging to the Muslim community in Kenduguda, Kotpad, remained in complete darkness due to the absence of lighting. This also caused significant inconvenience for travelers heading toward Kunjaguda. Recognizing this issue, Committee President Md. Salim and Secretary Md. Arib brought the matter to the attention of…

Bhubaneswar: The State Cabinet has taken a major decision, removing a long-standing restriction. Now, members of the Adivasi (Scheduled Tribe) community can sell their land to non-Adivasi individuals. There will no longer be any restriction on selling, transferring, or mortgaging land to non-Adivasis. However, Adivasi landowners must obtain permission from the Sub-Collector before doing so. If the Sub-Collector denies permission, the landowner can appeal to…

Koraput: The dilapidated Koraput bus stand is all set to get a major facelift with a completely new construction. The government has approved the Detailed Project Report (DPR) prepared for the same, with an estimated cost of Rs. 86 crores. Following the state government’s approval, a wave of happiness has swept through the residents of the town. The restoration and repair of the existing bus…

 Nabarangpur: The BJP Yuva Morcha of Nabarangpur organized a protest against the Congress party. The demonstration was held in response to allegations of financial irregularities in the National Herald case involving Congress leaders Sonia Gandhi and Rahul Gandhi. The protest was led by District BJP Yuva Morcha President Shubhajit Panigrahi and was held in the interest of the public. Local MLA Gauri Shankar Majhi also…

Jeypore, : Vikram Deb University is stepping forward in the field of higher education and research. An MoU (Memorandum of Understanding) has been signed between Vikram Deb University and KISS (Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences), a deemed university based in Bhubaneswar. According to Professor Deviprasad Mishra, the OSD of Vikram Deb University, students, teachers, professors, and staff of both institutions will benefit from this partnership.…

Phulbani: An auspicious groundbreaking ceremony with rituals and worship was held on Sunday at the Korane Sun Podia in Phulbani, marking the beginning of preparations for the upcoming Baishakhi Festival and Trade Fair 2025. The 12-day-long event is scheduled to be held from April 27 to May 8. The event is being organized under the leadership of Sunil Pattnaik, senior journalist and president of the…

Bhubaneswar: . Kalbaishakhi rains continue in the state. Kalbaishakhi weather is expected to last for another 4 days.  Heavy rainfall with thunderstorms and lightning may occur.  Winds with speeds of 40-50 km per hour are expected. The Water Resources Department has issued Orange warnings for 5 districts and Yellow warnings for 3 districts.  Rainfall is expected in the districts of Nuapada, Kalahandi, Balangir, Kandhamal, Nayagarh, Angul, and Dhenkanal.  Alerts…

Bhubaneswar: A total of 14 projects currently under the Water Resources Department will be transferred to the Department of General Education. In this regard, a meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Development Commissioner and Additional Chief Secretary of the Water Resources Department. The Secretary of the Water Resources Department informed that proposals regarding the transfer of these 14 schools under the Water Resources…

Umarkote: Over the past 3 years, 5 to 6 Executive Officers have been appointed in the Umarkote Municipality of Nabarangpur district. After the municipal elections, the elected members had promised to transform the town into a clean, pure, and model city of the district. However, to this day, many of Umarkote’s problems remain unresolved! Repeated meetings have been held with local intellectuals regarding various issues…

Nandapur,– Tusharkant Minj, son of teacher Kunti Majhi and Niranjan Minj, residents of Mahakuma in Nandapur block, has achieved success in the JEE Main Examination (NT). He secured a rank of 5761 at the national level. Tushar is a student of Nandapur Gani Nayak Put Adarsha Vidyalaya. His success has been celebrated by the intellectuals and educational authorities of Nandapur village. Narayan Nanda Smriti Sahitya…

Umarkot: Two youths riding a motorcycle were thrown onto the roadside after a collision between a pickup van and a bike. The incident occurred near Beheta Hatapada under Umarkote block of Nabarangpur district. According to reports, a pickup vehicle with registration number OD 24J 6719 was traveling from Umarkote to Raighar. At the same time, Krupasindhu Bhatra and Ramananda Bhatra, two youths from Rengabhati village…

Baripada: Bhanja Sena, the only revolutionary student-youth organization of Mayurbhanj district, has opposed the opening of the ‘Sonar Bangla’ hotel by a West Bengal-based enterprise in Similipal. The organization, which has been protesting for a long time, welcomed the recent announcement by the Chief Minister of Odisha during his Baripada visit, which included the establishment of 10 new industries in Mayurbhanj and promotion of cottage…

Malkangiri  For those applying for a new ration card, e-KYC verification has become absolutely essential. After the required documentation is submitted, the department is currently preparing new ration cards only for eligible individuals. In this context, during the preparation of new ration cards, it is very important to complete the e-KYC verification for each member of the beneficiary’s family. Therefore, all applicants are requested by…

Koraput: Due to the effects of summer storms and seasonal “Kal Baisakhi” winds, Lakshmipur block under Koraput district experienced a one-hour-long spell of heavy rain accompanied by strong winds and hail, which disrupted daily life in the entire region. The downpour, which began suddenly in the afternoon, was so intense that it disrupted power supply and caused water to overflow onto roads. Drains became clogged,…