Author: Rabindra Sahu

Bhubaneswar: The upcoming Panchayat by-election will be the first since the current government came to power. BJP has declared its readiness, stating that they will perform well in both the Panchayat and urban by-elections. BJP MLA Babu Singh said that the party will succeed wherever it contests under its symbol, and even in places where it doesn’t, it will support candidates to ensure victory. Notably,…

New Delhi: The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) has directed electronic companies to manufacture air conditioners (ACs) and refrigerators that are energy-efficient, as these appliances lead to higher electricity consumption, especially during dry periods. BEE emphasizes that the energy consumption of ACs and refrigerators sold in India should match international standards, similar to China and Singapore. According to the proposals by BEE, ACs currently sold…

Nabarangpur: The Young Writer’s Conference was organized by the Department of Odia Language, Literature, and Culture in collaboration with the Odisha Sahitya Academy, at Nabarangpur College. Students from 10 colleges participated in the event, presenting their own written stories, essays, and poems. The participants were awarded certificates and prizes, which encouraged them further. The program was organized under the supervision of District Culture Officer Ghasia…

Koshagumuda: In the Koshagumuda block of Nabarangpur district, the roof of Sahadev High School, located in the Panduguda Panchayat area, was blown away by Kalbaisakhi winds. Local villagers have complained that the construction quality of the roof was substandard, leading to the damage. According to reports, the school had 86 students in the 9th grade and 82 students in the 10th grade, studying Hindi and Sanskrit.…

Balaani,: An electric pole on the main road of Bada Bil-Kiriburu is in a dangerous and dilapidated condition. However, the Electricity Department has not shown any attention to its repair or alternative solution despite repeated demands from the local villagers. While the department readily collects electricity dues, it shows no urgency in providing necessary services or addressing the issue. This has caused frustration among the…

Nabarangpur :  The Ayushman and Gopabandhu Health Scheme were inaugurated on Friday afternoon at the Ravanaguda and Medana Primary Health Centers under Dabugam Block in Nabarangpur district. On the first day, 25 cards were distributed in Medana and 25 in Ravanaguda. The Chief Guest at the event was Manohar Randhari, the popular MLA of Dabugam, and other dignitaries included L. Rajasekhar Rao, the representative of…

Kolkata  Even though the summer vacation for schools will begin soon, teachers will hold extra classes to ensure that students’ studies are not disrupted. Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee had previously announced that due to the intense heat, summer vacation would begin early this year. The Education Department has announced that the summer break for all government primary and upper-primary schools in the state will begin…

Bhubaneswar: This year, the monsoon winds are expected to arrive in the state on time, and the overall rainfall is predicted to be normal. According to forecasts, rainfall during the month of June will remain average. However, a decrease in rainfall is expected from mid-July to mid-August. In October, rainfall is likely to increase. These predictions have been made by senior meteorologist Professor Surendranath Pasupalak.…

Kotpad: A special program titled “Nanhe Rojedar” was organized by the Muslim community in Kotpad. The primary aim of this event was to recognize and celebrate the dedication of young children under the age of 11 who observed fasting during Eid-ul-Fitr with remarkable discipline. The event was particularly significant because, while many adults were away and unable to fast on that day, these little children…

Nabarangpur At the Nabarangpur College Auditorium, the “Vandaniya Baraputra” program was organized on the thirteenth day of the Odia Week celebration. The chief guest at the event was Additional District Magistrate (Revenue), Bishwajit Charman. The program began with worship rituals, followed by a collective garlanding of the portraits of the revered Baraputras (great sons of the land). Dignitaries present on the stage included Nabarangpur College Principal…

Kotpad, : The Bali Yatra organized by the Kotpad Management Committee was celebrated peacefully and with great enthusiasm. This year’s celebration, which lasted for 47 days, witnessed a much larger turnout of devotees compared to previous years. A grand procession circled the town and reached the Bhima Temple premises, where a massive gathering of devotees paid homage. The Puja Committee and administration took extensive measures…

Mahanga: On the auspicious occasion of Shri Ram Navami, a festive atmosphere prevailed at the Radhakanta Temple premises in Chaudhury Sahi of Jhajeswarpur village under Mahanga Block. A sacred recitation of the Ramcharitmanas, written by Saint Tulsidas, was organized here. The Ramcharitmanas is considered a priceless and sacred scripture in Hinduism. Its emotional depth and spiritual resonance have led to its translation into many regional…

Sambalpur An Inter-District Pension Adalat (court) was held at the District Council Conference Hall in Sambalpur under the initiative of the Odisha Government’s Department of General Administration and Public Grievance, in collaboration with the Principal Accountant General. Over 500 pensioners and beneficiaries from Sambalpur, Bargarh, Deogarh, and Jharsuguda districts attended the event to seek redressal of their long-pending pension-related issues. The court received 217 pension-related…

Tentulikhunti: Sudipta Kumar Das has taken charge as the new Block Education Officer (BEO) of Tentulikhunti block in Nabarangpur district. ABEO Mohan Madhusudan Bag welcomed him to the position. Prior to this, he was serving in Rayagada. After a long gap, a permanent BEO has been appointed in the block, which has brought joy to teachers and educators. Sudipta Kumar Das stated that he will work…

Bhubaneswar: A complex pancreatitis surgery was successfully performed without opening the abdomen at Capital Hospital–PGIIMER’s Gastro Surgery and Oncology department. The intricate operation was conducted laparoscopically over 12 hours. The patient is currently in stable condition. Professor Dr. Srikant Patra, who led the surgery, is receiving wide acclaim for this achievement. 12-Hour Laparoscopic Surgery The surgery was performed under the leadership of Professor Srikant Patra…

Nabarangpur  As part of the National Education Policy, a five-day block-level second phase training camp on the Shishu Batika curriculum has commenced at the premises of Sindhiguda High School under Nandahandi Block. Under the direction of District Education Officer Chhatrapati Sahu, the training camp was inaugurated with Nandahandi Block Senior Cluster Education Officer Srikant Jani attending as the chief guest. Honored guest Additional Cluster Education Officer…

Jeypore: Businessman Pramod Chandra Choudhury of Choudhury Electricals in Jeypore passed away in a road accident near Randapali.

Brahmapur A new bus named Jagannath Express has started operating from Chandahandi and Jharigaon to Brahmapur. This is set to benefit the residents of both blocks. A Volvo bus has been launched from Jharigaon block headquarters to Brahmapur. The bus departs from Jharigaon at 6:30 PM and travels via Jaypur, Rayagada, and Digapahandi, reaching Brahmapur by 5:00 AM the next morning. It then departs from Brahmapur…

Koraput: Koraput District Collector, Shri Kirthi Vasundhara, has been selected for the Prime Minister’s Award for 2025 for his outstanding contributions in implementing various government schemes effectively. These schemes include the Prime Minister’s Mother Bandana Yojana, Anganwadi Nutrition, PM Solar Home Scheme, Pradhan Mantri Bijli Yojana, Vishwakarma Yojana, Farmers’ Cards, Mission Vaccination, PM Jan Arogya Yojana, Har Ghar Jal (Water Life Mission), and PM Urban…

Chandrasekharpur: A state-of-the-art conference hall, the largest in the state, will be built in Chandrasekharpur. It will have the capacity to accommodate around 10,000 people at once, with modern amenities, and a special hall for 4,000 people. Additionally, there will be more than six smaller conference halls. This project, which will be built on 18 acres of land under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode, has…