Sambalpur The Lok Sevak Mandal, under the Western Odisha Development Council, has invited applications for the Prashanta Mohanty – Dr. Narayani Panda Scholarship. This scholarship is aimed at meritorious and economically disadvantaged students from 10 districts of Western Odisha: Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Deogarh, Sambalpur, Bargarh, Nuapada, Kalahandi, Balangir, Sonepur, Boudh, and the Athmallik sub-division. Students pursuing +2 (Higher Secondary), +3 (Undergraduate), and Postgraduate (PG) courses with…
Mid-Day Meal Scheme Expanded: Class 9 & 10 Students to Benefit
Bhubaneswar: The School and Mass Education Department has issued a directive stating that all government and grant-in-aid schools will provide mid-day meals to students of Class 9 and 10 starting from the 2025-26 academic year. The funding for this initiative will come from the Chief Minister’s Nutrition Scheme, with the government allocating ₹570.71 crore annually for its implementation. Additionally, starting from April 1, students from Shishu…
Chief Minister Launches Antodaya Housing Scheme Virtually to Boost Affordable Housing
Koraput: On Sunday, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi launched the Antodaya Housing Scheme at Shri Krishna Nagar Padia, Risigaon, in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi district. On this occasion, apart from the Koraput district headquarters subdivision, block administrations in 13 other blocks organized events in the presence of Group Development Officers, local MLAs, block and panchayat-level leaders. The Chief Minister inaugurated the program via live streaming, allowing beneficiaries…
Odisha State Badminton Association Hosts Thrilling Under-19 Ranking Tournament in Jeypore
Jeypore For the first time, the Odisha State Badminton Association organized the Under-19 Ranking Badminton Tournament at Jeypore D.P. Academy.
Kendriya Vidyalaya Jeypore to Begin Admissions from April
Jeypore From April, admission will begin at Kendriya Vidyalaya in Jeypore. Offline applications will be accepted for Classes 1 to 5. Jeypore MLA Tara Bahinipati stated that discussions have been held regarding this. According to sources, the Kendriya Vidyalaya may be inaugurated on either April 6 or 10.
Mass Education Dept Issues New Guidelines for PM Poshan & Mukhyamantri Poshan Yojana
Bhubaneswar: Now, Children Will Get Nutritious Laddus Along with Eggs Eggs will be provided to children on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Nutritious laddus will be given on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays. All children from preschool (Shishu Batika) up to Class 10 will receive these benefits. The Department of Mass Education has issued a notification regarding changes in guidelines. This initiative will be implemented under the PM Poshan and Mukhyamantri Poshan…
Kharki Ashram School Celebrates Annual Festival with Enthusiasm and Devotion
Papadahandi: The annual festival of Kharki Government Ashram School under Papadahandi block in Nabarangpur district was celebrated with great enthusiasm. The event began with the lighting of a lamp and floral offerings to Lord Ganesha by the guests, followed by a welcome song and dance performed by young girl students of the school. The annual festival was organized under the chairmanship of the school’s headmistress,…
Uncovered Valve Chambers Increasing Risk of Accidents, Authorities Urged to Act
Kosagumuda: The uncovered valve chambers of the mega drinking water project on the main road of Taragaon Panchayat under Kosagumuda block in Nabarangpur district are increasing the risk of accidents. Despite repeated accidents, authorities have been accused of remaining silent. In front of the homeopathic hospital in Taragaon, an open valve chamber without a cover has caused several injuries as patients and common people have…
School Students to Receive Nutritious Laddu as Part of Health Initiative
Bhubaneswar Under the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Yojana, school students will be provided nutritious laddus. Starting from April 1, students from Classes 1 to 10 will receive millet-based laddus every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The ingredients for these laddus will cost Rs3.24, while the preparation cost is 26 paise per laddu. Between April and July 2023, training was provided to cooks and assistants on making millet…
‘Ratna Muda’ Installed at Danteshwari Maa Mouli Temple, Marking a Sacred Event
Umerkote, The grand inauguration ceremony for the installation of the ‘Ratna Muda’ crown at the Danteshwari Maa Mouli Temple in Anchala village, Umerkote Block, Nabarangpur district, was celebrated with great enthusiasm. Former MP Ramesh Majhi and BJP State Executive Member Ramesh Sahu attended the event as chief guests. The construction of this magnificent temple began long ago with financial assistance from the then-government and collective…
‘Joura Bachao is Not a Political Issue, It’s Odisha’s Concern,’ Says Leader
Kotpad: The time has come to fight not for politics, but for Odisha’s interests and its farmers. Addressing a press conference organized by the Joura Bachao Sangharsh Samiti, President Pankaj Kumar Patra, Vice President Balkrishna Bishoi, and Secretary Chinmay Kumar Shadangi stated this. They alleged that while the Chhattisgarh government is diverting Joura’s water by constructing barrages, the Odisha government is extending its full cooperation, violating…
Retired Headmaster Passes Away, Leaving Behind a Legacy of Education
Balipadia Vishnu Charan Pradhan, a resident of Balipadia village under Balipadia Panchayat in Badachana block, passed away in the early hours today at the age of 82. He retired as a headmaster in 2005 after serving in various schools during his career, earning widespread appreciation. Known for his affection for students, kindness, and philanthropic nature, he had established a distinct identity for himself. Not just in…
Jeypore Ghat Turns Hazardous: Large Potholes Triggering Accidents
Jeypore The JeyporeGhat road has turned into a death trap as massive potholes have developed along National Highway 26. These potholes pose a severe risk to drivers, leading to frequent minor and major accidents. However, despite being aware of the situation, the National Highway authorities have failed to take any action, causing growing public discontent. Several stretches of Jaypur Ghat, particularly the Jubilee Ghat, have developed…
Chinmaya Arya Shines at Rampur State-Level Bhagavad Gita Recitation Competition
S. Rampur: Chinmaya Bagh, also known as Chinmaya Arya (14 years old), a ninth-grade student from Rampur in Subarnapur district, has brought great pride to his hometown. He secured the first position in the state-level Bhagavad Gita recitation competition and later represented the state in Haridwar, where he showcased his exceptional talent. Chinmaya’s journey began when his father, Narayan Bagh, enrolled him at Haripur Gurukul Ashram…
New Poetry Collection ‘Kavita 99’ Unveiled to Celebrate Creative Voices
Nuapada: In a literary gathering organized by the Maraguda Sahitya Sansad at the Sahu Samaj Sammilani Hall, Khariar Road, poet Satyapriya Pattnayak’s poetry collection ‘Kavita 99’ was unveiled. The event was presided over by Bikash Kumar Barik, a former professor and researcher of Khariar Autonomous College. The chief guest was Pareshwar Munda, principal of Kalahandi Evening College, who is also a writer, playwright, researcher, and the…
Jagdalpur-Thakurnagar Route to Get a Dedicated Express Train
Rayagada: The East Coast Railway has decided to introduce an independent express train between Jagdalpur and Thakurnagar, starting today. The train will depart Jagdalpur every Wednesday at 8:00 AM, traveling via Koraput and Rayagada, reaching Rayagada at 2:10 PM in the afternoon. From there, it will continue towards Thakurnagar, reaching its destination at 10:45 AM the following day (Thursday). On the return journey, the train will…
Iti Samanta Honored with Prestigious Utkal Bharati Kuntalakumari Saraswat Samman
Cuttack: Eminent writer and editor of Kadambini magazine, Dr. Itirani Samanta, has been selected for this year’s prestigious Utkal Bharati Kuntalakumari Saraswat Samman. The award will be presented to Dr. Samanta by the Utkal Bharati Kuntalakumari Saba Foundation on February 22 at 6 PM at Sarala Bhavan in Cuttack. The honor includes a cash prize of ₹25,000, a citation, and a memento, as announced by…
Srijay Baral Re-Elected Unopposed as Konark Bar Association President for 7th Term
Konark: As per the directive of the Odisha State Bar Council, the election process for lawyer associations across the state for the 2025-26 term has commenced. In this sequence, the election process for the office bearers of the Konark Bar Association began on the 5th of this month. According to information provided by the election officer Rajanandini Mohapatra, the election process for all positions in…
Keonjhar Woman Radhe Maa Makes Headlines Again, Takes the Wheel of ‘Mo Bus’
Keonjhar: No job is too small or too big when it comes to survival—it only requires determination. With this mindset, Radhe Maa, who once drove an auto-rickshaw in Keonjhar, is now driving a ‘Mo Bus’ in the capital. She has now taken up the challenge of driving a larger vehicle, bringing her back into the spotlight. Santoshini Deo, popularly known as Radhe Maa, hails from…
Authorities Issue Heatwave Guidelines for Safe Bus Travel
Bhubaneswar: Guidelines for Bus Travel 1. The State Transport Department has issued guidelines for heatwave conditions. 2. All buses must have provisions for drinking water and ORS (Oral Rehydration Solution). 3. A first aid kit, including ice packs, will also be available on buses. 4. Adequate rest stops will be provided for bus passengers. 5. No more passengers than the permitted capacity will be allowed on…
Renowned Literary Figure Bichitrananda Panda Receives ‘Dakshina Odisha Sevaratna’ Award
Puri, On the occasion of the Hindu New Year, literary figure Bichitrananda Panda was honored with the Dakshina Odisha Sevaratna award for his contributions to literature and social service in the Nandapur block region of Jeypore. The honor was bestowed upon him on Sunday at a literary ceremony organized by Basanta Nilaya Sahitya Sansad in Ali Namouja, Kendrapara district. During the event, the Sansad Secretary…