Koraput: A delegation of BJP leaders from Koraput district, led by district BJP president Shiva Muduli, met Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The meeting was also attended by Koraput district BJP in-charge and Minister Gokulananda Mallik, Koraput MLA Raghuram Machha, and Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra. During the meeting, State BJP President Manmohan Samal and State Organization Secretary Manas Mohanty were also present. Discussions focused on…
State Food and Supplies Minister Reviews PDS and Procurement in Koraput
Koraput: Odisha’s Minister for Food Supplies, Consumer Welfare, and Science & Technology, Krushna Chandra Patra, visited Koraput district on Thursday and participated in a departmental review meeting. At 5:30 PM, the minister attended the review meeting held at the District Skill Development and Training Center under the chairmanship of Koraput Collector V. Keerthi Vasan. During his address, Minister Patra emphasized the government’s priority towards the…
Authorities Crack Down on Illegal Brick Kilns in Asika, Bulldozers in Action
Asika: Several illegal brick kilns have been operating unchecked in Asika and its surrounding areas despite repeated warnings from the Asika Tehsil Office. However, kiln owners continued their operations without heeding the notices. Today, in a pre-planned operation, Asika Tehsildar Sangeeta Sen, along with Asika Police Team led by ASI Subhashis Swain and the Fire Department, conducted a raid on three illegal brick kilns in…
Odisha Govt Enforces OCS 1990 Rules, Job Assurance for Families of Deceased Employees
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Government Implements Odisha Civil Services 1990 Rules; Family Members of Deceased Government Employees to Get Jobs Key Highlights: 1. The Odisha Civil Services (Compassionate Appointment) Rules, 1990 have been reintroduced. 2. Family members of deceased government employees will be eligible for government jobs. 3. Earlier, under the 1990 rules, jobs were provided for Group C and Group D positions. 4. In 2020, the previous…
UPI Services to Be Suspended for Inactive Mobile Numbers from April 1, 2025: NPCI
Bhubaneswar: The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced that starting April 1, 2025, UPI services will be suspended for mobile numbers that have been inactive for an extended period. This measure aims to prevent fraud and unauthorized transactions associated with recycled or reassigned mobile numbers. Key Points: Inactive Numbers: Mobile numbers not used for calls, SMS, or banking services for a significant duration will…
Government Shifts, But Satyaghat Irrigation Project Still in Limbo
Jharigaon – The long-awaited Satyaghat Irrigation Project under Chacha Panchayat of Jharigaon Block, Nabarangpur district, has yet to begin due to administrative indifference, causing frustration among local farmers. The previous government had sanctioned funds for the project, but the new government has not taken any steps to commence work, leading to allegations of neglect. As a result, the fate of the Satyaghat Irrigation Project remains…
NCC Commanding Officer Visits Bhairab Degree College, Inspires Cadets
Dabugaan: The Commanding Officer of the 13 (Odisha Battalion) of the National Cadet Corps (NCC), Mr. Sunil Kumar M.S., visited Bhairab Degree College in Dabugaan, Nabarangpur district. During his visit, he inspected the NCC office and activities within the college. Upon his arrival, the acting principal of the college and the head of the Political Science Department, along with the students, welcomed the Commanding Officer…
Defending Champions KKR Stumble as RCB Clinch Opening Match by 7 Wickets
Kolkata: The 18th edition of IPL began with a grand opening ceremony. In the first match, defending champions Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) suffered a defeat against Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB). Powered by Virat Kohli’s unbeaten half-century, RCB secured a 7-wicket victory. Batting first, KKR posted 174 runs for the loss of 8 wickets. In response, RCB chased down the target in just 16.2 overs, losing…
Angry Villagers Surround Electricity Office to Protest Prolonged Power Cuts
Papdahandi: Residents of Pondikot Harijan Sahi in Papdahandi block protested against the power cut by surrounding the electricity department office. They declared that the protest would continue until the electricity connection was restored. In Pondikot Harijan Sahi, around 20 families reside. While other parts of the village had electricity, this particular sahi (locality) was left without power. Earlier in the day, electricity department staff had…
Kalbaisakhi Rains to Continue Till 25th, Yellow Warning Issued for 15 Districts
Bhubaneswar: Kalbaisakhi Brings Relief from Scorching Heat Kalbaisakhi rain has brought relief from the heatwave. Thunderstorms and rain continue in many parts of the state. There will be no change in weather conditions till the 25th. After the 25th, temperatures may rise by 2 to 5 degrees Celsius. Baripada recorded the highest rainfall of 123.4 mm in the last 24 hours. A Yellow Warning has been issued for 15…
District Cricket Association Nabarangpur Announces Three Key Appointments
Nabarangpur: The Secretary of Nabarangpur District Cricket Association, Prahallad Tripathi, has assigned new responsibilities to three individuals. G. Chandrasekhar Raja has been appointed as the District Coach. Durjaya Harijan has been designated as the Pitch Curator. Shashank Sekhar Behera has been nominated as the Stadium Supervisor of Nabarangpur Stadium. The Secretary has issued an official letter regarding these appointments. After receiving their new responsibilities, all three appointees expressed their excitement and…
Laid-Off Health Workers Temporarily Suspend Protest Amid Talks
Nabarangpur: The protest by 37 laid-off health workers in various hospitals of Nabarangpur district has been temporarily suspended. These workers had been demonstrating in front of the District Collector’s office since February 12 after being dismissed from their jobs. However, they have warned that if the government does not reinstate them by April 26, they will resume their protest and take to the streets. According to…
Thunderstorm and Hailstorm Lash Kuapathar, Disrupting Normal Life
Jharigaon, A thunderstorm with hailstorm struck Jharigaon in Nabarangpur district on Saturday due to the Kalbaisakhi effect. The hailstorm caused significant damage to crops like maize and vegetables, leaving many farmers distressed. Large amounts of hailstones accumulated in various places. While the rain provided some relief from the heat, locals expressed mixed reactions. Kalbaisakhi in Jharigaon Additionally, due to the Kalbaisakhi storm, the 33kV main power…
No Hike in Electricity Tariff; Consumers to Get Discounts on Smart Meters
Bhubaneswar Unchanged Electricity Tariff with Discounts on Smart Meters A monthly discount of ₹60 on smart meters.Meter rent waived for consumers using 2-kiloRs watt smart meters. 80 lakh consumers will benefit. Up to ₹10 rebate for payments made through the e-bill payment system. For up to 50 units of electricity consumption, the rate is Rs 2.90 per unit. For 50 to 200 units, the rate is Rs 4.70 per…
Stay Safe in the Heat: Essential Precautions to Prevent Heatstroke
Heatstroke Precautions 1. Avoid going outside during extreme heat. 2. Wear light, loose, and breathable cotton clothes. 3. Drink plenty of water every day. 4. Consume ORS, sugar-salt water, buttermilk, and sherbet in adequate quantities. 5. Avoid consuming heavy meals. 6. Do not engage in physical labor during extreme heat. 7. Avoid walking long distances in hot weather. 8. Use an umbrella and proper footwear…
Admission Opens for Two-Year B.Ed, M.Ed, and B.H.Ed Courses – Apply Now!
Bhubaneswar: The application process for the entrance examination for two-year B.Ed, M.Ed, and B.H.Ed courses will begin tomorrow (Monday). Interested candidates can apply until April 10. If there are any errors in the application form, corrections can be made on April 11. The admit card will be released on May 23, and the entrance examination for B.Ed and B.H.Ed will be conducted on June 1,…
Maa Budhi Thakurani Tractor Owners’ Association Formed to Support Farmers
Papadahandi: The Maa Budhi Thakurani Tractor Owners’ Association has been formed at Dak Bungalow, Papadahandi, Nabarangpur district. More than 60 tractor owners from Papadahandi village attended the meeting, where various issues were discussed. In the presence of all members, the following individuals were unanimously appointed as office bearers: President: Subrata Kumar Jena Vice Presidents: Rasananda Satanami and Tularam Majhi Secretary: Gautam Agrawal Joint Secretaries: Chandra…
Rangatuli Artists’ Committee Formed to Promote Art and Cultural Collaboration
Papadahandi: A district-level committee of Rangatuli Artists’ Association has been formed today in the premises of Garbh Rai Temple in Nuakote Panchayat, Papadahandi Block. The meeting was attended by over 150 artists from ten blocks across the district. Discussions were held on the rights, issues, and future growth of the organization. During the meeting, the following members were appointed: District President: Murali Dhar Bhushan Vice…
Odisha’s Farmers Struggle as Chhattisgarh Reaps Benefits from Water Flow
Kotpad: While Odisha is rich in rivers and water resources, its fields are drying up, whereas Chhattisgarh’s farmlands are flourishing with river water. Due to the construction of barrages, most of the water is being diverted to Chhattisgarh, leaving more than 400 acres of farmland in Odisha barren. In strong opposition to this, BJD leaders and workers, with the support of local farmers, have broken…
Kotpad Revives Bali Jatra Festival After 19 Years with Grand Celebrations
Kotpad After a long gap of 19 years, Bali Jatra 2025 is being celebrated with grandeur and enthusiasm in Kotpad, a region in Koraput district. The festival is being organized in a unique and elaborate manner, with Mani Prasad Pattnayak serving as the committee’s chairman and Ganesh Panda as the secretary. With the support of all the members and the local community, the festival is being…
Plane Carrying Himachal Deputy CM and DGP Makes Emergency Landing in Shimla
Shimla Airport: A plane made an emergency landing by applying brakes mid-runway, narrowly avoiding a major accident. Himachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri and DGP Atul Verma were among those who narrowly escaped. The emergency landing was reportedly due to a technical glitch in the aircraft. The plane was en route from Delhi to Shimla when the incident occurred.