Bhubaneswar: Extreme Heat Ahead In five days, the heat will become severe. Mercury levels in the state will reach 40°C. Temperature will rise by another 3 to 5 degrees. While daytime temperatures are rising, nighttime temperatures are decreasing. In interior Odisha, temperatures will remain above 40°C between 12th and 16th. Some areas in coastal Odisha may reach 38°C.
Koraput’s Pride: Lieutenant Subhashish Brings Honor to the Region
Koraput: Lieutenant Subhashish Rath, the pride of undivided Koraput district, has successfully graduated from the Officers Training Academy (OTA), Chennai. He was the only Odia candidate in his batch to participate in the Passing Out Parade at OTA. As per the Passing Out training tradition, his father, Patitapaban Rath, and mother, Pushpalata Rath, adorned him with the rank insignia. He has received widespread congratulations from…
Nabarangpur District Hosts First National Lok Adalat 2025 for Speedy Justice
Nabarangpur The first National Lok Adalat of 2025 was conducted under the district legal services authority, Nabarangpur, following the directives of District Judge & Chairman Subrata Mohanty. During the proceedings, District Judge Subrata Mohanty resolved one motor accident compensation case, granting a compensation of ₹8,40,100, along with six other cases, awarding Rs19,27,567 as compensation. Family Court Judge Lilipta Prasanna Sahu settled 15 family disputes, including two…
Nabarangpur District Council Introduces New Measures to Prevent Child Marriage
Nabarangpur: A coordination meeting between the police and child marriage prohibition officers was held today at the District Council Conference Hall under the chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Shubhankar Mohapatra to ensure the complete eradication of child marriage in the district. Presiding over the meeting, Dr. Mohapatra emphasized that various government departments are working together to protect children and prevent child marriage. Previously, the responsibility of…
Six Women Took Charge of PM Modi’s Social Media on International Women’s Day
New Delhi On the occasion of International Women’s Day, Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed over his social media accounts to six women, reaffirming his commitment to women empowerment. The women who took charge of his accounts were Vaishali Rameshbabu from Chennai, Dr. Anjali Agrawal from Delhi, Anita Devi from Nalanda, Elina Mishra from Bhubaneswar, Arjeta Shah from Rajasthan, and Shilpi Soni from Sagar. Let’s learn more…
West Bengal Cadre IAS Officer Transferred to Odisha in Key Bureaucratic Move
New Delhi, Abinash Kumar, a 2023 batch IAS officer of the West Bengal cadre, has been transferred to the Odisha cadre. He is married to Pranita Das, an IAS officer of the Odisha cadre from the same batch (2023). As per the order issued by the Principal Bench of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) in Delhi on January 22, 2025, the Department of Personnel and Training…
Massive Fire Erupts in Sandhagaon Forest, Kotpad – Authorities on Alert
Kotpad, Jeypore Forest Division: A massive fire broke out in the Sandhagaon forest, located in the Nuagaon Panchayat under the Kotpad forest range. The Kotpad Fire Department successfully brought the blaze under control. The fire was first spotted by a local youth, Babuli Pujari, who, along with some villagers, attempted to douse the flames and immediately informed the Kotpad Fire Department. Upon receiving the report,…
Chandrapur Ashram School Hosts Grand Annual Celebration with Enthusiasm
Papadahandi, The annual festival of Chandrapur Ashram School in Papadahandi Block, Nabarangpur District, was celebrated with great enthusiasm. Headmaster Shri Dasharath Jani presided over the event, and several distinguished guests graced the occasion. Among the chief guests were Nabarangpur MP Balabhadra Majhi, Block Representative Hari Panigrahi, and District Welfare Officer Shri Palakar Rabindra. Other notable attendees included Deputy Welfare Officer Shri Bharat Chandra Sahu, MLA…
Subhadra Yojana Outreach Meeting Held to Boost Awareness and Implementation
Papadahandi: The Papadahandi Block Integrated Child Development Office (ICDS), Nabarangpur District, organized an outreach meeting on the Subhadra Yojana. The event was conducted under the leadership of Papadahandi CDPO, S. Geeta. The outreach program was held at three locations within Papadahandi Block: 1. Nilakantheswar Temple Premises, Papadahandi 2. Jambuguda Square 3. Maidalpur The program specifically focused on adolescent girls, aiming to raise awareness about Subhadra…
Post-Meal Walks: A Simple Habit with Big Health Benefits
Bhubaneswar: Walking is a simple and accessible form of exercise that requires no special equipment and can be done at any time. According to experts, walking for a short duration after meals has several health benefits, particularly after dinner. They recommend walking for at least five minutes after meals. Key Benefits of Walking After Meals: 1. Regulates Blood Sugar: Walking helps in the proper breakdown of…
Old Ghantagudi Transformed into Grand Temple, Traditions Remain Unchanged
Jeypore: The old Ghantagudi (bell shrine), which existed since the reign of the royal rulers, has now been transformed into a grand temple at Purunagada. The installation of the new temple and idols began today. From this year, the famous Ghanta Festival will commence from the newly built Chudimandir, and the five-day festival will witness the participation of hundreds of Purunagada residents. The rituals, including…
Broccoli: A Nutrient Powerhouse with Incredible Health Benefits
Bhubaneswar: Walking is a Simple Exercise Walking is a simple and effective exercise that does not require any equipment and can be done at any time. Experts suggest that walking for a few minutes after meals has significant health benefits. In particular, they recommend walking for at least five minutes after dinner, as it helps the body break down glucose properly, thereby reducing the risk of diabetes.…
Umerkote Grows Strawberries for the First Time, Farmers Embrace New Cultivation
Umerkote In Badakumari village under Umerkote block of Nabarangpur district, bright red strawberries have flourished for the first time on the farm of Jyotirmaya. As this is the first-ever strawberry cultivation in the region, people are visiting the farm to witness the small plants bearing vibrant strawberries, often staying for a while to admire them. With government support, the efforts of the horticulture department, and his…
Odisha Govt Identifies 3,738 Bangladeshi Infiltrators, Says CM Majhi
Bhubaneswar: Odisha has identified 3,738 Bangladeshi infiltrators to date, according to Chief Minister Mohan Majhi in response to a question from MLA Manas Dutta. District-wise breakdown: Bhadrak – 199 Kendrapara – 1,649 Bhubaneswar – 17 Jagatsinghpur – 1,112 Malkangiri – 655 Nabarangpur – 106 The CM also stated that 41 criminal cases have been registered against Bangladeshis in the past 10 years.
Heatwave Set to Return: Authorities Issue Alert for Six Districts Before Holi
Bhubaneswar: The temperature has started rising again. Western Odisha will experience intense heat. The state will face scorching heat along with heatwave conditions. While there was a slight drop in temperature for the past 3 to 4 days, it has started increasing again today. Due to this rise, the Meteorological Department has issued a heatwave alert. A heatwave warning has been issued for March 13 and…
Red Cross Counselor Manasi Acharya Receives Prestigious Honor
Baipariguda: The Youth Red Cross State Branch organized an award ceremony on Friday at the Abhishek Auditorium of the Governor’s Residence in Bhubaneswar. The event saw participation from around 300 counselors and volunteers from all 30 districts of the state. Manasi Acharya, a counselor from Saheed Laxman Nayak +3 College, Baipariguda, was honored with the Best Counselor Award (2011-2014) for Koraput district by Governor Haribabu…
BDO Takes Charge in Umerkote After 5-Month Gap
Nabarangpur: After a long wait and protests, Manoj Kumar Meher has joined as the Block Development Officer (BDO) of Umerkote. Previously, he served as the BDO of Redhakhol in Sambalpur district. It is worth mentioning that Prithiranjan Rath, who was previously serving as BDO of Umerkote, was transferred on 24/10/2024. However, for the past five months, no permanent BDO was appointed. In the meantime, Lakshmi…
1,000 Nepalese Students Return to KIIT Campus to Resume Studies
Bhubaneswar, The KIIT University administration has taken extensive measures to restore normalcy on campus. As a result, Nepalese students have started returning. So far, around 9,000 students have returned to the hostels, and now, the remaining 1,000 students are also coming back. KIIT authorities have expressed gratitude to the Odisha Government, the Government of India, the Ministry of External Affairs, the Nepal Embassy in New…
Strict Action: Police Officers to Face Suspension for Not Registering FIRs
Bhubaneswar: Police stations must treat complainants with respect, register FIRs (First Information Reports) properly, and discuss the incident details. Otherwise, strict action will be taken against the concerned officers. During the inauguration of the new Nayapalli Police Station building, the Chief Minister shared an incident from his time as an MLA, explaining how he had once faced harassment from the police. 42 Crore Spent on…
Pushpalata’s Lifesaving Journey: Over 5,000 Patients Benefited from Her Blood Donations
Choudwar Whether it’s Cuttack SCB Medical College or any private hospital, patients in need of blood never return disappointed if they contact Pushpalata Mahanty of Choudwar’s Ward No. 10. So far, she has arranged blood donations for over 5,000 patients. Whether the request comes from Choudwar or any other part of Odisha, she ensures that the required blood reaches the patient within an hour. To…
Live Broadcast: Second Installment of Subhadra Yojana Disbursed on Women’s Day
Nabarangpur: At Sai Kalyan Mandap in Nabarangpur, a live broadcast of the distribution of the second installment of financial assistance under the Subhadra Yojana by Hon’ble Chief Minister was held at 11:00 AM. The event was graced by Nityananda Gond, Minister of School and Mass Education, as the chief guest, who inaugurated the ceremony by lighting the lamp. Among the distinguished guests present were Gauri…