Author: Rabindra Sahu

Bhubaneswar The Odisha Police Group B exam, which was scheduled to be held on March 8 and 9, has been postponed indefinitely due to unavoidable reasons. A press release issued by the OPRB Board has informed that the exam scheduled for March 8 and 9 has been put on hold. Candidates are advised to regularly check the Odisha Police website for updates on the new exam…

New Delhi: The concern over obesity in India is growing. By 2050, an estimated 440 million people in India may suffer from obesity, making the country the second most affected nation globally after China. A recent study has warned that if the government does not take preventive measures, nearly 60% of adults and one-third of children in the country could become overweight or obese. In…

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha government has decided to observe Panchayati Raj Day on April 24 instead of March 5. There had been uncertainty regarding the date in recent days, but on Monday evening, the Chief Minister’s Office issued a press statement clarifying the matter. The statement mentioned that the discrepancy between the state and national Panchayati Raj Day has now been resolved. Previously, March 5, the…

Semiliguda: The demand to declare Semiliguda as a subdivision is gaining momentum. Considering the increasing population, industrialization, and commercial significance of the town, the Semiliguda Development Council has decided to re-submit this demand to the government. This resolution was taken during a meeting of senior citizens held at the local Press Club premises. A long-term action plan was discussed in the meeting, and if necessary,…

Nabarangpur: The consecration festival of Shri Gundicha Temple in Nabarangpur town has begun. The festival started on Monday, the 3rd, and will continue for four days. On Thursday, the Saptami Tithi of the Shukla Paksha in the month of Phalguna, the foundation of the Chaturdha Murti’s birth pedestal will be consecrated. The rituals include: Monday: Jal Yatra and Ankuraropan Tuesday: Ritual initiation, Ghata Mandala Puja,…

Bhubaneswar: The Odisha State Committee Members’ Association will hold a demonstration and grand assembly at Lower PMG on the 10th of this month. The gathering aims to demand permanent membership and authority for committee members in Gram Panchayats, as well as defined powers in Panchayat Committees. Reports indicate that the committee members will present six key demands to the state government during the event. The…

Gujarat There are numerous temples dedicated to Lord Rama and his devoted follower, Shri Hanuman, in India and across the world. One such Hanuman temple in Jamnagar, Gujarat, has earned a place in the Guinness Book of World Records. The Bala Hanuman Temple in Jamnagar was established in 1963-64 by Prembhikshuji Maharaj. Devotees from India and various other countries visit this temple to offer their prayers.…

Nabarangpur: A meeting of the District Skill Development Mission and District Skill Committee was held at the local Mission Shakti Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate (Revenue) Bishwajit Barman. The meeting was attended by Development Officer Biranchi Narayan Darwan, CDO, DWO, CDVO, DFO, DIPRO, ORMAS officials, heads of ITI and Polytechnic institutions, and representatives from training providers Gayatri Educational & Charitable Trust and…

Nabarangpur: A fire broke out yesterday in a cashew orchard near Majhiguda village under Podalaguda Panchayat in Nandahandi block of Nabarangpur district. Due to the negligence of the Village Forest Protection Committee, the fire spread from the nearby forest and engulfed the cashew trees on the farmland of Kailash Dora, a poor farmer from the village. said that over 180 cashew trees were completely burnt. The…

Nabarangpur A 45-year-old man was critically injured in a bear attack in Raighar block. The incident took place near the forest when Nagar Singh Gand, a resident of Chanabhari village in Nakotisimda Panchayat, was on his way to Pulpara village, where his sister lives. Suddenly, three bears appeared and attacked him. As a result, he sustained severe injuries to his legs and thighs, causing heavy bleeding.…

Nabarangpur An awareness rally was organized at Nuaparatha in Raighar under the Watershed Project. The event was attended by local Block Chairman Guptaprasad Jhankar, MP Representative Pritisnigdha Mahapatra, District Council Vice-Chairperson Lipika Baroi, and BDO Bijay Kumar Sethy, who were present on the main stage. This program, organized by the Government of India, included the inauguration of an awareness chariot. On this occasion, people were educated…

Puri: Before the wedding vows could be exchanged, the administration stopped the ceremony. The invited guests, along with the bride and groom’s families, had to leave. The Puri Municipality dismantled the wedding stage that had been set up on the beach. The welcome arch and seating arrangements for guests were also removed. This unusual situation unfolded on Wednesday at Puri Beach. A man from Rourkela…

New Delhi: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, has approved the construction of two ropeway projects. These projects will be developed in Kedarnath and Hemkund Sahib in Uttarakhand, with a total budget allocation of Rs 6,811 crore. A 12.9-kilometer ropeway from Sonprayag to Kedarnath will be constructed under the Design, Build, Finance, Operate, and Transfer (DBFOT) model at an…

Sambalpur: The Subhadra Shakti Mela has commenced at Birsa Munda Ground in Ainthapali, Sambalpur. Over 150 stalls have been set up, showcasing products made by Self-Help Groups (SHGs) from across the state. This event, which will continue until the 11th of this month, was inaugurated today by the District Collector, Siddheshwar Baliram Bondar. During the inauguration, the District Collector stated that organizing the Subhadra Shakti…

Sambalpur: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has planned to construct an independent slope at Lakshmidunguri. Earlier, a tunnel was proposed for the area, but due to feasibility issues, an alternative solution has been adopted. The independent slope will be built over a stretch of approximately 900 meters, with an estimated cost of around Rs15 crore. NHAI project director Prem Narayan Sahu stated that,…

Nabarangpur: Noted Gandhian Sarvodaya leader Nayana Majhi passed away on Wednesday morning at the age of 71. She was born on October 4, 1953, in Korasahandi village, under Jharigaon block of Nabarangpur district. The daughter of Padmini Pande and Sundar Pande, Nayana was known for her calm and humble nature from childhood, making her beloved by all. At the age of 11, in 1964, she…

Koraput: Jeypore MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati held a press conference regarding the restoration of Jagannath Sagar in Jeypore. He announced that Rs 9.25 crore has been sanctioned for the restoration work. He stated that a tender process will be initiated within 10 days. During the previous government, restoration work on Jagannath Sagar was undertaken through the “Ama Pokhari Yojana” and “Mukta Yojana” by the Jeypore…

Koraput: Two-day Youth Micro-Entrepreneur Training Camp was organized at the Koraput ITDA Conference Hall under the Chief Minister’s Tribal Livelihood Mission, focusing on tribal youth (both male and female). Koraput ITDA Project Administrator Tapan Kumar Nayak, who attended as the chief guest, encouraged the young entrepreneurs to utilize the incentive funds effectively and integrate themselves and their families into mainstream economic activities. A total of…

Nabarangpur: The election process for the Nabarangpur District Bar Association has commenced at the District Judge Court premises. The nomination filing period is scheduled from the 5th to the 7th of this month. On the first day, nominations were filed for two key positions: Senior Advocate Shyam Prasad Gantayat filed his nomination for the post of President. Advocate Ram Prasad Patra submitted his nomination for…

Chhatrapur: Compared to previous years, this year is expected to experience extreme heat. Keeping this in mind, Ganjam District Collector Dibyajyoti Parida has directed officials to identify water-scarce areas in advance and ensure proper water supply. Additionally, hospitals have been instructed to make all necessary arrangements for the treatment of heatstroke patients. To safeguard animals and birds, drinking water facilities will also be arranged for…

Bhubaneswar: Jagmohan Meena has taken charge as the new Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) of Bhubaneswar, replacing Pinak Mishra. To strengthen law enforcement, he has introduced a WhatsApp number for complaints. He emphasized a strong focus on crime investigation and the immediate arrest of accused individuals. Ensuring public safety and making the city crime-free is a top priority. Surveillance through CCTV cameras will be increased…