Author: Rabindra Sahu

New Delhi: Indian Railways has initiated efforts to develop trains capable of running at a speed of 280 km/h. A bullet train project is underway, which will operate at a speed of 320 km/h between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. However, according to government records, any train exceeding a speed of 130 km/h is classified as ‘high-speed.’ As per official documents, until July 3, 1989, trains running…

Kalyanasinghpur: A massive crowd of devotees has gathered at the Debagiri Panchamukheswar Shaiva Peetha in Kalyanasinghpur block of Rayagada district for the sacred Maha Shivaratri Jagara. From early morning, devotees, carrying their worship materials, have been seen standing in long queues to get a glimpse of the Sphatika Lingam (crystal Shiva Lingam). Being an ancient and famous Shaiva pilgrimage site, devotees from various regions of…

Bhubaneswar: BJP National President and Union Health Minister JP Nadda is commencing a two-day visit to Odisha today. He is scheduled to arrive at Bhubaneswar airport at 7:55 PM and will proceed directly to Puri for an overnight stay. Tomorrow, at 10:00 AM, he will inaugurate the 9th National Summit on Good and Replicable Practices and Innovation in Public Healthcare System in India, organized by the…

Baipariguda: The famous Baba Gupteshwar Peeth in Odisha saw an influx of lakhs of devotees for the Maha Shivaratri celebrations. Pilgrims from all corners of Odisha, Andhra Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, and Madhya Pradesh flocked to the temple. Over the past two days, many devotees walked barefoot to reach the shrine. Since yesterday, thousands of devotees lined up for darshan, with queues stretching for miles. Many devotees…

Nandapur: Accidents and mishaps can occur at any time and place, making it difficult to predict them in advance. While government regulations mandate safety measures to prevent and mitigate such incidents, the Transport Department has been accused of ignoring these norms. Though police and transport officials conduct vehicle inspections on roads and highways, the focus appears to be more on imposing heavy fines on rule…

Kolnara: Under the Swachh Bharat Mission, 10 compost pits were constructed in various villages of Katikana Panchayat in Kolnara block. Although these pits were built during the 2022-23 financial year, even after 2 to 3 years, the payments for the work have not been processed. In protest, the Katikana committee members have submitted a written complaint to the district collector’s grievance hearing camp. Villagers had…

Papadahandi: On the occasion of the sacred festival of Shivaratri, the famous Neelakantheshwar Temple in Papadahandi witnessed a large gathering of devotees. The rituals began in the early hours, followed by devotees being allowed to have darshan of Lord Shiva. Under the supervision of chief priest Shiva Prasad Tripathi, priests Hari Tripathi and Neelakantheshwar Tripathi performed the worship rituals. Temple management committee chairman and tehsildar…

Balianta: Balianta’s renowned Kaviraj and founder of Dhanvantari Aushadhalaya, Prabhat Kumar Kar, passed away at the age of 76. He succumbed to a heart attack yesterday at around 4:30 PM, as informed by his family members. His untimely demise on the day of Maha Shivaratri has cast a shadow of grief over Balianta. Notably, Prabhat Kumar Kar was a well-known businessman in the Balianta region near…

Nandapur: The 51-Kundi Gayatri Mahayajna has commenced at Netaji Shishu Udyan in Kumast, Nandapur Block, and will continue for four days. On the first day, water for the yajna was collected in 1,100 Kalash from the banks of the Gangesiuni River in Nandapur. 1,100 women carried the Kalash and paraded around Nandapur town, creating a deeply devotional atmosphere. The Kalash were then installed at the…

Chandahandi: A Police Public Relations Camp was organized by the district police in Kakarapani village, located in the remote Fatik Panchayat of Chandahandi Block. The event was conducted under the supervision of Chandahandi Police Station Officer Prashant Kollaharsha. The Superintendent of Police (SP), Mihir Kumar Panda, attended the camp as the chief guest. Other dignitaries included Umerkote SDPO Shubhendu Kumar Sabar and R.I. Ajay Ekka.…

Umerkote: Artist Gurubaru Gand, who can bring life to his paintings with intricate details, has become an inspiration for the younger generation. Gurubaru (22), a young artist from Chikalapadar Panchayat in Umerkote Block, Nabarangpur District, is the son of Kamala Lochan Gand and Budri Gand. He has two sisters and was the only son in the family. His family had hoped he would pursue a…

Cuttack: In 2025, four distinguished personalities from Odisha will receive the Padma Awards. Their names and respective fields Adwaita Charan Gadnayak: He has been awarded the Padma Shri for his contributions to the field of art. He is a renowned sculptor and the Director-General of the National Gallery of Modern Art, India. Some of his notable works include a 28-foot monolithic stone statue of Netaji…

Badaliguda The month-long Bali Jatra was celebrated with great enthusiasm in Badaliguda. On this occasion, a grand procession started from Bali Thulana and moved towards Bali Padiya, featuring lathi (stick performances), kuruti (martial arts), and palinki (palanquin), accompanied by Shira Dishari (traditional priests). The village head, priests, and distinguished guests participated in the village procession. Among the attendees were village priest Dhanpati Jani, Hindu nationalist leader…

Nabarangpur: The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Nabarangpur, organized a legal awareness camp at Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, Hinli, Nabarangpur, focusing on Motor Accident Tribunal Claims, Motor Vehicle Laws, Public Utility Services, Functioning of Permanent Lok Adalat, and Road Safety Laws. This program was conducted under the direction of Subrata Mohanty, Chairman of DLSA and District Judge, Nabarangpur. The Secretary of DLSA, Smt. Sai Abhipsa Gochayat,…

Prayagraj: At the Maha Kumbh, more than 58 crore devotees have taken a holy dip so far. Yet, the purity of Ganga water remains unaffected. Padma Shri awardee scientist Dr. Alok Kumar Sonkar has proven this through his laboratory experiments. He stated that Ganga water is not just fit for bathing but is as pure as alkaline water. Many have questioned the purity of Ganga…

Sunabeda: Sumitra Jena assumed office as the new SDPO of Sunabeda on Wednesday. On this occasion, she took over the responsibilities from the former SDPO, Manobrata Shata Tapathi. After assuming charge, Sumitra stated that she would prioritize women’s safety and law enforcement in the sub-division. Additionally, she emphasized a strong focus on crime control and maintaining law and order in the region.

Papdahandi: Farmers are worried due to the lack of water for maize cultivation as river water has dried up. Even after paying for borewells for years, they have not been installed. With the ongoing summer season, the riverbeds have dried up, leaving farmers struggling with irrigation issues. As a result, maize crops are at risk of damage, causing great concern among the farmers. Farmers from…

Bhubaneswar: Ratnakar Pattnayak and Dinesh Pant have been appointed as the new Managing Directors (MDs) of the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC). This information was released through a notification by the Financial Services Security Bureau. Following interviews of eight candidates, the selection committee recommended the appointment of these two officials to the MD position. Currently, both Pattnayak and Pant serve as Executive Directors at…

Kakatpur: Rajataraj Behera, a Class 5 student from Asijanga Primary School in Kakatpur Block, Puri District, has emerged as the topper in the block in the Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya exam. He scored 611 out of 618 marks, securing the highest score of 562 and achieving the top rank in the block. Rajataraj hails from Asijanga village and is the grandson of late Madhabananda Behera, a…

Nabarangpur: With dense village forests and government-protected forests in various locations of Nandahandi and Tentulikhunti blocks, concerns over forest security have increased. As temperatures rise, the risk of forest fires has also grown. To address this issue, Nandahandi Group Development Officer Sunil Khora, along with forest officials Ritesh Suna, guards Pindhu Swain, Babula Singh, and Feraj Kumar Bhatara, visited villages to raise awareness. They discussed…

Koraput: The cultivation of German chamomile flowers is proving to be a milestone for farmers, offering a new source of economic growth. In Kotia, under Patangi block of Koraput district, local women farmers Kanchan Tadingi, Fulmati Gemel, Pal Gemel, Kumbh Gemel, Limbe Gemel, and Shite Tadingi have successfully produced 40 kg of German chamomile flowers. Currently, the flowers are being harvested in their raw form.…