Author: Rabindra Sahu

Bhubaneswar: The School and Mass Education Department realized the issue only after teachers struggled due to unpaid salaries. The salary funds have now been sanctioned to the accounts of 30 District Education Officers (DEOs). The Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) has released a total amount of Rs398 crore 32 lakh 82 thousand 3 to the DEOs’ accounts, instructing banks to process the transaction immediately.…

Dillhi Once again, Virat Kohli has proven that district-level players can shine on the big stage. On Sunday, during the ICC Champions Trophy match against Pakistan, Kohli not only achieved a much-anticipated century but also broke multiple records, leading India to a spectacular victory. The Indian team dominated Pakistan with a six-wicket win, securing their spot in the semifinals. On the other hand, defending champions…

Bhubaneswar: Liquor will now be produced from Millet. Companies interested in producing liquor from Millet will be provided subsidies by the government. The state is also discussing the establishment of quality liquor production units in Odisha. Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan stated that incentives will be given for producing liquor from Mahua and Mandia. A high-level meeting on the new excise policy was held on Friday…

Dhamnagar: With an eye on the upcoming 2027 Panchayat elections, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has initiated zonal-level workshops to further strengthen the party organization and reclaim Panchayat Samiti control. One such workshop was recently held at Govinda Padiyatha in Dalapur Panchayat under Dhamnagar Block. This marked the 10th zonal-level workshop of the BJD, presided over by Block Chairman Ramesh Chandra Mahari. The event featured…

Bhubaneswar: The English curriculum will now begin from Grade 1 in the state. In government schools, English and Science are currently introduced from Grade 3, and even then, only oral instruction is provided without written exercises. Moreover, since joint-letter formation is taught from Grade 3 in government schools, the introduction of English and Science happens relatively late compared to private schools. However, in government-recognized private…

Karanjia: A new 112 van, provided by the state government, was inaugurated at Karanjia Police Station. The inauguration ceremony took place within the police station premises, with the van being formally inaugurated by the in-charge officer, Sanyukta Mahalik. Through the 112 emergency number, people can contact the police, ambulance, and fire department for immediate assistance. Citizens can also reach out via phone calls, SMS, mobile…

Jeypore: Jeypor The foundation day of the Gopinath Gajapati Bhuyan Charitable Trust was celebrated in a spiritual atmosphere at the sacred site of the Baula tree near the Biraja Temple. The event was conducted under the chairmanship of the trust’s head, Gopinath Gajapati Bhuyan, with the participation of trust members and officials. Chairman Gopinath Gajapati Bhuyan highlighted key aspects of the event. The program featured…

Rayagada: In the widely discussed Kashipur block of Rayagada district, a significant number of people have migrated towards Rayagada city. Entire settlements have emerged in the city, populated mostly by people from the Kashipur region. Many people have moved to the city, and there is growing discussion that some leaders, driven by land mission greed, have influenced these remote villagers to relocate. Some residents have…

Rayagada: Driving without a license has proven costly. A young woman driving on the Kereda-Rayagada road was stopped by traffic police. Since she did not have a driving license or other necessary documents, the police issued a hefty fine. Many young women are riding scooters without a license. A license is mandatory for riding a bike. Due to the absence of a license, fines totaling…

Jeypore: The restoration work of Jagannath Sagar is set to resume, with the state government allocating ₹9 crore for its completion. The municipality has been instructed to immediately prepare the Detailed Project Report (DPR) and invite tenders. Following the directive of the state government, retired Chief Engineer Haribandhu Behera, the advisor of the Reservoir Restoration Unit, visited Jagannath Sagar to assess the current situation. This…

Dabugaon, Nabarangpur District – A tragic incident occurred on Tuesday morning at around 10 AM in Dhansara village under Junapani Panchayat of Dabugaon block. A man lost his life after falling from a tamarind tree. The deceased has been identified as Bhagata Sabar (55), a resident of Dhansara village. According to reports, Bhagata had climbed the tree in his backyard to pluck tamarind when he…

New Delhi: To provide social security to all citizens of the country, the central government is planning to implement a nationwide Voluntary Universal Pension Scheme. The Ministry of Labour and Employment has initiated preliminary discussions on this. The Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) is preparing the framework for this scheme. Under this voluntary scheme, beneficiaries above 60 years of age can receive a monthly pension…

Jeypore A regional-level agricultural machinery fair is being organized at Jeypore Dussehra Padia. The inaugural ceremony will be held on the 27th. The fair will continue until the 3rd of March. Koraput District Collector B. Kirti Vasan visited Jeypore Dussehra Padia to review the progress of the preparations.

Borigumma Kamata Shaiva Peetha was bustling with devotees who had lined up for Shiva’s darshan. While they were waiting in a long queue, bees from a tree near the temple suddenly attacked them. Panic ensued as people ran for safety. The bees stung more than thirty people, causing injuries. The injured were immediately admitted to Kumuli Medical for treatment.

Bhubaneswar: On the final day of the Maha Kumbh, Odisha  Deputy Chief Minister Kanakvardhan Singh Deo, along with his family, participated in the sacred ritual of taking a holy dip. The event, which holds deep spiritual significance, witnessed thousands of devotees gathering to cleanse themselves in the holy waters. The Deputy Chief Minister’s participation highlighted the cultural and religious importance of the Maha Kumbh, a grand…

Bhubaneswar: From the upcoming academic year (2025-26), the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) will introduce a reformed examination system for Class 10 students. To reduce academic pressure, students will have the opportunity to take two board exams in a year. One will be the main exam, while the other will be for improvement purposes. The second exam will be optional, allowing students to appear…

Bhubaneswar,  The pass rate of Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas has been steadily declining. While the pass rate for Class 12 was 99.09% in the 2020-21 academic year, it dropped significantly to 63.20% in 2023-24. This decline is not limited to Class 12 alone; the Class 10 board exam results have also witnessed a similar trend. The pass rate, which was 95.71% in 2020-21, has now fallen…

Kotpad: The inter-state football tournament was inaugurated today at the local Bhairav Padia, organized by Kotpad Sporting Club. The opening match was played between the Rourkela team and the Balangir team, with Rourkela emerging victorious by 1-0 in a highly competitive match. A total of eight teams are participating in the tournament: Bargarh, Rourkela, Balangir, Titilagarh, Bhawanipatna, Jharkhand Royal Club, Sunabeda PYC 11, and Sporting…

Nabarangpur: The Food Safety Department conducted a raid on the Bangalore Bakery shop in Nabarangpur town. The food items prepared in the bakery were found to be unhygienic. The employees involved in baking and cake-making had no knowledge of food safety. There was no proper labeling or identification system to distinguish between vegetarian and non-vegetarian items. According to food safety norms, bakery and cake items…

Jharsuguda A Swachh Bharat Abhiyan (Clean India Campaign) program was organized under the leadership of the Youth Red Cross at the Regional Degree College of Kumbharbandh Panchayat, located in Lakhanpur Block of Jharsuguda district. The event was attended by the college principal, Rajkishore Bishwal, Red Cross counselor and lecturer Sunita Barik, former student and social worker Dakeshwar Khamari, along with college faculty members, lecturers, students,…

Cuttack: In a significant ruling, the High Court has stated that candidates holding a two-year B.Ed. degree are eligible for appointment as Junior Teachers. A division bench comprising Chief Justice Arindam Sinha and Justice Mruganka Shekhar Sahoo issued this directive, instructing that the names of the petitioners be included in the provisional selection list for recruitment. The court also set aside an earlier order passed…