Author: Rabindra Sahu

Hinjilicut: Twenty-two years have passed in the blink of an eye. Over this period, the state government has changed multiple times. However, the unfortunate reality remains that the farmers’ market in Hinjilicut, the second-largest city in Ganjam district, built at a cost of ₹68.92 lakh, has never been put to use. Even today, while farmers across the state search for proper markets to sell their…

Balitutha: The unnatural deaths of the rare Olive Ridley turtles, which come to the coast for nesting, have become a serious concern. This situation has arisen due to the negligence of employees under the Kujang Forest Division. Additionally, the unnatural deaths of various rare wildlife species in the forests near the Jatadhara River mouth on both sides have also raised concerns. These include deer, wild…

Koraput: Health conditions are deteriorating due to various factors. From children to the elderly, everyone is now concerned about their well-being. Changing lifestyles, food adulteration, fast food, and junk food consumption are leading to multiple diseases. Amidst this, Shankar Rao has become a friend to the people by opening a health-beneficial herbal juice stall. Good for Health, Just Rs20 Per Glass A small stall has…

Jeypore: The Jagannath Sagar and Neelkanth Sagara lakes have dried up as restoration work is ongoing, leaving no water in both reservoirs. The situation is similar in the Govardhan Munda pond. The Sati River has turned into a trickle, and nearby water sources have dried up. Due to the impact of climate change and insufficient rainfall infiltration into the ground, groundwater levels in Jeypore city…

Papdahandi / Nabarangpur – The annual festival of Lal Bahadur High School, Papdahandi, was celebrated with great enthusiasm. District Education Officer (DEO) Chhatrapati Sahu attended as the chief guest. He advised the students to strive for success in the matriculation board examination and encouraged them to use their education for social service. Among the esteemed guests were Additional District Education Officer (ADEO) Dr. Resham Lal…

Nabarangpur: A training and demonstration program on the CARI organic fertilizer model was organized in Badakumari village, Umerkote, by the Odisha Agriculture Department. Dr. Upendra Kumar is the chief researcher of this project. The Odisha government has emphasized the importance of organic fertilizers while highlighting the harmful effects of chemical fertilizers. The program was coordinated by Dr. Upendra Kumar, a senior scientist from CRRI, and…

Bhubaneswar: In a welcome move, the Odisha government has decided to increase the monthly salary of junior teachers (schematic) by ₹4,900. According to the proposal, after careful consideration, the government has increased the salaries of junior teachers working in primary and upper primary schools under the Samagra Shiksha Abhiyan. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond announced the decision on social media platform X, stating…

Papadahandi, Nabarangpur: A car lost control and fell into a bamboo forest near Jhitakuguda in Papadahandi block of Nabarangpur district on Wednesday. The car was traveling from Sambalpur to Malkangiri when the driver dozed off near Jhitakuguda, causing the vehicle to go off the road and into the bamboo forest. The front part of the car sustained damage, but no serious injuries were reported

Nabarangpur: In a shocking revelation, taxpayers and government employees in Nabarangpur district have been found illegally holding ration cards and availing free rice meant for the poor. State-level data has exposed how many well-off individuals in the district have been wrongfully benefiting from food security schemes, depriving the truly needy of their rights. There is now a demand for action against these ineligible beneficiaries and…

Borigumma: Under the leadership of Borigumma BJP Mandal President Bighneshwar Shadangi, Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay’s Punya Tithi was observed as Samarpan Diwas at the Dak Bungalow in Borigumma. During the event, district vice president Smt. Basanti Satapathy, as the chief speaker, highlighted the life and contributions of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay. As part of the program, the former BJP Mandal president Raj Singh officially handed over responsibilities…

Baipariguda: Shri Srinivas Rao, the owner of Andha Hotel in Baipariguda Sadar Subdivision, narrowly escaped falling victim to cyber fraud due to his presence of mind. According to reports, yesterday evening, Srinivas Rao, who runs a hotel at Baipariguda main square, received a call from an unknown number. The fraudster, posing as a customer, spoke in Hindi and placed an order for 15 rotis, 2…

Dabugaon: Students from the Dabugaon Government New Panchayat High School, who are pursuing Information and Technology education, visited the Dabugaon Community Health Center today. Since 2016, the school has been providing vocational education, offering courses in Information Technology and Retail. As part of the curriculum, a technical visit was conducted this morning. A total of 80 students from Class 9 and Class 10 studying Information…

Sambalpur: This time, it’s not just cities or suburban areas, but rural tourist destinations that will be developed. The Odisha government has officially recognized 20 new tourist spots across the state. In an announcement today, the Odisha Tourism Department confirmed that two major tourist sites from Sambalpur district have been selected—Bhima Mandali in Naktideul and Debajharan Waterfall near Jujumura. Following the recent announcement by Deputy…

Dabugaon: Two months ago, the three-wheeler scooter of Dibyanga (disabled person) Barun Das (32), a resident of Chatiguda village under Dabugaon police station, was set on fire by miscreants. Despite filing a police complaint, the accused have not yet been arrested. Barun Das, a resident of Chatiguda (DNK) village, lives with his mother, wife, son, and daughter. His mother and he survive on government assistance,…

Jeypore: At the Odisha Folk Art Festival 2025, held for three days in Banaigarh, Sundargarh district, renowned Koraput-based artist, stage performer, All India Radio artist, film actor, and member of the State Folk Art Resource Committee, Shri Gupteswar Panigrahi, was honored as a distinguished guest. The Honorable MLA of Banaigarh, Shri Lakshman Munda, who has been recognized as one of India’s best legislators, presented Gupteswar…

Bhubaneswar,: Adarsha Vidyalayas currently have a quota for MLAs, allowing them to recommend the admission of two students. Today, a demand was raised in the State Assembly to abolish this quota. BJD MLA Pratap Keshari Deb stated that MLAs receive numerous applications for recommendations, making it difficult to select only two students. As a result, the remaining 20 applicants feel disappointed. Increasing the MLA quota…

Nandapur: The Ashtaprahar Naam Yagna was organized by Paduva Police Station under Nandapur Block, creating a unique spiritual atmosphere that fostered community bonding. The event was held under the supervision of Station Officer Ashok Kumar Bishoi in the premises of Trinath Temple in front of the police station. Key organizers included Temple Management Committee President Ghanashyam Burudi, Secretary Purnachandra Khl, Tumanath Khemundu, Nidha Lakei, SI…

Bhubaneswar: The Odia language has a rich collection of traditional sayings and folk stories, known as Dhagadhamali, which are passed down through generations. These sayings are not just amusing but also serve as tools for social reform. For example, when a husband humorously taunts his wife, he might say, “I pulled you out of the river when you were drowning, and now you dare talk…

Indravati: A management committee meeting was held at PM Shri Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Khatiguda, Tentulikhunti Block, which has been operational since 2001. The meeting was presided over by the school chairman, Ratnakar Sahu, and the chief guest was Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Maheshwar Chandra Nayak. The chairman welcomed the ADM and conducted the proceedings. ADM Nayak emphasized the importance of quality education and assured…

Kotpad: A taluka-level legal awareness camp was organized at Kotpad ITI. The camp was held under the chairmanship of First-Class Magistrate Trijib Kumar Nanda, where students were made aware of road safety and accident-related compensation. Among others, Bar Association President Pankaj Kumar Patra, Vice President Pradeep Bakshi, former President Mani Patnaik, Government Advocate Kishore Mishra, and Joint Secretary Mukteshwar Nayak provided awareness on various legal…

New Delhi: While digital transactions are being promoted in India, service charges are gradually being introduced. Earlier, platforms like PhonePe and Paytm had imposed UPI (Unified Payments Interface) fees on digital bill payments for electricity and cooking gas. Now, Google Pay has also joined them. Previously, small-value transactions did not attract any charges. However, now, if bills are paid using debit or credit cards, a…