Author: Rabindra Sahu

Nabarangpur The district-level National Deworming Day (February round) was inaugurated at Raja Chaitanya Dev Government High School in Nabarangpur. The event was graced by key dignitaries including CDMO Dr. Santosh Kumar Panda, DEO Chhatrapati Sahu, District Social Welfare Officer Draupadi Kahnar, DIPRO Manoj Kumar Behera, and DPM Sushant Kumar Praharaj. CDMO Dr. Panda addressed the students, explaining the purpose of Deworming Day, the benefits of taking…

Baipariguda, Sadhu Mundari, a disable person from Pipalguda village under Chandrapada Panchayat in Baipariguda block, has become self-reliant by driving an auto-rickshaw, turning into an inspiration for others. Sadhu was affected by polio in his childhood, which left one of his legs immobile. However, his self-confidence has made him self-sufficient. Although he managed to complete his primary education with the help of a walking stick, he…

Pallahara, Trilochan Nayak (59), the headmaster of Rugudi Primary School under Saidha Panchayat in Pallahara police limits, Angul district, tragically passed away on Monday morning while on his way to school. Mr. Nayak, who was commuting from his rented house in Udayapur Sahi to the school, stopped briefly near the Saidha Panchayat office to inquire about the procurement date for his paddy at the mandi (market).…

Bhubaneswar, Strict Action on Ration Card e-KYC from the 15th  The process of ration card e-KYC will commence on the 15th of this month. As of now, around 37,85,496 beneficiaries have not completed their e-KYC. Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra has urged these beneficiaries to complete the e-KYC within the next six days. There will be no extension of the e-KYC deadline beyond…

Nabarangpur, 14th February 2025 An electric pole near the Budhi Thakurani Temple in the Ishwar Mandir Sahi area under the Nabarangpur municipality is in a dangerously broken condition. Despite repeated requests from local residents to the electricity department for its repair, the authorities have shown no response, according to complaints. With the electricity department remaining negligent, the public is raising concerns, questioning who will be held…

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the eighth edition of Pariksha Pe Charcha held at Sundar Nursery in New Delhi today. He interacted with students of Class 10 and 12, offering them guidance on board exams while distributing rashi laddu. From discussing the benefits of millets to techniques for maintaining mental calmness, he shared valuable insights with students. Additionally, he advised teachers and…

Nabarangpur: A public grievance hearing camp was conducted under the joint chairmanship of Collector Shubhakara Mahapatra and SP Mihir Kumar Panda. Additional Collector Biswajit Barman and block officials participated in the event, where a beneficiary was provided with a wheelchair. Prominent attendees included Block Chairperson Hemalata Majhi, Vice Chairperson Sushant Behera, Additional Chief Development Officer Jadu Mani Nayak, BDO Kapildev Sahu, Tehsildar Tapan Majhi, and…

Prayagraj: During a press conference, Rayagada DRM Amitabh Singhal provided updates on railway services for the Maha Kumbh Mela. Since January 13, Indian Railways has been operating special train services to facilitate travel to Prayagraj from different parts of the country. Yesterday, 330 trains were running for the Kumbh Mela, carrying approximately 1.3 million passengers. Today, by afternoon, more than 200 trains had already been…

Chhatrapur: A Panchayat Samiti meeting was held at the Block Office Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Kirani Kumari Das. The meeting was attended by MLA Krishna Chandra Nayak, Vice-Chairperson S. Sharada Renghi, BDO Achyutananda Jani, ABDO Jayashree Nayak, and Panchayat Officer Banita Senapati. The MLA advised that development work should be carried out collectively at both the block and panchayat levels. However, despite prior…

Bhubaneswar: Senior leader and former Union Minister Bhakta Charan Das has been appointed as the President of the Odisha Congress. The All India Congress Committee (AICC) announced this through an official statement on Tuesday. Following the party’s dismal performance in the recent general elections in the state, former president Sarat Pattnayak had resigned from the post, leaving the position vacant. Bhakta Charan Das has served…

Bhubaneswar: The state government has made a major announcement for pregnant women in Odisha. If a male child is born, the family will receive Rs10,000, whereas for the birth of a female child, an additional Rs2,000 will be provided, totaling Rs12,000. This financial assistance will be available for up to two children and will be implemented under the combined provisions of the Mamata Yojana and…

Rayagada: 14th February 2025  According to regulations, fire extinguishers must be installed in schools to ensure the safety of students. The government has provided fire extinguishers and related safety equipment to all schools. However, with the summer season approaching, it has been observed that except for a few private schools, most government and private schools in Rayagada district lack these essential fire safety measures. In…

 Manipur: The Government of India has imposed President’s Rule in Manipur following the resignation of Chief Minister N. Biren Singh on February 9, 2025. This decision comes amid ongoing ethnic violence between the Meitei and Kuki communities, which has resulted in over 250 deaths and displaced thousands since 2023. The imposition of President’s Rule means that the state will be directly governed by the central…

Jeypore 14th February 2025: Renowned artist from Koraput district, Gupteswar Panigrahi, has been honored at the Odisha Folk Art Festival 2025. The three-day festival, held in Bonai, Sundargarh district, recognized Panigrahi with a felicitation and citation, presented by MLA Laxman Munda. The event was graced by chief guest BDO Divyashankar Jayapuria, Mahasangha President Chaitanya Paik, satirical poet Devendra Sahu, international sportsperson Santosh Kumar Pradhan, social…

World Radio Day is celebrated on February 13th each year. It was proclaimed by UNESCO in 2011 to recognize the power of radio as a medium for communication, education, and cultural exchange. Each year, UNESCO sets a theme to highlight different aspects of radio’s impact, such as press freedom, diversity, and innovation. Radio remains one of the most accessible and influential forms of media, reaching…

The birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu is celebrated on February 13th every year. She was born in 1879 in Hyderabad and was a prominent freedom fighter, poet, and politician. Her birthday is observed as National Women’s Day in India in recognition of her contributions to women’s rights and the Indian independence movement. Known as the “Nightingale of India,” she played a key role in the…

Puri:  Due to the neglect of Tata Power Central Electricity Distribution Company in fulfilling their demands, hundreds of temporary electricity workers staged a protest by surrounding the Labor Officer’s office on Monday. The United Forum of Puri Employees has issued a warning that if all demands are not met within 15 days, they will launch a work stoppage and electricity shutdown movement. Labor leaders Das,…

Nandahandi:  The Block-level Skill Odisha, Skill India Program was organized on Monday at the Government Upper Primary School in Saruguda, under the Dangar Beja Panchayat of Nandahandi Block. The primary objective of this program was to promote basic literacy and numeracy skills and to prepare teaching materials using low-cost or no-cost resources. The event focused on enhancing the creative knowledge of students and providing them…

Bhubaneswar: The period before the exam is more crucial than the exam itself. Therefore, students should utilize this time effectively while maintaining mental stability and confidence. During exams, there’s no need to feel anxious or fearful. Instead, students should follow their teachers’ guidance and make the best use of their time. Key Highlights: Live broadcast of the “Pariksha Pe Charcha 2025” 8th edition from Unit-1…

Nabarangpur: The district-level National Deworming Day – 2025 (February Round) was inaugurated at Raja Chaitanya Dev Government High School. On this occasion, key officials such as Dr. Santosh Kumar Panda, Chief District Medical Officer (CDMO), Chhatrapati Sahu, District Education Officer, Droupadi Kahnar, District Social Welfare Officer, Manoj Kumar Behera, District Information and Public Relations Officer, and Sushanta Praharaj, DPM of NHM, attended as distinguished guests.…

Bhubaneswar: The state government has increased the salaries of junior (schematic) teachers. The monthly salary has been raised from ₹11,000 to ₹16,000. An official notification regarding this was issued on Wednesday by the School and Mass Education Department. Teachers of primary and upper primary schools will now receive a monthly salary of ₹16,000. The notification also mentions that the salary hike will be effective from today…