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…
State Govt Announces Rs12,000 for Girl Birth, Rs10,000 for Boy to Promote Gender Equality
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…
Hundreds of Schools at Risk Due to Lack of Fire Safety Measures
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…
President’s Rule Imposed in Manipur Amid Political Uncertainty
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…
Gupteswar Panigrahi Receives Prestigious Honor at Kala Mahotsav 2025
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…
Celebrating World Radio Day: The Timeless Power of Sound and Storytelling!
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…
National Women’s Day: Honoring Sarojini Naidu on Her Birth Anniversary
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…
Temporary Electricity Workers Protest, Surround Labor Officer’s Office
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,…
Skill Odisha, Skill India Program Expands to Block Level for Workforce Empowerment
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…
CM Assures Matric Students: ‘Don’t Worry, Follow Teachers’ Advice’
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…
National Deworming Day Observed in Nabarangpur to Promote Child Health
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.…
Good News for Junior Teachers: Salaries Set to Increase
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…
MLAs Go Digital: Paperwork Replaced by Tablets in Legislative Sessions
Bhubaneswar: MLAs are set to go smart. In the Odisha Legislative Assembly, MLAs will no longer rely on paper; instead, they will read from tablets. This arrangement has been made by the Assembly Secretariat. Tablets have been installed in front of the seats of all 147 MLAs. The third session of the 17th Legislative Assembly will commence on February 13 and continue in two phases until…
Matsya-Prani Sammavesh Odisha-2025’: Grand Conclave to Boost Fishery & Livestock Sectors
Bhubaneswar: A state-level event titled ‘Matsya-Prani Sammavesh Odisha-2025’ is set to be organized. In this context, a press conference was held on Wednesday at the auditorium of the Veterinary College. During the press meet, Odisha’s Minister of Fisheries and Animal Resources, Gokulananda Mallik, participated and unveiled the event’s logo and mascot. The minister also shared detailed information about the event with the media. He mentioned…
Woman Fatally Attacked by Bull; Caretakers Capture Aggressive Animal
Bhubaneswa: A bull attacked and killed a woman and injured several others. Initially, the Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) ignored public complaints but eventually took action after the situation escalated. A special team from BMC was deployed to capture the aggressive bull. The bull’s rampage in the outskirts of Bhubaneswar caused panic among locals, leading them to block roads in protest, which finally compelled BMC to…
Dharmendra Pradhan Urges Mass Movement for TB-Free Awareness in Dhenkanal
Dhenkanal, Tuberculosis (TB) is not a complex disease and can be completely eradicated with modern medical treatment. However, patients need to face the disease with patience and courage. Based on this principle, Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has called for transforming the TB-free program in Dhenkanal district into a mass movement through public awareness campaigns. To make Dhenkanal TB-free, Pradhan has urged senior citizens, youth…
Odisha CM Announces Mid-Day Meals for 9th and 10th Grade Students
Bhubaneswar: Now, students of 9th and 10th grades will also receive mid-day meals. The state government will soon arrange this in all government high schools. Not just that, the cooking cost per student for the mid-day meal will be increased by ₹1. This important announcement was made by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Tuesday. Over 10 Lakh Students to Benefit Previously, the mid-day meal…
Boney Kapoor and Arjun Kapoor Meet Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi at Legislative Assembly
Bhubaneswar: Famous film producer Boney Kapoor and actor Arjun Kapoor met with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today at the Odisha Legislative Assembly premises. During the courtesy meeting, Mr. Kapoor extended an invitation to the Chief Minister to attend the upcoming Celebrity Cricket League in Odisha as the chief guest. Mr. Kapoor stated that Odisha has vast natural beauty and adequate facilities for film shooting.…
Traffic Restrictions Imposed in Bhubaneswar Ahead of Legislative Assembly Session
Bhubaneswar: Traffic restrictions have been imposed in Bhubaneswar by the Commissionerate Police for the upcoming Legislative Assembly session. Public Notice The third session of the 17th Legislative Assembly will be held in two phases from 13.02.2025 to 05.04.2025. The first phase will run from 13.02.2025 to 21.02.2025, The second phase will be from 07.03.2025 to 05.04.2025. In view of vehicle movement and security during the…
Nabarangpur District Takes Steps to Fill Vacant BEO Positions
Nabarangpur: The Department of School and Mass Education has issued transfer orders for Block Education Officers (BEOs) to various blocks. As per the directive from the Joint Secretary (Letter No. 35753), the transfer orders were released on Tuesday. In Nabarangpurdistrict, the BEO positions in Nandahandi, Tentulikhunti, Dabugaon, and Kosagumuda blocks were previously vacant. Reports had earlier indicated that officials serving as BEOs in other blocks…
Biswajit Barman Takes Charge as Additional District Collector of Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur: Biswajit Barman has officially assumed charge as the Additional District Collector of Nabarangpur. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Barman served as the Joint Secretary in the Odisha State Human Rights Commission. After taking over his new responsibilities, Mr. Barman sought the cooperation of all government officials and employees of the district administration. He emphasized the importance of effectively implementing various developmental schemes and ensuring…