Cuttack: To prevent question paper leaks during the matriculation exams, QR codes will be introduced on all question papers along with watermarks and serial numbers. Additionally, AI-powered live streaming will be implemented to monitor the exams effectively. These measures are being taken by the Board of Secondary Education to ensure smooth and secure conduct of the upcoming matric exams. According to officials, 3,314 nodal centers…
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman Set to Announce 6 Major Decisions
New Delhi: The financial blueprint for the fiscal year 2025-26 will soon be presented in Parliament. This will be Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s eighth consecutive budget, and there are expectations of six major announcements. These proposals are likely to be based on three key factors: public needs, BJP’s election promises, and media reports. Key Possible Announcements: 1. Reduction in Fuel Prices: According to sources, the…
Electrical Fault Sparks Fire, Prompting Emergency Response
Umarkote: A massive fire broke out due to an electrical fault. According to reports, the incident occurred in the store room of the Pujariguda Community Health Center in Umarkote block, Nabarangpur district. Around 11 AM, smoke was seen coming out of the storeroom of the medical facility. Medical staff and security guards immediately tried to extinguish the fire but were unsuccessful. The Umarkote Fire Department…
13,166 Students, Boys and Girls Alike, Appear for Mock Test at Single Center
Nabarangpur The Matric Examination will start on the 19th. To prepare the students for this examination, a mock test has been conducted in all schools of the district starting from Tuesday. The exam began simultaneously in all the schools. Matric Exam from the 21st The District Education Officer (DEO) advised headteachers to ensure the participation of absent students in the mock test and to focus…
World Day of the Sick: Promoting Health, Healing, and Hope Across the Globe
World Day of the Sick is observed every year on February 11. It was established by Pope John Paul II in 1992 to offer prayers and support for those suffering from illnesses. The day also coincides with the Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, known for healing miracles. Its purpose is to raise awareness about the importance of caring for the sick and those who…
Celebrating Women and Girls in Science: Shaping the Future of Innovation
The International Day of Women and Girls in Science is celebrated on February 11 every year. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2015. The day aims to promote gender equality and encourage the participation of women and girls in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) fields. Despite progress, women remain underrepresented in many scientific disciplines worldwide. The day highlights the achievements…
Celebrating Safer Internet Day: Tips and Tools to Protect Yourself Online
Happy Safer Internet Day! Safer Internet Day is celebrated worldwide to promote responsible and safe use of the internet. It aims to raise about online security, privacy, and digital well-being. This day is observed every year on the second day of the second week of February. The theme often focuses on creating a better, safer digital environment for everyone. It encourages positive online behavior, especially…
Rescue Teams Save Bear Found Stranded in Field, Providing Immediate Care
Umerkote: A bear was found lying in a field near the forest around 8 AM. Upon spotting the bear, the villagers informed the forest department. The forest officials promptly arrived at the scene and monitored the bear to ensure that it did not get injured or cause harm to anyone. This incident took place near the village of Kabashabhata under the Umerkote block in Nabarangpur…
National Deworming Day 2025: Government Pushes for Improved Health Among Children
Bhubaneswar: On the upcoming 10th of February, National Deworming Day will be observed in 24 districts: Angul, Boudh, Balasore, Bhadrak, Bargarh, Deogarh, Dhenkanal, Ganjam, Gajapati, Jharsuguda, Jajpur, Jagatsinghpur, Khordha, Keonjhar, Koraput, Kendrapara, Malkangiri, Mayurbhanj, Nabarangpur, Nuapada, Puri, Sambalpur, Subarnapur, and Sundargarh. In these districts, all children aged 1–19 years and women of reproductive age (20–24 years) will be administered deworming tablets. In addition, in 6 other…
District Legal Services Authority Hosts Legal Awareness Camp for Public
Nabarangpur: A Legal Awareness Camp was organized by the District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Nabarangpur in the premises of the District Court. The camp focused on topics such as Sexual Harassment at the Workplace and its Prevention, Prohibition, and Redressal Act, 2013, and the Mental Health Act. The event was attended by women legal professionals, para-legal volunteers, panel lawyers, and district court staff. The program…
Farmers Demand Immediate Construction of Cold Storage Facility for Produce
Tentulikhunti: Farmers in Tentulikhunti Block and the bordering Nandahandi Block of Nabarangpur district cultivate a significant amount of perishable crops. Despite growing vegetables like potatoes, onions, tomatoes, cabbages, brinjals, beans, cucumbers, gourds, bitter gourds, and green chilies, farmers are gradually shifting away from these crops due to declining market prices. The absence of cold storage facilities has forced farmers to sell their produce at throwaway…
Liquor Ban Protest: Women Gather Around SP’s Office to Voice Their Demands
Koraput: In a strong protest demanding a liquor ban, a large group of Self-Help Group (SHG) women surrounded Superintendent of Police (SP) Rohit Verma in Koraput. Despite repeated complaints to the Excise Department about the rampant sale of both country-made and foreign liquor in villages, no effective action has been taken. This inaction has led to growing frustration among the SHG women, prompting them to…
Fruits and Blankets Distributed to Patients and Elderly at Old Age Home
Tentulikunti: The alumni of Tentulikunti Bapuji High School distributed fruits to patients undergoing treatment at the local hospital today. Additionally, blankets were distributed to the residents of the local old age home. The alumni also visited their former school, where they paid floral tributes to the statue of a great personality. The 2000 matriculation batch of the school gathered together at Kurmakot Square, where they…
Farewell Felicitation Ceremony for Danaveer Jagat at the Nabarangpur District Collector’s Office
Nabarangpur: A farewell felicitation ceremony was held at the Nabarangpur District Collector’s Office to honor Danaveer Jagat on the occasion of his retirement from government service. During the ceremony, heartfelt prayers were offered for his prosperous and peaceful retired life. The event was graced by dignitaries including District Social Officer Panka Rabindra, District Social Security Officer Sudhanshu Patra, Deputy District Collector Geetanjali Behera, P. Manasmita,…
Cabinet Decision: Major Plans for Hirakud Dam, Rs10,066 Crores to be Spent Over 6 Years
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha state government will spend Rs10,066.38 crores over the next six years (from 2025-26 to 2030-31) for flood control in the Mahanadi River and the efficient management of the Hirakud Dam. With financial assistance from the World Bank and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank, the Cabinet has approved three key projects under the Dam Rehabilitation and Improvement Project (DRIP-3) for the repair, modernization,…
Vande Bharat Sleeper Train Set to Launch Soon After Successful Trial Run
Hyderabad: Good news for train travelers! Passengers will soon be able to embark on long journeys in the Vande Bharat Sleeper Train. Unlike the regular seating coaches, this new Vande Bharat train set is designed with sleeper coaches, offering more comfort for long-distance travel. The trial run of this train has recently been successfully completed between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. According to the Ministry of Railways,…
Floodlights Fail at Barabati Stadium, Fans Chant ‘Chi Chi Chire Nani Chi’ in Response
Cuttack: The Koraputia tribal Desia song ‘Chi Chi Chire Nani Chi’ has gained popularity across the country. This song has been recreated multiple times and uploaded on YouTube. Today, its craze was witnessed at the Barabati Stadium in Cuttack during the day-night ODI match between India and England. While spectators at home were watching the match live on TV, a floodlight malfunction interrupted the game…
New BDO Appointed in Jharigaon Block to Lead Development Initiatives
Nabarangpur: Madhusudan Majhi has assumed his duties as the new Block Development Officer (BDO) of Jharigaon block in Nabarangpur district. Prior to this, he served as the Deputy Collector in Gunupur. Upon joining as the new BDO, he was welcomed with a bouquet by the block office. Ramkrushna Nayak, who was handling additional responsibilities as the BDO of Chandahandi, has now returned to his original…
Dense Fog Warning Issued as Night Temperatures Plummet Across Four Districts
Bhubaneswar: Cold and dry winds from the northwest have entered the state. As a result, over the past three days, the minimum temperatures in some cities have dropped by more than 9°C. Winter conditions have returned to districts like Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Keonjhar, Sambalpur, Angul, Kandhamal, Boudh, Subarnapur, and Koraput. In Rourkela, the minimum temperature has dropped to 8.8°C. On February 6, Rourkela recorded a minimum…
Stay Safe, Stay Secure: National Seat Belt Day Focuses on Preventing Road Injuries
The Invention of the Seat Belt on February 10, 1885! How It Became the Most Essential Vehicle Safety Feature – Know the Details ???? Today, cars come equipped with numerous important safety features. Various technologies are used to ensure the safety of both passengers inside the car and pedestrians outside. Modern cars are even designed with advanced systems to detect and protect pedestrians walking along…
National Deworming Day: A Step Toward Healthier Communities and Stronger Futures
National Deworming Day is observed across the country on February 10. Through this initiative, the overall health, nutritional status, education, and quality of life of children can be improved. This day was launched in 2015 by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India. The objective of this day is to deworm all children aged 1 to 19 years through government/government-aided/private schools and Anganwadi…