Bhubaneswar, 17th Nov 2025: Janjatiya Gaurav Divas, the sacred birth anniversary of Bhagwan Birsa Munda. He was the living symbol of struggle for the interest, dignity, and identity of the Adivasi community. Therefore, he is forever revered in Adivasi society as Bhagwan and Dharti Aaba (Father of the Earth). On the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of this great personality, I, on behalf of the…
Umerkote Premier League Reaches Final Stage
Umerkote, 17th Nov 2025: The Umerkote Premier League has entered its final stage. On the last day today, the first semi-final was played between H-D-Bulls and Jharsuguda Little Stars. In the match, The Bulls entered the finals by defeating Saanvi XI Balangir, while Jharsuguda Little Stars secured their place in the finals by beating Kondagaon XI by 8 wickets. So far, the best batsman of the…
Special OTET Results Released: 48,153 Teachers Qualify
Cuttack,17th Nov 2025: The results of the Special Teacher Eligibility Test (Special OTET), conducted on September 27 for in-service teachers, were released today. A total of 75,403 candidates had applied for OTET Paper-1 and Paper-2 conducted by the Board of Secondary Education, and 72,413 candidates appeared for the exam. Out of these, 48,153 teachers have passed, with a pass percentage of 66.5%. Among the 29,004…
Surya Banshi Suraj Visits Chandragiri’s Renowned Buddhist Temple in Gajapati
Gajapati, 17th Nov 2025: Surya Banshi Suraj visited the famous Buddhist temple at Chandragiri near Jiranga in Mohana block of Gajapati district. Known as the second-largest Buddhist temple in South Asia, this temple reflects Tibetan art and culture. The education system of the local Guru Padma Sambhava School has earned a distinguished reputation. Recognized as one of the major spiritual tourist destinations of Odisha, the serene…
Chandahandi Hosts First Block-Level Fisheries and Animal Resources Fair–2025
Chandahandi, 17th Nov 2025: For the first time, a block-level Fisheries and Animal Resources Fair–2025 was organized at Chandahandi in Nabarangpur, which was inaugurated by the Panchayat Samiti Chairperson, Smt. Sumitra Pujhari. Eight leading farmers were honored at the fair, and the department’s twelve exhibition stalls became the center of attraction.”
Decision Taken to Submit Articles and Poems by the 25th
Nabarangpur, 17th Nov 2025: The first meeting of the Nabarangpur Mandei 2025 Souvenir and Poetry Recitation Committee was held on Monday under the chairmanship of Nabarangpur District Development Officer Biranchi Narayan Darwan at the Zilla Parishad conference hall. Out of the 19 committee members, 14 were present. Vice-Chairperson Muna Tripathy gave the introductory note. It was decided that for this year’s 2025 souvenir, articles and poems…
Six IAS Trainees Visit Dabugaon for Field Study
Dabugaon, 17th Nov 2025: Out of the 12 Indian Administrative Service (IAS) trainees who arrived in Nabarangpur district from the Mussoorie Training Centre in Uttarakhand, six trainees reached Ghodakhunta Government High School in Dabugaon block on Monday. BDO Sarat Majhi introduced all of them. The trainees are Mudita Bansal, Javed Mev, Kaushik V., Saksham Bhatia, Muskan Sharma, and Vishal Meher. The BDO briefed them about the…
Businessman Falls Victim to Cyber Fraud in Umerkote
Umerkote, 17th Nov 2025: A businessman from Umerkote has reportedly fallen victim to a cyber fraud. It has been learned that a cyber fraudster created a fake Facebook ID in the name of “Lakshmi Medical” of Umerkote and posted advertisements claiming that TVs, refrigerators, and ACs would be provided at low prices. The fraudster was also calling people based on this post. After seeing the post,…
Garage Destroyed in Midnight Fire in Umerkote
Umerkote,17th Nov 2025: A garage located on Kandagaon Road in Umerkote town of Nabarangpur district caught fire at midnight on Sunday and was completely gutted. The garage, which was made of wood, was entirely destroyed in the blaze. According to reports, the owner, Biswajit Tarafdar, had closed the garage at night and left. However, around midnight, the garage caught fire. Due to some burnt mobile oil…
Jeypore MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati Shows Signs of Recovery After Illness
Jeypore, 17th Nov 2025: After a few days of illness, the Jeypore MLA Shri Tara Prasad Bahinipati is gradually recovering. His improving health has brought relief to supporters, well-wishers, and residents across the region. Doctors have advised him to take adequate rest and continue medication for a full recovery. Local leaders and community members are expressing their heartfelt prayers and wishing him strength during this time. On…
District Collector Visits Ambelibeda and Naringijhola, Stresses Regional Development
Korukonda. 17th Nov 2025: The District Collector visited Ambelibeda and Naringijhola in the Korukonda block. During this visit, the District Collector emphasized the importance of regional development and tourism. He instructed officials to prepare a plan to develop Ambelibeda village as a model (modern) village. For Naringijhola, he suggested developing it as a tourist destination with tribal cottages, viewpoints, and boating facilities.
Shreya Ghoshal Meets Indian Idol Contestant Jyoti Prakash Ojha in Cuttack
Cuttack, 17th Nov 2025: Famous singer Shreya Ghosal met Indian Idol contestant and Cuttack native Jyoti Prakash Ojha during her visit to Cuttack. Shreya embraced Jyoti like a younger brother, affectionately inquiring about his happiness and struggles.
Tumudibandh Hosts First-Ever Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Fair–2025
Tumudibandh, 17th Nov 2025: For the first time, the Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Fair–2025 was inaugurated in Tumudibandh block of Kandhamal district by the respected Panchayat Samiti Chairperson, Smt. Basanti Majhi. At the fair, modern techniques, awareness programs, and scheme facilities were showcased for fish farmers and livestock keepers. Successful entrepreneurs were honored by the department.
57th Meeting of the District Council Held Successfully
Koraput, 17th Nov 2025: The 57th meeting of the Koraput District Council was held at the Local Goodwill Auditorium. The meeting, presided over by District Council Chairperson Sasmita Meleka, was attended by District Collector Manoj Satyavan Mahajan, Koraput MLA Raghuram Machha, Pattangi MLA Ramchandra Kadam, Laxmipur MLA Pavitra Saunta, and Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra, among others.
High Alert Issued in Puri; Security Tightened at Shri Jagannath Temple
Puri, 17th Nov 2025: Following a major car explosion near Lal Kila in the national capital New Delhi, a high alert has been issued in Puri on Monday. Security arrangements at the Shri Jagannath Temple have been significantly strengthened. Tight security checks are being conducted at all four entrance gates of the temple. Bomb disposal squads and sniffer dogs are patrolling around the temple, while security…
Parents Must Be Aware of Their Responsibilities, Experts Emphasize
Nabarangpur, 17th Nov 2025: A meeting of parents was held at Saraswati Shishu Gyan Mandir. A large number of parents attended the gathering. The program began with prayers, songs, and musical performances, followed by lighting of the ceremonial lamp. Mrs. P. Anusuya Patra lit the lamp and welcomed all parents on behalf of the school. In her welcome speech, she emphasized that if parents do…
Athagarh Patna to Be Declared a Heritage Village
Brahmapur , 17th Nov 2025: Athagarh Patna in the Kabisurjyanagar block is set to be declared a heritage village. This village is the birthplace of the poet Kabisurjya Baladev Rath. The state government has been identifying heritage villages and granting them official recognition. It has also been proposed that the birthplace of Kabisurjya Rath receive similar recognition. This was announced on Saturday at a press…
Kamadhenu Cow Care Trust Holds Meeting in Kendujhar on Cow Protection
Kendujhar, 17th Nov 2025: A review meeting of the Kamadhenu Cow Care Trust was held at the Shaheed Sadan Auditorium in Kendujhar with trust members and intellectuals in attendance. The program began with veteran Dr. Arun Sahu performing prayers to Goddess Tarini, a revered deity in Kendujhar. The meeting was chaired by Monalisa Dash, a trustee of the Kamadhenu Trust. During the meeting, discussions focused…
District-Level Millet Day Observed with a Call to Include Millet on Every Plate
Kendujhar, 17th Nov 2025: The District-level Millet Day 2025 was celebrated at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK), Kendujhar. During the discussion sessions, special emphasis was placed on the role of women in preserving agricultural heritage and biodiversity. The program was organized under the chairmanship of District Chief Agriculture Officer Satyaban Soren. Six farmers from Kendujhar were awarded for their excellence in millet cultivation. Niku Sahu,…
SBI Branch to Open Soon in Raikala
Kendujhar, 17th Nov 2025: A State Bank of India (SBI) branch is set to open in Raikala, the village of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, bringing banking services closer to the local people. Earlier, residents had to travel to Jhumpura for banking services. With the opening of this branch, people from Raikala and nearby villages will be able to open accounts, use ATM services, and…
12th Battalion Officers Hold Mass Singing of “Vande Mataram”
Nabarangpur, 17th Nov 2025: At Nabarangpur, the officers of the 12th Battalion held a mass singing of “Vande Mataram” today to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the national song. Commandant Nand Kishore Kumar Prasad attended as the chief guest and spoke in detail about the significance of “Vande Mataram” and its contribution to India’s freedom struggle. The program was also attended by Second-in-Command Rajesh Kumar…