Kardamal, Feb, 17: A large BJD workers’ conference along with a friendship gathering was held today at Karchhamal village under Kosagumuda block of Nabarangpur district. Workers of the party from all 16 panchayats of the block participated in the program. Among the senior BJD leaders of the district who attended were former MP Ramesh Majhi, Rajya Sabha MP Sad Munna Khan, district president and Dabugam…
District Collector Reviews Paddy Procurement Arrangements
Ganjam, Feb, 16: A review meeting on paddy procurement in Ganjam district was held at Chhatrapur under the chairmanship of the District Collector. During the meeting, the Collector reviewed the procurement progress with officials from various blocks. It was informed that, compared to last year, about 15 percent more paddy has been procured so far this year in the district. The District Collector also asked all…
Exams to Be Held in Fearless, Peaceful and Transparent Environment
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 16: Students will be able to appear for the examination in a fearless and peaceful environment, and the entire examination process will remain fully transparent. Through this meeting, all officials associated with the conduct of the examination will be given the necessary guidelines, sources from the Board said. ONL Bureau: To ensure smooth and well-organized conduct of the upcoming Matric Examination–2026, a preparatory meeting…
Cluster-Level Meeting Held at Khukundia High School, Munigadi
Munigadi, Feb, 16: A cluster-level meeting was conducted at Khukundia High School under Bangarada Panchayat of Gangapur police station area. The meeting was chaired by CRCC Ranjita Patra. It began with the ceremonial lighting of the lamp by Headmaster Bhagaban Swain. Headmasters and teachers including Jayaram Behera, Alaka Panda, Rita Behera, Rajendra Pradhan, Banshidhar Parida, assistant teachers Gitanjali Das, Pushpanjali Behera, Sangeeta Manjari Satpathy, Mamata…
12 Proposals of 10 Departments Approved in Key Decision
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 16: 12 Proposals of 10 Departments Approved Rs 362 crore approved for a diversion system under the Water Resources Department. Approval granted for formation of the “Odisha Culture Development Service Cadre.” A Super Alloy Project will be set up at Gajamara in Dhenkanal district. Aerospace and defence equipment manufacturing units will be established. More than 12,000 employment opportunities are expected to be created. State…
Naresh Chandra Sabar Joins as Additional District Magistrate (Revenue) in Koraput
Koraput, Feb, 16: In Koraput district, the new Additional District Magistrate (Revenue), Naresh Chandra Sabar, has joined his post. He took charge from Janardana Dalai. After assuming responsibility, district officials welcomed him with bouquets and extended their greetings.
Koraput District Collector Reviews Project Works During Field Visit
Koraput, Feb, 16: The Koraput District Collector visited several project sites under Semiliguda block and reviewed the progress of works. The inspection covered the Badatemar paved road constructed with District Mineral Fund support, an Ayushman Arogya Mandir, a Forest Protection Committee building, the Doliambar coffee nursery, an Amrit Sarovar built at the foothills of Kokriguda hill, the Subhadra Shakti Kendra at Daleiguda Gram Panchayat, a market…
Beneficiaries Directed to Start Housing Work Within 7 Days
Baipariguda, Feb, 16:The block administration has become active after reports revealed that more than 800 houses sanctioned under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana remain incomplete in Baipariguda block. Beneficiaries who have received housing approvals have been directed to begin construction within seven days. It was found that although several beneficiaries had already withdrawn installment funds meant for house construction, they had not started the work.…
Odisha Legislative Assembly Members’ Salaries May Be Reduced
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 16: The bill on increasing the salaries of MLAs may be reconsidered. The bill could come up for review during the current Assembly session. This information was given by Committee Chairman Bhaskar Madhei. “MLAs had submitted a written proposal to the Chief Minister seeking reconsideration,” he said. Various social organizations and members of the public had criticized the proposed salary hike. The bill may…
Annual Function Celebrated at Suryapur Government Upper Primary School, Kothar
Kothar, Feb, 16:The annual function of Suryapur Government Upper Primary School under Dhusuri Panchayat was celebrated with enthusiasm. The meeting was presided over by freedom fighter Ramhari Goswami. Dhusuri Sarpanch Antaryami Pati attended as the chief guest. The chief speaker was retired headmaster and poet Pandit Nrusingha Charan Nayak. Among the distinguished guests were Dhusuri Education Resource Coordinator Abhaya Sahu, retired teacher Nirod Behera, retired…