Kotpad, 15th Nov 2025: The KPL Season 6 cricket tournament has officially begun today at the indoor stadium in Kotpad, which was beautifully decorated for the occasion. The event saw participation from cricket enthusiasts and local dignitaries, including Kotpad NAC President M. Shankar Rao, Vice President M. Santoshi, all ward members, Akil Sangh President Mani Prasad Pattnayak, Biren Bishoi, Bharat Media Association Chairman Ajay Kumar…
Nuakhai Meet-and-Greet Program Scheduled in Telanpali
Jharasangh,15th Nov 2025: The Baba Paschim Meswar Youth Association is organizing a Nuakhai meet-and-greet program on Sunday, November 9, 2025, in the evening at the Telanpali Mangal Bazar grounds. The event will feature the Sambalpuri Orchestra led by Umakant Barik, with distinguished guests including Dr. Ram Chandani and Padmashree Haldhar Nag. Local residents are invited to participate in this festive gathering.
East Coast Railway Achieves Record Freight Transport Milestone
Bhubaneswar, 15th Nov 2025: The East Coast Railway has set a new milestone in freight transportation by achieving its highest loading and unloading performance for the periods of October 2025 and April–October 2025. This marks the highest-ever freight record in the history of the East Coast Railway. In October 2025, the railway transported 23.58 million tonnes (MT) of goods, the highest for any October in…
Panchayat Residents Petition District Collector Against Proposed NAC Inclusion
Jeypore, 15th Nov 2025: The residents of Charangul Gram Panchayat in Semiliguda block of Koraput district have strongly opposed the proposal to bring their panchayat under the Notified Area Council (NAC) and approached the District Collector to register their protest. According to Sarpanch Phulmati Pujari, the state administration had proposed to the government that Charangul Panchayat be included in the Notified Area Council. However, the…
Circuit Court Inaugurated at Kotpad Court Complex
Jeypore, 15th Nov 2025: The Circuit Court has been inaugurated at the Kotpad Court Complex in Koraput district following the directions of the Honorable High Court. It is reported that the inauguration was conducted under the supervision of District Judge Shri Pradeep Kumar Mahant. The first-class judicial officer, Shri Trijiv Kumar Nanda, was present at the event. It was mentioned that the establishment of this…
97th Birth Anniversary of Late Raghunath Patnaik Celebrated in Jeypore
Jeypore, 15th Nov 2025: When one speaks about Koraput, the name of the late Raghunath Patnaik comes to mind first. Late Patnaik was a prominent Indian politician and a senior leader of the Indian National Congress. He was well-known in Koraput district, Odisha, as a “good-hearted politician.” From a very young age, he actively participated in politics and dedicated himself continuously to public service. Over…
District-Level Mandia Day Celebrated with Enthusiasm
Jeypore, 15th Nov 2025: The observance of Mandia (Millet) Day began in 2022. Every year, the first Thursday of the month of Margasira is celebrated as Mandia Day. The main objective of this celebration is to promote the widespread use of millets, which are beneficial for both the environment and human health. Today being the first Thursday of Margasira, the district-level Mandia Day was celebrated…
State Government’s Land Reform Policy Change Widely Welcomed
Nabarangpur, 15th Nov 2025: The Odisha Revenue Officials’ Association has welcomed the State Government’s decision to modify its land reform policy. The Association’s President Lokeshwar Sahu, Chairman Tripati Balaji Sahu, General Secretary Naresh Chandra Mohapatra, Working President Prasanna Kumar Nayak, and Advisor Kailash Chandra Dash have thanked the government for this historic step. They have also requested the creation of necessary new posts in the…
Teachers Should Not Be Assigned Non-Teaching Duties, Say Education Officials
Bhubaneswar, 15th Nov 2025: The education system in the state is in complete disarray. Students of Class 5 are unable to recognize letters. The government is responsible for this situation. Schools face a severe shortage of teachers. In many schools, a single teacher is handling the entire school. Despite this, the state government continues to deploy teachers for various non-teaching activities. The Odisha Parents’ Federation…
Odisha Shivers as Cold Wave Intensifies Across the State
Bhubaneswar, 15th Nov 2025: Odisha is shivering under intense cold. Even before evening sets in, the chill is being strongly felt. In many places of northern interior Odisha, night temperatures have dropped 5 to 7 degrees below normal. Similarly, several locations in coastal Odisha and parts of interior districts are witnessing night temperatures 3 to 4 degrees below normal. Overall, most places across the state…
Field Visit Program Successfully Organized in Jeypore
Koraput , 15th Nov 2025: A special field visit program was organized today in the scenic land of Koraput—known for its beautiful hills and refreshing climate—by Advanta Company. In this region, popularly called the “Kashmir of Odisha”, the progress of farmers became clearly visible today through the demonstration of Advanta’s paddy seeds. A total of 24 certified dealers and 3 distributors participated in the program.…
Discussion Meeting on AMRUT Scheme 2.0 in View of Population Growth Jeypore,
Jeypore, 15th Nov 2025: A discussion meeting was held with various departmental officials regarding the implementation of AMRUT Scheme 2.0, keeping in view the increasing population. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of District Collector Manoj Satyaban Mahajan. Organized by the Housing and Urban Development Department, the discussion saw the participation of District Council Chief Development Officer and Executive Officer Benudhar Sabdabar, Koraput Divisional…
Koraput MLA Inaugurates Newly Built Daily Market
Jeypore . 15th Nov 2025: During his visit to the Baipariguda block of Koraput district, the MLA held discussions with party workers and government officials regarding various issues of the block. For many years, Baipariguda town did not have a designated daily market, forcing local traders to set up makeshift stalls along the National Highway. As a result, frequent traffic congestion and minor to major…
Encroachments Cleared from National Highway in Jeypore Town
Jeypore, 15th Nov 2025: In the Jeypore town area of Koraput district, many traders from outside the state as well as local vendors had illegally occupied portions of the National Highway by setting up mobile stands and various types of roadside shops. This encroachment caused inconvenience to the general public by obstructing the smooth flow of traffic. It also created serious traffic issues and hindered…
Tumusinga Police Station Conducts Cyber Security Awareness Program
Dhenkanal, 15th Nov 2025: Under the direction of the Dhenkanal District Police, a Cyber Security Awareness Program was organized at the premises of Tumusinga Panchasakha High School by Tumusinga Police Station Officer-in-Charge Mansabani Mohanty. Sub-Divisional Police Officer Rajanikant Samal attended as the Chief Guest and inaugurated the program. Senior social workers Pramod Prasad Nanda, Meenaketan Nayak, SMC Chairman of the school Akshaya Kumar Sahu, President…
Traffic Post at Bhubaneswar AG Square to Be Removed: Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan
Bhubaneswar, 15th Nov 2025: Law minister Prithviraj Harichandan announces removal of AG chowk traffic post . information from law minister Prithviraj Harichandan .A two-level road will be constructed. Roads will be built both underground and above ground. The preliminary DPR has been prepared, said Prithviraj. 20 new roads will be constructed to solve the traffic problem. All work of the OBCC will be made paperless.
BSE Odisha Releases Important Notification: Application Process Begins for OAVET-2026 and OMAVET-2026
Bhubaneswar, 14th Nov 2025: As per Notification No. 2001/OAV dated 11.11.2025 issued by the Board of Secondary Education, Odisha (BSE Odisha), online applications are invited for admission into all Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas (OAVs) and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas (OMAVs) across the state for the academic year 2026–27. Through this online application process — Students can apply for direct admission to Class VI, and For lateral entry…
Koraput Shivers in Winter Chill; Lakshmipur Sees Sharp Drop in Temperature
Koraput, 14th Nov 2025: Koraput Is Shivering in Winter; Lakshmipur Reels Under Intense Cold Wave . The plateau region has been experiencing sharp temperature drops for several days, forcing residents to stay indoors during early mornings and late evenings. Biting Chill Grips Koraput Plateau; Lakshmipur Faces Severe Cold Conditions Continuous cold winds and clear skies are accelerating the drop in temperature, making daily activities increasingly difficult. Lakshmipur Freezes…
64 Students Selected from Rayagada for State-Level “Surabhi” Festival
Kolnara, 14th Nov 2025: A total of 64 students from Rayagada district, accompanied by 16 guide teachers, have departed for Bhubaneswar to participate in the upcoming State-Level Children’s Festival “Surabhi”, which will be held from November 12 to 14. A bus carrying students from different schools under the District Education Office (DEO) reached Kasturba Gandhi Girls’ School, Kolnara, where it picked up additional students before…
Umerkote Shivers as Cold Wave Intensifies
Umerkote, 14th Nov 2025: The region is gripped by intense cold. People are avoiding stepping out of their homes. The town remains wrapped in a blanket of winter chill from morning till night, disrupting daily life. Due to the severe cold, people are shivering. In Umerkote of Nabarangpur district, it has become difficult to go outdoors. After 6 p.m., the temperature drops sharply, and people…
District Collectors and SP Conference Scheduled for 18th and 19th
Bhubaneswar, 14th Nov 2025: The District Collectors and SP Conference will be held on 18th and 19th. The two-day District Collectors’ Conference will be held at the Lokseva Convention Center. Accordingly, a letter has been sent by the Department of General Administration and Public Grievances to all Commissioners of Revenue Divisions and all District Collectors.