Tentulikhunti, Feb, 13: The inaugural programme of Sampurnata Abhiyan–Phase II was held today within the premises of Tentulikhunti Block. The event was attended by Panchayat Samiti Chairperson Nilendri Nayak, MP Representative Santosh Kumar Patra, Mandal President (Zone 1) Abhimanyu Harijan, Mandal President (Zone 2) Prashant Nayak, Tentulikhunti Block Development Officer (BDO) Manoj Panigrahi, Aspirational Block Director Aiswarya Bhanj, Deputy Director Brajabandhu Nayak, Project Director Bikram…
Prabhakar Naik of Sinapali Sets Inspiring Example of Humanity
Sinapali,Feb, 13: Humanity is still alive. Proving this not just in words but through action, ASI Prabhakar Naik of Sinapali Police Station has set a remarkable example. In Gandabahali Gram Panchayat under Sinapali Block of Nuapada district, some miscreants had blocked the drainage water, causing it to accumulate on the main village road. This directly affected the daily lives of the residents. The stagnant drain…
Workers’ Conference Held at Bharatiya Janata Party Office in Kotpad
Kotpad,Feb, 13:An organizational workers’ conference was held at the Kotpad BJP party office under the chairmanship of the Kotpad MLA. The meeting primarily focused on strengthening the party organization in the Kotpad Assembly constituency and on expanding public service initiatives down to the village and panchayat levels. Detailed discussions were held with dedicated party workers regarding these objectives. It was emphasized that party workers are…
NCC Bhadrak Unit Training Camp
Kothar,Feb, 13: Under the supervision of the Odisha Battalion NCC Bhadrak Unit, an eight-day training camp has been organized at Haripur in Langudi from the 2nd of this month. A total of 510 NCC cadets from the Cuttack, Sambalpur, and Berhampur groups are participating in the camp. At a meeting held at the Haripur Girls’ Hostel, DDG Commandant Vikram Singh attended as the chief guest,…
Fare Increased for Chief Minister Bus Service Across Routes
Malkangiri, Feb, 13: After the state government renamed the LAccMI Bus as the Chief Minister Bus Service, it was initially operating under the old rules. However, following repeated threats by the Private Bus Owners’ Association to halt the Chief Minister Bus Service, the government has introduced changes to the system. Passengers traveling in the Chief Minister Bus Service and AC buses operating in the district…
Health Workers to Go Door-to-Door to Administer Filaria Medicine
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 13: Major action plan by the Health Department for the elimination of filariasis. Health workers will now visit households and ensure the medicine is consumed in their presence. Information provided by Director of Public Health, Niranjan Mishra. The step has been taken as people were not consuming the medicine despite free distribution. The drive will begin on February 10 and continue for 10 days.…
State-Level Football: Sambalpur FC Storms Into Final of SDAA Cup 2026
Baliguda, Feb, 13: On the third day of the State-Level Football Championship–2026, organised by the Baliguda Sub-Divisional Athletic Association at the local Biju Patnaik Mini Stadium, the first semi-final match was played between FC Sambalpur and Dosti Brothers Sundargarh. In an exciting contest, FC Sambalpur defeated Dosti Brothers Sundargarh by 1–0 and advanced to the final. Senior sports personalities Gopabandhu Sahu, Dr. Bichitra Nanda Acharya,…
Bharatiya Janata Party Holds Mandal-Level Conference with Massive Participation
Ambadala, Feb, 13: A mandal-level conference and induction programme of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was held at Kalyani Mandap in Ambadala. On the occasion, a rural awareness programme under the Viksit Bharat Guarantee Rozgar Aajeevika Mission was also organised. The programme was conducted under the leadership of Ambadala Mandal President Ananta Maldora. BJP District President Gopi Anand attended the event as the chief guest.…
Budget Relief: Key Everyday Items Become Cheaper for Consumers
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 13: From travel to technology: what gets cheaper this budget Foreign travel will become cheaper Shoes and leather items will become cheaper Solar equipment will become cheaper Mobile batteries will become cheaper 17 medicines for cancer Sports goods and microwave ovens Medicines for 7 critical diseases EV (electric vehicle) car batteries
PUCC Fine Reduction Scheme Underway, Says Minister
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 12: Transport Minister Bibhuti Jena gave a major update regarding PUCC. The Minister said everyone is required to get PUCC done. “A scheme is underway to reduce PUCC fines at toll gates,” he said. “Discussions are ongoing to reduce fines of ₹10,000.” Strict PUCC rules had been implemented in the state due to air pollution concerns. The government has instructed that all vehicle owners…