Kotpad,5th Sept 2025: A no-confidence motion submitted against the Block Chairperson of Kundura Block, Koraput district, is currently under investigation by the local Block Development Officer (BDO). As per the instructions of Jeypore Sub-Collector A. Shasya Reddy, the BDO P. Manasmita today reviewed the no-confidence proposal at the Kundura Panchayat Samiti Office, in the presence of local Sarpanches and Samiti Members. A total of 14…
Three Kotpad Teachers Chosen for Chief Minister’s Education Award
Kotpad,5th Sept 2025: Three teachers from the Kotpad region have been nominated for the Chief Minister’s Education Award. Brahmadatta Mishra, a science teacher at Kotpad PM SHRI Higher Secondary School, has been recognized for his innovative teaching methods across various subjects. Through his efforts, students have successfully participated in science project exhibitions at block, sub-divisional, district, state, and national levels, bringing recognition and prestige to…
Government Imposes Ban on MLAs, MPs Recommending Teacher Transfers
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025:A meeting of the Odisha Legislative Assembly Standing Committee-4 was held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of MLA Purnachandra Sethy. During the meeting, the committee members strongly opposed the recommendations of MLAs and MPs in the transfer process of teachers. The primary focus of the discussion was to stop the interference of public representatives in teacher transfers. Earlier, even the High Court…
Primary Teachers’ Association Seeks Amendment in Anganwadi Appointment Rules
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: In an effort to improve the quality of pre-primary education, the state government has emphasized the opening of Shishu Batikas (pre-schools) in schools. To support these Shishu Batikas, the government had issued guidelines for the appointment of Shishu Sebikas (childcare workers). However, the Primary School Teachers’ Association has raised objections, arguing that the current guidelines prevent the effective appointment of these…
Teachers Threaten Stir if Central Pay Scale, Old Pension Not Implemented
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: The Primary Teachers’ Association has demanded that primary school teachers be given salary and pension under the central pay scale. The association has alleged that the government has implemented the new education policy for the current academic year without developing the school infrastructure or appointing the required teachers. The association also complained that the government issued an order to appoint Anganwadi…
Primary Teachers’ Union Announces Protest During Assembly Session
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: The Primary Teachers’ Union (PISSTA) has announced that they will stage a protest during the upcoming Odisha Legislative Assembly session. The union has expressed deep concerns about the neglect of primary education development in the state. Despite vacancies remaining unfilled in primary schools, no adequate steps have been taken to address these issues. The union points out that the implementation of…
Primary Teachers’ Union Announces Protest During Assembly Session
Bhubaneswar,4th Sept 2025: The Primary Teachers’ Union (PISSTA) has announced that they will stage a protest during the upcoming Odisha Legislative Assembly session. The union has expressed deep concerns about the neglect of primary education development in the state. Despite vacancies remaining unfilled in primary schools, no adequate steps have been taken to address these issues. The union points out that the implementation of the…
Ban Imposed on DJ Use During Durga Puja Celebrations
Bhubaneswar, 4th Sept 2025: This year, there will be no DJ music played during the Durga Puja celebrations. Restrictions have also been placed on the use of laser lights and sound bursts (bangs). The traditional musical instruments will be the only ones used for the Maa’s Bhajan (prayers) and celebrations. A significant decision regarding this was made in an important meeting held at the Police Service…
Fertilizer Stocks Arrive, Bringing Relief to Farmers
Jeypore,4th Sept 2025: Efforts are underway to resolve the fertilizer shortage problem in Koraput district. Farmers were worried due to the unavailability of fertilizer at the right time. Today, fertilizer stocks from IPOL and BVFCL have arrived. It is said that from tomorrow onwards, the fertilizer distribution process will return to normal. Koraput district had been facing a fertilizer crisis. Farmers were standing in lines…
AKS Hosts Award Distribution Ceremony to Honour Achievers
Jeypore, 4th Sept 2025: A popular social media group, Abibhakta Koraput Samachar, organized an award distribution ceremony at a welfare hall located in Jeynagar. The event was conducted under the leadership of the group’s founder, Debendra Kumar Adhikari. The ceremony was attended by prominent guests including Dr. Jagadish Behera, journalist Padmanabh Hota, Guru Kahnu Charan Pradhan, Khanti Koraputiya Rajesh Sahu, Suresh Panda, Abhaya, artist Chandan…