Umarakot,Feb, 26: The renowned Navadin Thakurani Yatra of Maa Jagat Janani at Umarakot will commence on March 23. To ensure smooth organization of the Yatra, a large meeting was held today in the premises of Maa Mangal temple on Jharigaon Road, during which a new committee was formed. By consensus, Binod Kishori Singh was appointed as President, Ashish Rao as Vice-President, Councillor Viki Nayak as…
Sacred Aangyamala Welcomed Amid Devotion During Ghata Yatra
Kotpad, Feb, 25: At the temple of the presiding deity Maa Sheetala Thakurani in Kotpad, the Aangyamala was received on the occasion of this year’s triennial Ghata Yatra. After the morning rituals today, in the presence of Committee President Mani Prasad Pattnaik, Secretary Rameshwar Jena, all committee members, devotees of the Kotpad area, and temple servitors, Maa Sheetala Thakurani bestowed the Aangyamala. It is informed…
Electricity Now Available in Every Revenue Village, Informs Deputy CM
Mayurbhanj.Feb, 25: Electricity has now reached all revenue villages in the state. Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo gave this reply to a question raised by Tankadhar Tripathy. Since 2024, electricity connections have been provided to 35,741 families. The highest number of connections — 3,636 families — have been provided in Mayurbhanj.
Health and Social Welfare Departments Hold Joint Review at District Level
Nabarangpur, Feb, 25: A district-level joint review meeting of the Health and Social Welfare Departments regarding the health and nutrition of women and children was held at the local Mission Shakti Conference Hall under the chairmanship of District Collector Maheswar Swain. During the meeting, the Collector reviewed various indicators of the Health and Women & Child Development Departments. He placed special emphasis on preventing child…
Major Healthcare Boost as 5 New Medical Colleges Announced
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 25: The Chief Minister has announced 5 new medical colleges. Ayurvedic Medical Colleges will be established in Gajapati, Malkangiri, and Rayagada. Two Homeopathic Colleges will be set up in Nayagarh and Nuapada. A proposal of ₹140 crore has been made for the establishment of these 5 new medical colleges.
Government Releases Funds for Implementation of V.B.-Jiram-G Scheme
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 25: Budget allocation boosts V.B.-Jiram-G scheme activities Rs5,575 crore allocated in the Budget for the V.B.-Jiram-G scheme. Rs635 crore allocated for the Samruddha Anganwadi Yojana. Rs100 crore allocated for 100 Smart Farm Markets (Model Mandis). Rs240 crore allocated for the world’s largest grain storage scheme. Rs10 crore allocated for the Rare Earth Corridor. Rs23 crore allocated for the State AI Mission. Rs150 crore allocated…
Rajya Sabha Polls to Be Held on March 16
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 25: The Rajya Sabha elections will be held on March 16. In Odisha, elections will be conducted for 4 seats. Voting will be held for 37 seats across 10 states. The official notification will be issued on February 26. March 5 is the last date for filing nominations. Scrutiny of nominations will take place on March 6. The last date for withdrawal of nominations…
Amazon Chief Applauds KIIT and KISS for Excellence in Education
Bhubaneswar,Feb, 25: KIIT and KISS expressed happiness in welcoming David A. Zapolsky, Chief Global Affairs and Legal Officer of Amazon. During his visit to the campus, he interacted with students and took time to closely understand the KISS model. He appreciated the work being done for tribal children and praised how education, discipline, and opportunity are brought together under one roof. He had an engaging…
Construction Works Come to Standstill as Contractors Protest in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur:Feb, 25: Under the leadership of Nabarangpur District Contractors’ Association President Sudhir Panda and Secretary Sudhanshu Nayak, around 60 contractors have opposed the government’s new tender circular and begun an agitation from today at Lower PMG Square in Bhubaneswar. One of their primary objections is against the prevailing 14.99% “less” limit in the construction tender process. The association strongly opposed the move to remove the…
Kendu Leaf Collectors Stage Demonstration in MV-79 Over Unmet Demands
Kalimela:Feb, 25: Following a call by the Odisha Kendu Leaf Workers’ Association, kendu leaf pluckers, seasonal workers, and binding laborers working in the MV-79 area staged a sit-in protest in front of the Range Office . According to the workers, although memorandums had earlier been submitted to the Hon’ble Chief Minister and departmental authorities, no concrete steps have been taken so far. In protest, they…