Jeypore Dec, 16: The Border Security Force (BSF), India’s first line of defense tasked with protecting the country’s borders, celebrated its 61st Raising Day as part of its Golden Jubilee celebrations on 6th December with patriotic enthusiasm. Established after the 1965 India-Pakistan war, the BSF has consistently upheld its motto of vigilance “Duty unto Death,” symbolizing its commitment to national security. To honor the courage,…
Tentukanikuṇṭi: BDO Manoj Kumar Panigrahi’s Mother Passes Away
Tentulikunti, Dec, 16: In Tentulikunti, Shobhashini Panigrahi, the mother of BDO artist Manoj Kumar Panigrahi, passed away last month on the 26th at around 10:30 PM in her native village in Bodakutur, Kolampur Block, Kalahandi district. During this sorrowful time, local leaders and dignitaries expressed their condolences to the grieving family. Nabarangpur MLA Gourishankar Majhi and former MP Parshuram Majhi personally conveyed their sympathies. They…
Kantha Art Competition Held as Part of Mandei 2025
Nabarangpur, Dec, 16: As part of the celebration of Mandei Festival 2025, an attractive district-level Kantha (embroidered quilt) art competition was organized today at the office premises of the District Collector, Nabarangpur. The event was successfully coordinated by the District Education Officer, District Welfare Officer, and District Culture Officer. The competition was divided into two categories: student level and professional level. In both categories, a…
Rs1 Crore Sanctioned for Bargarh Dhanu Jatra
Bargarh, Dec, 16: A financial grant of Rs 1 crore has been approved for the Bargarh Dhanu Jatra. 200 artists will receive an honorarium of Rs 10,000 each. The funds have been sanctioned by the Department of Odia Language, Literature and Culture. This year, the Dhanu Jatra will be held from December 24 to January 3, 2026. The Dhanu Jatra festival will be live-streamed through LED…
Plan to Complete Bhubaneswar Ekamra Project Works Before Shivaratri
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 16: There is a plan to complete the Bhubaneswar Ekamra Project works before Shivaratri. Ekamra MLA Babu Singh said that a new tender will be issued within 15 days. “Work has been halted in places where there were land acquisition issues.” The Law Minister has directed that the work be completed before Shivaratri. The agency that was earlier awarded the work caused delays, said Babu Singh. Therefore, a new…
Demand Raised in Parliament and State Assembly for Establishment of Medical College in Rayagada
Rayagada, Dec, 16: A single major issue has been raised both in Parliament and in the Odisha Legislative Assembly—the establishment of a medical college in Rayagada district. Despite the presence of a so-called “double-engine” government at both the Centre and the State, local MPs and MLAs have questioned why the earlier announcement of setting up a medical college in every district has not been implemented.…
Remuneration of Booth Level Officers Doubled by Government
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 16: The remuneration of Booth Level Officers (BLOs) has been doubled. The Election Commission has announced an increase in remuneration. The payment has been raised from Rs 6,000 to Rs 12,000. The incentive amount for electoral roll revision has also been increased byRs 1,000. The remuneration of BLO Supervisors has been increased from Rs 12,000 to Rs 18,000. The remuneration of AEROs and EROs…
Shangri-La Eros New Delhi Unveils the Magic of the Season with Enchanted Wonders
New Delhi, Dec 15: – The season of wonder is here at Shangri-La Eros New Delhi, where twinkling lights, heartwarming melodies, and the scent of spiced delights awaken the true spirit of the holidays. Playful elves, a majestic Christmas tree, and sparkling décor craft moments of connection and delight, while cozy corners for little ones and thoughtful surprises around every turn make every celebration feel warm,…
Michael Brown, Senior Research Strategist at Pepperstone, Shares Today’s Market Analysis
Digest – Sentiment soured as last week drew to a close with stocks notching chunky losses amid renewed concern over the AI theme. Now, a bumper week awaits, including five G10 policy decisions, plus the latest US jobs and inflation figures. Where we Stand – Here we go then, we’ve finally made it to the last full trading week of the year; and, what a year…
Five Organizations Empowering Underprivileged Children in India
Across India, many children live in circumstances where education, nutrition, emotional support, and basic health care are luxuries rather than rights. Non-profit organisations step in to fill this gap, often doing remarkable work with limited resources. Here are five organisations making a real difference; each tackling the challenges that underprivileged children face and helping them build brighter futures: Lotus Petal Foundation Lotus Petal Foundation works…