New Delhi, Dec 15: Akums Drugs & Pharmaceuticals Ltd., India’s Largest Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization has announced the rollout of its enhanced Gabapentin Extended-Release formulation for the management of Postherpetic Neuralgia (PHN). PHN, a chronic neuropathic pain condition that can persist for months after a shingles outbreak, affects nearly 10–20% of patients and becomes increasingly debilitating with age. Many individuals experience constant burning or…
Block-Level MP Sports Festival Inaugurated
Papadahandi, Dec, 15: The three-day block-level MP Sports Festival of Papadahandi block was inaugurated today at the Jatabal Panchayat High School campus. The festival began with religious rituals and prayers at the Shri Shri Shri Shiva Temple in Jatabal village, followed by the lighting of a ceremonial torch. A grand and colorful procession carried the torch and culminated at the playground of Jatabal High School,…
Stage Comes Alive on Inaugural Evening of Mandai Festival
Nabarangpur, Dec, 15: The Nabarangpur District Folk Festival Mandai–2025 was inaugurated on Friday evening with great enthusiasm. In the afternoon, a grand Mandai procession along with a torch rally was taken out from the local Maa Bhandar Gharani Temple. Accompanied by traditional folk musical instruments and folk dances, the procession reached the Mandai ground, where the Mandai festival and the Swadeshi Mela were formally inaugurated…
Fourth National Lok Adalat–2025 Held at Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Dec, 15: The Fourth National Lok Adalat–2025 was successfully conducted at the District Court by the District Legal Services Authority, Nabarangpur, under the direction of the District & Sessions Judge and Chairman of the District Legal Services Authority, Nabarangpur, Shri Subrat Mahanti. During the Lok Adalat, District & Sessions Judge Shri Subrat Mahanti disposed of one motor accident compensation claim case and awarded compensation…
Cricket Tournament Organized by Borigumma TPSODL Sub-Division Concludes Successfully
Kotpad, Dec, 15:The cricket tournament organized by the Borigumma TPSODL Sub-Division, which began on the 7th of the month, has concluded today. The tournament was held involving three subdivisions—Kotpad, Borigumma, and Bissamcuttack (Bisimpur). The event was organized under the chairmanship of SDO Chandrakanta Mahanti. Today’s final match was played between Kotpad and Borigumma. After a closely contested and exciting match, Borigumma emerged as the winner.…
Kharif Block-Level Paddy Procurement Market Inaugurated at Kotpad Batasana Panchayat
Kotpad Dec, 15: The block-level paddy procurement market for the current Kharif season has been inaugurated this year. sunday the paddy mandi was formally inaugurated with Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatara as the chief guest. Among others present were former MLA Chandrasekhar Majhi, district-level mandi member Ganesh Panda, Block Chairperson Kamala Bhatara, Vice-Chairperson Tapan Panigrahi, the Chairman, Vice-Chairman and members of the LAMPS (Large Area Multi-Purpose…
50th State Conference of All India Students’ Council (Odisha West) to Be Held in Rourkela from December 27–29
Rourkela, Dec, 15: “Knowledge – Character – Unity: The Special Feature of the Council” The upcoming 50th State Conference of the All India Students’ Council, Odisha (West), will be held in Ispat Nagari, Rourkela, from 27th to 29th December. Therefore, let us all come together—from colleges and universities across the state—to participate in this grand gathering, experience the “Essence of Odisha”, and contribute to the national…
District-Level Training Program Held on Prevention of Sexual Offenses Act, 1961
Kalyansinghpur, Dec, 15:: In Rayagada, a one-day district-level training program was organized on the Prevention of Sexual Offenses Act, 1961, aimed at preventing sexual and related violence. The program was conducted under the chairmanship of the District Social Welfare Officer, Mr. Minati Deo, and discussions were held on the key provisions of the Act and its effective implementation. The training involved participation from Security Officer…
Umarkot Receives Rs 11 Crore for Development Works
Umarkot, Dec, 15: Umarkot town has received a grant of Rs 11 crore for its development. Today, Minister of Mass Education, Shri Nityananda Gand, performed Bhoomi Pooja (groundbreaking ceremonies) for various projects across different wards. At the Baba Baidyanath Temple premises in Gulipatna, the following projects were inaugurated: A welfare hall at a cost of Rs 15 lakh, A library at Gulipatna Primary School costing…
Nabarangapur Festival Begins with Grandeur
Nabarangapur, Dec, 15: The grand festival celebrating art, literature, culture, and heritage of Nabarangapur district, Chaiti Nabarangapur Lok Mahotsav 2025, will commence today. This year, the festival will be held at Agni Pur Panchayat from December 12 to 14. Alongside cultural programs, the Pallishree Mela will be organized from 12th to 16th December. On the first day, the inauguration ceremony of the festival will be…