Koraput: Dec, 10: A land resource and water division awareness camp was organized for farmers at Bhatipada under Makiguda Panchayat, Baipariguda Block. The program was held under the chairmanship of Koraput Project Director Shivacharan Jethi, with Assistant Director Suman Raut and Prashant Shant Kumar Gupta in attendance. Other dignitaries included MLA representative Prabhakar Rao, Sarpanch Manju Shikarlia, committee member Gadava, Zilla Parishad member Manijani, and officials…
Curriculum Overhaul from Class 1 to 12 to Drive Major Education Reforms
Bhubaneswar ,Dec, 10: To bring comprehensive reforms in school education, the Odisha government plans to revise the curriculum from Class 1 to Class 12. The information was shared by School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gand in the State Assembly on Friday. The Minister, while responding to a question, said that all schools under the School and Mass Education Department will undergo a complete curriculum…
Government Announces Rs 51,000 Assistance Under Kanya Vivah Scheme
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 10: Kanya Vivah Scheme The government will provide Rs 51,000 for the marriage of a girl. Rs 35,000 will be directly deposited into the girl’s account. Rs 6,000 will be given for wedding-related expenses. The government will give Rs 10,000 as gifts. The gifts may include clothes, bangles, jewelry, and utensils. The government has issued separate guidelines for this scheme. The girl’s age must…
No New Tehsils or Panchayats for Now, Says Revenue Minister
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 10: The Revenue Minister has clarified that there will be no new formation of tehsils or panchayats at present. Earlier reports suggesting otherwise were incorrect, and the minister emphasized that existing administrative divisions will continue as they are. Previously, the process of recognizing villages and adjusting boundaries was carried out under rules dating back to 1991, and some changes have already been implemented in…
Supply Minister Responds to Ministerial Committee on Paddy Procurement Issues
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 10: Response from the Supply Minister to the Ministerial Committee at the Minister’s Office regarding Paddy Procurement: A ministerial-level committee has been formed for paddy procurement. Committees have been formed within each department for proper coordination. Each district has been assigned a minister responsible for monitoring. In every mandi, one officer will be assigned responsibility by the District Collector. Officers will report to the…
International Day of Persons with Disabilities Celebrated Kolnara,
Kolnara, Dec, 10: The International Day of Persons with Disabilities was observed at the office of the BEO (Block Education Officer) in Kolnara under the auspices of BEO Manjulata Jena. As part of the programme, an awareness rally was conducted involving differently-abled students and their parents. Following the rally, various competitions were organized for students, including Musical Chair, Jalebi Race, Drawing, Ball-Finding, and Music competitions.…
Matric Exam to Begin on February 19, Board Issues Official Notice
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 10: The Matric (Class 10) Examination will begin from February 19. The exam will start at 9:00 AM and continue till 11:30 AM. A notice has been issued by the Board. The exams will be conducted from 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM. Only for Mathematics, an additional 15 minutes will be provided—meaning the Maths exam will end at 11:45 AM instead of 11:30 AM.…
Kuaniaria Neglected; Tourists Return Disappointed
Dashapalla, Dec, 10: On National Highway 57 connecting Khordha and Balangir, Dashapalla lies 123 kilometers from Bhubaneswar. Dashapalla has an ancient history. Many legends are linked to this place, and attractions such as the Deobhanga royal palace, Shri Mahavir Temple, Khol Mahavir, Jagannath Temple, Bhimara Hills, Deer Park, Kuaniaria Water Reservoir, and the Takara Pakha Ragand Waterfall always draw tourists. Every year, tourists look forward…
‘Child Marriage-Free India’ Campaign Launched in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, 4891 (Yuva Morcha Bureau): Under the guidance of the Union Ministry of Women and Child Development, a nationwide 100-day campaign titled Child Marriage-Free India (CMFI) has been launched. Following this, the aspirational district of Nabarangpur has also inaugurated this campaign. At the district-level programme organized with the support of the District Social Welfare Department and voluntary organisations, the Chairperson of the State Child Protection…
Free Gram Seeds Distributed to Farmers for Rabi Cultivation
K. Dabugaon, Dec, 10: In Motigaon village under Junapani Panchayat of Dabugaon Block, Nabarangpur district, the Block Agriculture Department distributed free gram (chickpea) seeds to farmers on Wednesday. Dabugaon MLA Manohar Randhari attended as the chief guest and distributed the seeds to the farmers. These seeds were distributed for cultivation during the Rabi season, for crops to be grown after the paddy harvest. In Dabugaon…