Bhubaneswar, Nov 25: Another cyclone is forming over the Bay of Bengal. There is still no clear information about when and where it will make landfall. However, there are indications that it may touch land anywhere between northern Andhra Pradesh and Myanmar. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the Malaxa system and an associated well-marked low-pressure area over the South Andaman Sea remain active…
New YouTube Series ‘Shree Jagannath & Bada Deula’ Launched to Showcase Temple Heritage
Bhubaneswar , Nov 25:The Mahanaayak (Great Leader) of the countless universes, Lord Neeladri Nath—Ananda Kanda, Satchidananda, the identity of crores of Odias, Kaivalya Nath Mahaprabhu Shree Jagannath—at whose divine lotus feet the Shree Jagannath Sanskriti Prachar Sansthan has dedicated the YouTube launch of Shree Jagannath and Bada Deula, The Rescue of Gajendra the Elephant, Raja Rajeshwara Besha, and Stories from the Ramayana. This programme was…
At CITES COP20, Governments Face Last Chance to Prevent Extinction of Whale Sharks, Manta Rays, and More
As the 20th meeting of the Conference of the Parties to CITES (CoP20) opens today, the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS) is calling on governments to take urgent action to halt the accelerating collapse of global shark and ray populations. Currently, over 37% of all shark and ray species are threatened with extinction, and the risk nearly doubles for species involved in international trade. Recent genetic…
June Roshni Lobo Unveils My Father’s Earthen Vessel — a Soulful Tribute to Love, Legacy and Memory
Mumbai, Nov 24: Writer and creative professional June Roshni Lobo unveiled her deeply personal debut, My Father’s Earthen Vessel, at an intimate evening at Title Waves, Bandra West. The launch was honoured by singer, author, & actress, who is popularly known for her role in ‘Kabhi Haan Kabhi Naa’ Suchitra Krishnamoorthi, Madhoo, Shah (Actress known for iconic performances in Roja and Phool Aur Kaante) &…
Koraput Hosts District-Level Children’s Festival ‘Mahak’ and ‘Utsah’ – 2025
Koraput, Nov 24: The District Child Protection Unit, District Collectorate, Koraput, organized the district-level children’s festival ‘Mahak’ and ‘Utsah’ – 2025. The children of the Child Care Institution that won first place participated in the state-level children’s festival ‘Mahak’ and ‘Utsah’, organized by the Women and Child Development Department, Government of Odisha. Among them, Lakshman Dishari and Muskan Khosla from Utkal Balashram, Koraput, of the Child…
Rs10 Lakh Compensation Announced for Snakebite Death Case
Bhubaneswar, Nov 24: The compensation for death due to snakebite may be increased to Rs10 lakh. This information was provided by the Minister of Revenue and Disaster Management. Currently, Rs4 lakh is being given as compensation; an increase to Rs10 lakh has been recommended by Suresh Pujari. Similar compensation will also be provided for death due to lightning strikes and drowning.
Collector–SP Joint Meeting Day 2 Focuses on Urban Roads, Land Development, and Amenities
Bhubaneswar, Nov 24: On the second day of the joint meeting of the District Collector and the Superintendent of Police, discussions were held on planned development related to new roads, land development, waste management, and public amenities in urban areas. Dr. Krushna Chandra Mahapatra, Honorable Minister of the Department of Housing and Urban Development, discussed steps for resolving issues of slum dwellers, providing affordable housing, slum-free…
Koraput Home Bus Owners Association Holds Press Conference
Koraput, Nov 24: A press conference of the Koraput Home Bus Owners Association was held at the Koraput Press Club premises. Editor Naresh Chandra Padhi stated that this was the first renewal of the Koraput Home Bus Owners Association. The matter has been brought to the attention of the police, district administration, and bank authorities. He mentioned that after nearly a year-long dispute, the staff of…
PM Releases 21st Installment: Rs13.72 Crore Transferred to 68,612 Koraput Farmers
Koraput, Nov 24: On the occasion of the district-level ‘PM Kisan Day’ through virtual mode by the Honorable Prime Minister, under the PM Kisan Samman Nidhi scheme, in the 21st installment, a financial assistance of Rs13 crore 72 lakh 24 thousand has been provided to 68,612 beneficiary farmers of Koraput district.
Dream Dance Academy Celebrates Its Third Annual Day with Grandeur
Nabarangpur , Nov 24: The Dream Dance Academy in Umarkot of the district celebrated its third annual day with great enthusiasm and festive spirit. On this occasion, the students of the academy performed Odissi, modern, cultural, and folk dances, captivating the audience with their performances on stage. The beautifully decorated venue, along with rhythmic music, created an enchanting atmosphere. The cultural programs, graceful poses, and the…