Kotpad , 21st Nov 2025: A preparatory meeting was held today in the conference hall of the Kotpad Block Office in connection with the upcoming Block-level Parab Festival 2025. The meeting was conducted under the chairpersonship of Block Chairperson Kamala Bhatra and Vice-Chairperson Tapan Panigrahi. Regarding the upcoming Panchayat and Block-level Parab celebrations, MLA’s representative Binayak Acharya, MP’s representative Ashutosh Mohapatra, In-charge BDO Manoj Nayak,…
District Paraja Community Organizes Awareness Rally
Malkangiri, 21st Nov 2025: The Malkangiri District Paraja Community Development Council organized a massive rally demanding special recognition for the Paraja tribe among the 62 tribal communities, along with giving priority to the preservation of the Parenga-Paraja language, culture, and traditions. A memorandum in this regard has also been submitted to the Union Minister for Tribal Affairs. Hundreds of men and women belonging to the…
Malkangiri College NCC Wing Organizes Blood Donation Camp
Malkangiri, 21st Nov 2025: A blood donation camp was organized today by the NCC Wing of Malkangiri College. The programme was conducted with great enthusiasm, upholding the message of social responsibility, human values and the noble purpose of saving lives on the occasion of NCC Day. The event was graced by Mr. Somanath Pradhan, Additional District Collector and Chairman of the School Management Committee, as…
21st PM-Kisan Instalment Released for Farmers in Nabarangpur District
Nabarangpur, 21st Nov 2025: For the welfare of farmers across the country, the 21st instalment under the Hon’ble Prime Minister’s PM-Kisan scheme for the year 2025–26 was successfully organized at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall in Nabarangpur and at the Krishi Vigyan Kendra (KVK) in Umerkote. Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the nationwide programme through a live virtual broadcast from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu.…
Nation Commemorates 150th Birth Anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Papdahandi, 21st Nov 2025: On the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, a district-level Padayatra (walkathon) was organized in Nabarangpur district on Tuesday, the 18th, with the support of the Odisha Government’s Department of Sports and Youth Services and the district administration. The Padayatra began at 7 a.m. on Tuesday morning from the Shaheed Minar at Raktateertha Papdahandi and concluded at Majhiguda…
Global Odia Family Announces Odisha Food Festival 2025 with Grand Celebration
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: A special occasion from the Global Odia Family for all Odia brothers, sisters, and children! Come, let us celebrate the delicious cuisine of Odisha, our traditional food culture, and the fragrance of our homeland. Date: From 19 December 2025 to 25 December 2025 Time: Every day from 10 AM to 10 PM Venue: Baramunda Playground, Bhubaneswar, Odisha Enjoy a variety of…
Tehsil Count to Rise After 2027 Census, Confirms Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: The number of tehsils in the state will increase after the 2027 Census. State Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari provided this information. “In the first phase, large tehsils will be divided to create smaller tehsils.” “In the first phase, one RI (Revenue Inspector) circle will be created for every two panchayats.” Later, RI circles will be created for all panchayats — Suresh Pujari.
Low-Pressure Area Approaches; State Likely to Receive More Rain
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: A low-pressure area is likely to form over the southeast Bay of Bengal by the evening of the 22nd. According to the Meteorological Centre, this system may cause rainfall in various parts of the state. After forming, the low-pressure area will move in a west-northwestward direction and gradually intensify. By the evening of the 24th, a depression is likely to form…
From Kitchen-Garden Bio-Fertilizer Maker to Proud Owner: A Journey of Grit and Growth
Bhubaneswar, 21st Nov 2025: During the day, he used to prepare bio-fertilizer for the kitchen garden, and today he is the owner of his own organic fertilizer company. He has become self-reliant and provides daily employment to 21 people. At a time when chemical fertilizers are widely used, he has successfully raised awareness among many farmers and taught them how to use bio-fertilizers. – Jitendra Maharana
Preparatory Meeting Held in Barabati for India–South Africa T20 Match
Cuttack, 21st Nov 2025: A preparatory meeting for the India vs South Africa 20-match series was held in Barabati on December 9. The meeting was chaired by the Cuttack District Collector. The meeting was attended by the CMC Commissioner, OCA editors, editors of the Olympix Association, other sports organizations, and officials from various departments. Detailed discussions were held regarding the organization of the matches. Vehicles…