Bhubaneswar, 29th Oct 2025: After entering the mainland through Kakinada and Yanam in Andhra Pradesh, Cyclone Monthaa is expected to make landfall near Malkangiri. It is expected to reach the coast via Balimela reservoir on the morning of the 29th. By then, wind speeds are expected to decrease slightly but will still range from 60–70 km/h, accompanied by heavy to very heavy rainfall. The cyclone…
Residents of Janghira Demand Formation of a New Block
Keonjhar, 29th Oct 2025: A demand for the formation of a new Janghira block was made today at a well-attended meeting held at Janghira Hatpadia, covering the panchayats of Hunda, Janghira, Pithagola, Junga, Baksibarigaon, Budhakhman, Tentlapashi, Jirang, Talpada, Baragada, and Gonasika. Currently, these panchayats fall under the Harichandanpur block. Due to the distance of more than 30 km from the block headquarters, residents face difficulties…
Padmini Dian’s Critical Health Condition Sparks Widespread Concern
Koraput:29th Oct 2025: Former Minister Padmini Dian in critical condition . Reportedly fell ill after consuming food. – Undergoing treatment at Koraput Medical College. Three other family members are also under treatment; one has died. Sources say Padmini’s health condition is now stable .Padmini Dian is the former MLA of Kotpad.
Grand Celebration of Maa Shyamakali Puja Held in Gobara
Belagunta, 29th Oct 2025: In Gobara block, along the main road, the Maa Shyamakali Puja has been underway with great enthusiasm since Saturday, organized under the auspices of the Shri Shri Kapileswar Yuvak Sangh. Every morning, different types of puja rituals are being performed for the goddess, while in the evening, Aarti and Kanika offerings are arranged. Devotees are also given prasadam (blessed food) from…
Joint Meeting Held to Strengthen Maternal and Child Health and Nutrition
Nabarangapur, 29th Oct 2025: A joint meeting of the Health Department and the District Social Welfare Department was held today at the Ashok Meheta Conference Hall under the chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain to discuss better health and nutrition for mothers and children in the district. The main objective of the meeting was to identify and resolve barriers related to maternal and child…
New Enthusiasm in BJD Ahead of Nuapada Assembly By-Election
Nuapada ,29th Oct 2025: Inspired by the visionary leadership and pro-people governance of Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, more than 3,000 workers and supporters from the Congress and BJP have joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD). The massive joining event, held in Nuapada block in the presence of thousands of people, was described as a historic moment for the region. The new members stated that both…
Nabarangpur U-16 Cricket Team Departs for Cuttack to Compete in Inter-District Tournament
Nabarangpur, 29th Oct 2025: Under the aegis of the Odisha Cricket Association, the Inter-District 50-Over Cricket League for under-16 players will be held in Cuttack from October 24. For this purpose, the Nabarangpur district team left for Cuttack on Wednesday. The Nabarangpur team will play its league matches against Sambalpur, KIIT University, Nayagarh, Mayurbhanj, and Puri from October 24 to 28. The Nabarangpur District Cricket…
Bhima Bhoi Divyang Empowerment Camp Organized at Dabugan
Nabarangpur ,29th Oct 2025: A Bhima Bhoi Divyang (Persons with Disabilities) Empowerment Camp was organized on Saturday at the Dabugan Block Office premises in Nabarangpur district. Specialist doctors including Dr. Sudipta Raut (ENT Specialist), Dr. Chinmaya Sahu (Orthopedic Surgeon), Dr. Santona Sagarika Pradhan (Eye Specialist), and Dr. N. Dhananjaya Pattnaik (Psychiatrist) attended the camp and provided medical treatment to differently-abled persons. In addition, Psychologist B.…
Fruits to Be Provided to Students in Place of Eggs Under Midday Meal Scheme
Bhubaneswar, 29th Oct 2025: The School and Mass Education Department has issued a letter to all District Education Officers (DEOs) instructing that under the PM Poshan and MMPY (Mid-Day Meal Programme) schemes, if any student does not consume eggs, they should be provided with fruit as an alternative on those days when eggs are served. The letter also advises officials to ensure that no issues or…
Block-Level School Group Sports and Athletics Competition Held with Great Enthusiasm
Umerkote, 29th Oct 2025: At the Government New Panchayat High School in Dabugan block of Nabarangpur district, the Block-Level School Group Sports and Athletics Competition was successfully held. The event was organized under the leadership of Rashmita Netam, Cluster Education Officer of Dabugan, and chaired by Bhagaban Majhi, Group Education Officer. The Chief Guest was the popular Dabugan MLA Manohar Randhari, while the Honoured Guests…