Umerkote, 23rd Oct 2025: With the arrival of Kartika month, also known as a holy month, vegetable prices have skyrocketed. As people usually avoid non-vegetarian food during Kartika, there is a greater focus on vegetarian meals, causing a spike in demand. Except for potatoes and onions, the price of most fresh vegetables has gone above ₹50 per kg. For example: Beans: over Rs100 Local pointed…
Tribute Ceremony Held in Honor of Saraswata Sadhaka
Jagatsinghpur, 23rd Oct 2025: Progressive and exceptional deeds make a person immortal. Such an immortal personality was the unparalleled Saraswata Sadhaka Dr. Bholanath Raut, as remarked by the guests during a tribute meeting held on the occasion of his 4th death anniversary on Thursday. The event was organized by the Jagatsinghpur Saraswata Parishad in the premises of the Manorama Library at Bagsahi. Presiding over the…
First Winter Chill Felt in Kandhamal, Residents Welcome Cool Breeze
Phulbani – 23rd Oct 2025: After a prolonged spell of continuous rain, it has finally stopped over the last two days. As a result, from Tuesday onwards, a light winter chill accompanied by fog has been observed across Phulbani and the entire district. On Tuesday morning, slight fog was visible. Due to the rain, people had been unable to go for morning walks, but now…
Dolpur Cluster-Level ‘Surabhi’ Program Held with Great Enthusiasm
Baipariguda,23rd Oct 2025: The Surabhi program at the regional resource center level of Baipariguda was held in the premises of Dholpur Government School. In the inaugural ceremony, BEO Sukanta Karwami attended as the chief guest, with Sarpanch Gangadhar Masiha as the guest of honor. The event was anchored by CRCC Saima Ranjan Pradhan, while the head teacher of the school and other dignitaries also inaugurated…
Dates Announced for Combined +2 Examinations
Bhubaneswar, 23rd Oct 2025: The exams will begin on any date between February 15 and 25, informed CHSE Exam Controller Prashant Parida. Admit cards will be available by December 15. The internal exams will be held from December 22 to 31, while the +2 practical exams will take place from January 2 to 15.
Ramesh Sahu Appointed as State BJP Vice President
Umerkote,23rd Oct 2025: Tanu-based BJP leader from Nabarangpur district and current State BJP General Secretary, Ramesh Chandra Sahu, has been appointed as the Vice President of the State BJP. Upon the news reaching Umerkote, a wave of happiness spread among all BJP workers and leaders. Ramesh Sahu had played a significant role in ensuring the victory of BJP MLAs in Umerkote. Previously, he had been…
CT Exam Rescheduled to October 29
Cuttack, 23rd Oct 2025: The Council of Secondary Education (Board) has been conducting the statewide CT examination, also known as the Diploma in Elementary Education (D.El.Ed.) exam, since October 13. However, following the state government’s declaration of a holiday on October 20 for Diwali, the exam scheduled for October 20 has now been rescheduled to October 29. The exam timings will remain unchanged, according to…
Farmer Loses Life in Train Accident Near Railway Track
Dhenkanal, 23rd Oct 2025: A farmer died after being hit by a train near Mathakaragola village, located along the new Anugul-Duburi railway line in Dhenkanal district. The deceased farmer has been identified as Gumani Behera of Mathakaragola village, under Kamakshyanagar police station. He was on his way to his farmland when, due to carelessness, he was struck by a train and died on the spot.…
New Panchayat Offices and Antyodaya Houses Dedicated to the People by Chief Minister Online
Malkangiri 23rd Oct 2025: At the Mathili Block Office in Malkangiri district, the Hon’ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, through video conferencing, formally inaugurated 471 new Gram Panchayat offices and launched the third phase of the Antyodaya Housing Scheme, under which 48,693 beneficiaries were provided the first installment of funds for house construction. As part of this initiative, the development of two Gram Panchayats—Chaulamedhi and…
SSB Lecturers’ Association Stages Protest Demanding “Equal Pay for Equal Work”
Bhubaneswar,23rd Oct 2025: They teach in colleges, yet they earn less than teachers in model schools. Trained graduate teachers (PGTs) who teach high school students are paid at par with college lecturers. Although many of the lecturers appointed through the State Selection Board (SSB) under the OPSC pattern hold PhDs, M.Phils, and have qualified in NET and JRF exams, they do not receive salaries reflecting…