Phulbani, 4th Oct 2025: A new bridge has been constructed on the Gurupada-Kailamba road under the Bridge Construction Scheme by the Rural Construction Division of Phulbani district, at a cost of ₹3 crore 77 lakh. The villagers had been demanding this bridge construction for a long time. With the completion of this bridge, transportation facilities have significantly improved. This paved road will connect the Kutibari,…
Pradeep Brings Glory to Kotpad by Cracking Odisha Civil Services
Kotpad, 4th Oct 2025: As the saying goes, “Even if a forest flower blooms in the wild, its fragrance spreads far and wide.” A similar story is seen in the recent Odisha Civil Services examination, where Pradeep Kumar Bhatara has brought immense pride and honor to Kotpad region by securing the 363rd rank. Pradeep hails from a poor family in Bania village of Kotpad block,…
Priyanka Secures Second Success in OPSC Examination
Angul, 4th Oct 2025: Priyanka has achieved success for the second time in the Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) exams. Her roll number is R66 23 951100. She is originally from Palalahada sub-division in Angul district, a relatively remote and underdeveloped area. She is currently serving as a Block Development Officer (BDO) and has recently cleared another significant OPSC examination. Priyanka hails from Balipasi village…
Hingula Mandal BJP Organizes Seva Paksha Programme with Public Participation
Rasulpur, 4th Oct 2025: As part of the Seva Paksha campaign, the Hingula Mandal unit of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) organized a blood donation camp at Upendranath Sarada College, Khairabad–Mughdhapal, under Rasulpur block. The event was conducted to mark the 75th birthday of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the 110th birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay. The blood donation camp was successfully organized under…
Raktatirtha Saliha Garh: Odisha’s Forgotten Martyrdom Site Remembered
Nuapada, 4th Oct 2025: Though not widely known across the country, the name of Saliha Garh, located in Nuapada district, holds a significant yet overlooked place in India’s freedom struggle. The sacrifices made by the brave sons of this soil are in no way less than the infamous Jallianwala Bagh massacre. Ordinary villagers from this region gave up their lives for the independence of the…
City Shines Bright with Decorative Lights for Durga Puja
Nandapur ,4th Oct 2025: The Dussehra festival is being celebrated with devotion and grandeur in Nandapur, with all traditional rituals (Nitikanti Vidhi) being observed. Every goddess shrine in the block area, including those in rural villages, is immersed in festivity. At the Hundi Devi Peeth in the rural region, the Nitikanti ritual of Saptami was held on Monday. At the Batri Batrisa Singhasan Peeth, the…
Odisha Cabinet Approves 10-Hour Workday Under Labour Law Amendments
Bhubaneswar, 4th Oct 2025: In a significant move to attract new industries and investments, boost factory productivity, and increase workers’ earnings through extended overtime, the Odisha government has amended key labour laws — namely the Odisha Shops and Commercial Establishments Act, 1956 and the Factories Act, 1948. This proposal by the Labour Department was approved by the State Cabinet today, chaired by Chief Minister Mohan…
Teachers Oppose SIA Work During Puja Holidays, Seek Postponement
Bhubaneswar, 4th Oct 2025: Primary school teachers have been appointed as Booth Level Officers (BLOs) for election-related duties. As part of this, they are engaged in various voter-related activities. Currently, the Special Intensive Revision (SIA) of the electoral roll is underway in the state. However, in Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation’s North Zone, teachers were assigned SIA duties during the Puja holidays, sparking strong opposition from the…
State to Implement Homestay Establishment Scheme for Rural Tourism
Bhubaneswar, 4th Oct 2025: Tourists will now stay in rural homes as the Homestay Establishment Scheme is set to be implemented across the state. This scheme will remain active for five years, from the financial year 2025–26 to 2029–30. The primary goal of this initiative is to promote homestay accommodations in rural and lesser-known areas of Odisha, encourage community participation in tourism, generate local employment,…
District Kinnar Association Extends Financial Aid to Needy Families
Nabarangpur, 4th Oct 2025: : On the occasion of Maa Durga Puja in Kosagumuda, the District Kinnar Association extended financial assistance to members of the local Puja Committee. During the event, several committee members including Sarpanch Haribandhu Bhatara were present. From the Kinnar Association, President Kajal Kinnar, Secretary Chumuki Kinnar, along with Smruti, Preeti, Anita, Barsha, Baidi, Radha, Tulasi, Shibani, Kavita, and Ipsita Kinnar prominently…