Bhubaneswar, 19th Sept 2025: AI will identify ineligible beneficiaries of housing schemes. Action will be taken against those who have already built houses under PMAY or Antyodaya but were not eligible. Those who have acquired houses despite being wealthy or ineligible will face strict action. The distribution process of PMAY (Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana) houses will begin very soon . Houses will be allotted to people in a phased manner. This…
Nabarangpur District Observes Mass Plantation Under “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”
Nabarangpur, 19th Sept 2025: In line with the nationwide initiative “Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam”, launched by the Central Government last year for environmental protection, the second edition of the campaign will witness the plantation of 75 lakh trees in a single day across Odisha on 17th September 2025. Accordingly, the district administration of Nabarangpur has taken all necessary preparations. Participation Across All Sectors On…
Political Temperature Soars in Nuapada Ahead of By-election
Nuapada, 19th Sept 2025: Following the demise of Nuapada MLA Rajendra Dholakia, political activity in the region has intensified ahead of the by-election. Within the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), discussions are gaining momentum that Rajendra’s son, Joy Dholakia, will be the party’s candidate. There is widespread public sympathy for the Dholakia family. In fact, Rajendra Dholakia served as Minister of Planning and Coordination in the…
Pride for Undivided Koraput: Jeypore’s Chid Che to Play in Odisha Pro T20 League
Koraput, 19th Sept 2025: A happy moment for undivided Koraput! Chid Che of Jeypore will play in the Odisha Pro T20 League. The matches will be telecast live on Star Sports. The league began today. Babulal Raut, the father of player Aditya, is hopeful that his son will perform well.
New Pension Scheme Teachers’ Association Stages Protest Rally
Nabarangpur, 19th Sept 2025: The New Pension Scheme Teachers’ Association of Government High Schools in Nabarangpur district organized a protest rally and meeting demanding justice for teachers appointed between 2004 and 2013. Active members of the association from all 10 blocks of the district participated in large numbers. These teachers, who were appointed as contractual teachers during the financial crisis of the Odisha Government, rendered…
Traffic Chaos Grips Koraput Town
Koraput, 19th Sept 2025: The traffic system in Koraput town is becoming increasingly chaotic day by day. Traffic is regulated only at the main Traffic Square and the road connecting to the Police Headquarters. However, traffic violations are visible in various busy parts of the town. At some places, even though traffic signal posts exist in name, no one actually follows them. Frequent minor and…
RC and Driving License to Be Cancelled for Making Reels or Video Calls While Drivin
Cuttack, 19th Sept 2025: Drivers using mobile phones to make reels or video calls while driving will face cancellation of their vehicle registration (RC) and driving license. It has been observed that many drivers dangerously engage in recording reels or videos on their mobile phones while driving. Such behavior not only endangers the driver but also poses serious risks to other road users. To control…
Colorful Celebrations Mark Vishwakarma Puja in Malkangiri
Malkangiri, 19th Sept 2025: Vishwakarma Puja was celebrated with great grandeur and devotion across Malkangiri district. On this occasion, puja ceremonies were conducted at various locations throughout the district. At the Electricity Department office located in Malkangiri town, a special and independent puja was held, where all the staff members participated with full faith, seeking the blessings of Lord Vishwakarma. In different parts of the…
Beturu Villagers Left Out of Housing Scheme Benefits
Kashipur, 19th Sept 2025: While the government is allocating crores of rupees in grants under various housing schemes to ensure that no poor person is left homeless, for many eligible beneficiaries, this dream remains unfulfilled. One such glaring example is Beturu Majhi of Dumurijhodi village in Dodapanchayat under Kashipur Block of Rayagada district. Unless you see Beturu’s miserable condition with your own eyes, it’s hard…
Free Bus Service Rolled Out for School Students
Bhubaneswar, 19th Sept 2025: From now on, school students will be able to avail free bus services. By simply showing their school ID card or wearing school uniform, they will not be required to pay any fare while traveling in the bus. This facility will be available only in OSRTC (Odisha State Road Transport Corporation) buses, under the Chief Minister’s Bus Service Scheme, according to…