Jagatsinghpur ,11th Sept 2025: A “Bhadra Literary Gathering” was organized by the Jagatsinghpur Sahitya Parishad at the Alaka Ashram premises. The event was presided over by renowned storyteller and President Er. Bishnu Sahu. Distinguished guests at the event included Dr. Surendranath Tripathi (eminent litterateur), Pitambar Mahapatra (editor of Ashadha magazine), and poet Ajay Kumar Behera, who shed light on the stream of lyrical poetry. Other…
Potato Farmers Still Await Subsidy Payment
Nabarangpur, 11th Sept 2025: It has already been over a month since the potato harvesting season ended in the district. However, farmers have still not received their subsidy payments. As a result, many farmers have expressed their dissatisfaction. In the 2024-25 agricultural year, potatoes were cultivated on 160 hectares of land in the district. In the 2025-26 agricultural year, around 4,200 farmers from 10 blocks…
Bhujabala Upper Primary School Surrounded by Problems
Kolnara, 11th Sept 2025: The government upper primary school located in Bhubachana village under the Kolnara block’s Buk Satar panchayat is plagued by multiple issues. Despite informing the administration about these problems, no solution has been provided, leading to growing dissatisfaction among parents. Though the school is located just 1.5 km away from the block and panchayat office, the lack of attention from the administration…
DJ Music Banned During Durga Puja Immersion Processions
Bhubaneswar, 11th Sept 2025: This year, DJs, laser lights, and firecrackers have been prohibited during the Durga Puja immersion. The immersion of the goddess will be allowed only with traditional music. Laser lights will not be allowed during the immersion procession. A strict ban has also been imposed on bursting firecrackers during the event. This decision was taken during a meeting held at the Police Seva Bhavan.
Local MLA Inaugurates New Cattle Shelter in Jeypore
Jeypore, 11th Sept 2025: On the occasion of Local Self-Governance Day, several newly constructed facilities including a cattle shelter, park, and MCC (Micro Composting Center) were inaugurated by Jeypore MLA Taraprasad Bahinipati, under the auspices of the Jeypore Municipality in Koraput district. Among the inaugurated projects were: A new cattle shelter A park at Meghamal Tota in Jeypore An MCC facility at Makaput A new…
President of Clerical Association Assures Members: Government Keen to Fulfil Demands
Jeypore,11th Sept 2025: A significant meeting of the Odisha Clerical Association was held at the conference hall of the Group Education Officer’s Office in Jeypore. The meeting was organized under the leadership of Shri Shashibhusan Dash, President of the Odisha Clerical Association (Koraput District Branch) and State Additional General Secretary. A large number of clerks from various departments participated in the meeting. While presiding over…
Former Councillors and Ex-Chairpersons Hold Important Meeting in Jeypore Municipality
Jeypore, 11th Sept 2025: On the occasion of Local Self-Governance Day, a significant meeting was held today at a hotel near Bell Road in Jeypore, Koraput district. The meeting was attended by former all-party councillors and former chairpersons of the Jeypore Municipality. During this meeting, it was proposed to form an association of former councillors, and the main objective discussed was the upgradation of Jeypore…
Former Palia Sarpanch Passes Away
Jharigaon |11th Sept 2025: Chaitanya Pujari, the former Sarpanch of Palia Gram Panchayat under Jharigaon block in Nabarangpur district, passed away yesterday at 1:30 PM, according to sources. Late Chaitanya Pujari was a politician, social worker, philanthropist, peacemaker, and a soft-spoken individual. His demise has deeply saddened the residents of Palia Panchayat. He served as the Sarpanch of Palia Panchayat from 1997 to 2002, during…
Governor on Three-Day Visit to Koraput; Focus on Boosting Coffee Cultivation
Koraput, 11th Sept 2025: There is potential for coffee cultivation on 4 lakh hectares of land in Koraput district. However, currently, only 4,000 hectares are being cultivated despite favorable climate, proper infrastructure, and unique flavor. Even though Koraput coffee has a distinct taste and growing conditions, it has not yet made a significant mark in global markets. During his three-day visit to Koraput, Governor Dr.…
Odisha Unveils Draft Vehicle Policy 2025 to Promote Green and Safe Mobility
Bhubaneswar, 11th Sept 2025: The Department of Commerce and Transport, Government of Odisha, has released a draft proposal for the upcoming Odisha Vehicle Policy 2025. Previously, under the 2021 EV Policy, a target of 20% EV adoption over 4 years was set. Despite government incentives, only 9Percent of vehicles on the roads currently are electric. To accelerate the transition and meet the goals, the government is…