New Delhi, 5th Sept 2025: In a historic decision, the GST Council has restructured the GST slabs, aimed at reducing the financial burden on farmers, the middle class, and the general public. Key GST Slab Changes: Only 5Percent and 18Percent GST slabs retained 12Percent and 28Percent slabs eliminated A new 40Percent GST slab introduced for: Harmful products (e.g., tobacco, pan masala, cigarettes) Ultra-luxury goods Effective from:…
OERC Invites Public Opinion on Power Distribution Standards
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: Despite having a provision for compensation to electricity consumers for service disruptions since 2004, power distribution companies in Odisha have failed to implement it effectively for the past 21 years. These consumer rights have largely remained confined to documents like the Electricity Supply Code. Now, the Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) has taken steps to revamp the system. It has issued…
Probe Ordered into No-Confidence Motion Against Block Chairperson
Kotpad,5th Sept 2025: A no-confidence motion submitted against the Block Chairperson of Kundura Block, Koraput district, is currently under investigation by the local Block Development Officer (BDO). As per the instructions of Jeypore Sub-Collector A. Shasya Reddy, the BDO P. Manasmita today reviewed the no-confidence proposal at the Kundura Panchayat Samiti Office, in the presence of local Sarpanches and Samiti Members. A total of 14…
Three Kotpad Teachers Chosen for Chief Minister’s Education Award
Kotpad,5th Sept 2025: Three teachers from the Kotpad region have been nominated for the Chief Minister’s Education Award. Brahmadatta Mishra, a science teacher at Kotpad PM SHRI Higher Secondary School, has been recognized for his innovative teaching methods across various subjects. Through his efforts, students have successfully participated in science project exhibitions at block, sub-divisional, district, state, and national levels, bringing recognition and prestige to…
Government Imposes Ban on MLAs, MPs Recommending Teacher Transfers
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025:A meeting of the Odisha Legislative Assembly Standing Committee-4 was held on Wednesday under the chairmanship of MLA Purnachandra Sethy. During the meeting, the committee members strongly opposed the recommendations of MLAs and MPs in the transfer process of teachers. The primary focus of the discussion was to stop the interference of public representatives in teacher transfers. Earlier, even the High Court…
Primary Teachers’ Association Seeks Amendment in Anganwadi Appointment Rules
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: In an effort to improve the quality of pre-primary education, the state government has emphasized the opening of Shishu Batikas (pre-schools) in schools. To support these Shishu Batikas, the government had issued guidelines for the appointment of Shishu Sebikas (childcare workers). However, the Primary School Teachers’ Association has raised objections, arguing that the current guidelines prevent the effective appointment of these…
Teachers Threaten Stir if Central Pay Scale, Old Pension Not Implemented
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: The Primary Teachers’ Association has demanded that primary school teachers be given salary and pension under the central pay scale. The association has alleged that the government has implemented the new education policy for the current academic year without developing the school infrastructure or appointing the required teachers. The association also complained that the government issued an order to appoint Anganwadi…
Primary Teachers’ Union Announces Protest During Assembly Session
Bhubaneswar, 5th Sept 2025: The Primary Teachers’ Union (PISSTA) has announced that they will stage a protest during the upcoming Odisha Legislative Assembly session. The union has expressed deep concerns about the neglect of primary education development in the state. Despite vacancies remaining unfilled in primary schools, no adequate steps have been taken to address these issues. The union points out that the implementation of…
Child Care Aware of Missouri Hires Community Support Specialist
Affrika Blackmon brings 10 years of social services experience to the growing nonprofit. (St. Louis, Mo., Sept. 4, 2025) Child Care Aware of Missouri (CCAMO) recently named Affrika Blackmon as one of its Community Support Specialists. With more than 10 years of experience in social services, Blackmon will focus on connecting families, child care providers, and community members with the information and support they need…
Primary Teachers’ Union Announces Protest During Assembly Session
Bhubaneswar,4th Sept 2025: The Primary Teachers’ Union (PISSTA) has announced that they will stage a protest during the upcoming Odisha Legislative Assembly session. The union has expressed deep concerns about the neglect of primary education development in the state. Despite vacancies remaining unfilled in primary schools, no adequate steps have been taken to address these issues. The union points out that the implementation of the…