Kakatpur,4th Sept 2025: Shri Jagannath Pala Research and Training Center, Konark’s founder, editor, and singer Anand Raut, son of Basanu Kumar Raut from Gop Block, Muruda village, has been honored with a doctorate degree by the Ghadia Charitable Trust, Bhubaneswar. Singer Anand Raut is a highly talented personality. After his career in teaching, he dedicated himself to the study of Utkaliya Pala culture since 1980.…
Eco-Friendly Ganesh Idol Crafted From Millets, Maize Becomes Symbol of Sustainabilit
Nabarangpur:4th Sept 2025: In an age when excessive use of chemical fertilizers is degrading the fertility of agricultural land, a local artisan from Nabarangpur has come up with a unique and eco-friendly solution. Through his craft, he is delivering a powerful message to society by creating a green Ganesh idol made entirely of natural materials like millets (mandia) and maize, instead of toxic paints or…
Voluntary Worker Jayanti Selected for Prestigious National Award in Delhi
Malkangiri, 4th Sept 2025: Jayanti Buruda, a senior voluntary worker from Malkangiri district and the founder of the “Badididi” organization, will soon travel to New Delhi to receive the prestigious national-level Martha Farrell Award on September 20. She is being honored for her outstanding contribution to women empowerment. During the selection process for this award, 100 women from 20 states across India were considered. Ultimately, only…
Central Team Arrives in Malkangiri to Finalize District Congress President
Malkangiri, 4th Sept 2025: A central delegation of the Indian National Congress arrived in Malkangiri today to oversee the selection process for the new District Congress President. At a press conference held at the District Congress Bhawan in Malkangiri town, senior party leaders shared details of the process. Among the delegation were: Raghavendra Singh, MLA from Chhattisgarh and AICC member Dasharath Gamang, MLA from Mohana,…
MP Reviews Progress of Departmental Activities in Malkangiri
Malkangiri, 4th Sept 2025: A review meeting was held in the District Council Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Lok Sabha MP Eng. Balabhadra Majhi. In the meeting, District Collector Somesh Kumar Upadhyay welcomed all attendees and instructed officials to present the developmental activities undertaken by their respective departments. On this occasion, the MP instructed all departmental officers to prepare action plans and set targets…
Law Minister Announces Total Ban on Cow Slaughter and Transport
Puri,4th Sept 2025: Cows hold an incomparable place in Indian culture and tradition. However, in recent times, there has been a significant rise in brutal killings and illegal transport of cows across the country, including Odisha. This has become a matter of serious concern. Despite previous opposition, earlier governments did not take the issue seriously. Now, the state government has launched a new initiative to…
Adishakti Trust Organizes Temple Tour in Nayagarh
Bhubaneswar , 4th Sept 2025: The Adishakti Trust recently organized a temple tour in Nayagarh district. The event was coordinated by Dr. Narayan Mahapatra, Suresh Mishra, Trilochan Nayak, Bhagaban Das, Bansidhar Nayak, Bijay Kumar Panda, Ajay Das, and Chakradhar Majhi. As part of the program, around 85 participants visited several temples in Nayagarh on Sunday, including: Ram Mandir, Fatehgarh New Vaishnavi Devi Temple Sharana Kula…
Rooftop Solar Scheme in Odisha to Cost Just Rs 5,000 for Households
Bhubaneswar,4th Sept 2025: Now, an electricity consumer in Odisha can install a 1-kilowatt rooftop solar system by paying just Rs 5,000. Although the actual cost of a 1 kW solar system is around Rs 60,000, both the central and state governments are jointly offering a subsidy of Rs 55,000, enabling the consumer to avail the system at a nominal cost. At a press conference, Gajanan…
Forest Dept Probes Illegal Felling of 350+ Teak Trees in Bandikara Beat
Lakshmipur, 4th Sept 2025: In the Lakshmipur forest range of Koraput district, over 350 teak trees have allegedly been felled in the Bandikara forest beat area. Currently, the biggest question is who cut these valuable trees and under what circumstances. The Forest Department has begun an investigation into when and by whom the rare teak trees were cut, and where the felled timber was taken.…
Forest Dept Probes Illegal Felling of 350+ Teak Trees in Bandikara Beat
Lakshmipur, 4th Sept 2025: In the Lakshmipur forest range of Koraput district, over 350 teak trees have allegedly been felled in the Bandikara forest beat area. Currently, the biggest question is who cut these valuable trees and under what circumstances. The Forest Department has begun an investigation into when and by whom the rare teak trees were cut, and where the felled timber was taken.…