Nabarangpur, 25th Aug 2025: At Dabugaon Bhairav Higher Secondary School in Nabarangpur district, a grand ceremony was held today to mark the Tobacco-Free Campaign Programme for Youth. The event was presided over by the school president. The chief guest was NCD Counsellor Sushil Manoj Karkara from Dabugaon Community Health Centre. The honoured guests included teacher Santosh Kumar Singh Lal, Red Cross Counsellor and teacher Shiva…
Heavy Security Deployed on Lakshmanananda Saraswati’s Death Anniversary
Phulbani,25th Aug 2025: On the occasion of Janmashtami and the death anniversary of Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswati, security arrangements have been tightened at Chakapada. On his 17th death anniversary, heartfelt tributes were paid to the great saint. Swamiji was not confined to the identity of a Hindu monk. His personality extended far beyond. He was a sharp voice against fraudulent caste certificates, land grabs of tribals,…
Foundation Ritual Marks Beginning of Durga Puja Preparations at Papadahandi
Papadahandi,25th Aug 2025: The Papadahandi Maa Sarbajanin Durga Puja Committee performed Bhumipuja (groundbreaking ritual) and Shubha Khunti Sthapana (auspicious pole installation) today at the Kalinga Samaj Bus Stand premises in preparation for the upcoming Durga Puja on October 2. On the sacred occasion of Janmashtami, the rituals were conducted in the morning by priest Purnachandra Nayak. The event was held under the leadership of Committee…
Government Considers Reservation for Transgender Community
Bhubaneswar, 25th Aug 2025: Reservation will be introduced for members of the transgender community. A special protection law will be enforced. Application forms will now have a separate column for transgender applicants. The Secretary of the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities has issued a letter regarding this. All departments have been directed to take immediate action.
Devotees Celebrate Shri Krishna Janma Mahotsav With Great Fervor
Belguntha,25th Aug 2025: Saraswati Shishu Vidya Bhavan, Belguntha, organized the Shri Krishna Janma Mahotsav and Nanda Utsav at the local Town Hall with great enthusiasm. Students, dressed as Radha and Krishna, performed various cultural dances that mesmerized the audience. The event was graced by Dr. Savita Behera as the Chief Guest, Rajendra Das Brahmachari as the Chief Speaker, and several distinguished guests including Press Club…
Faculty Crunch Hits Utkal University’s Law Department
Bhubaneswar,25th Aug 2025: Utkal University authorities are troubled over poor student attendance. Since the start of the academic session, students have been urged to attend classes regularly. But the students argue, “Why should we come if there are no teachers to teach?” The University Law Department is currently running without any professors, leading to this situation. According to reports, a total of 80 students have…
VSSUT Implements New Dress Code for Students
Burla:25th Aug 2025: A dress code has been introduced for the first time at Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT). The rule applies to first-year students admitted in the academic session 2025–26. For male students, wearing a formal pant and shirt is compulsory. For female students, a salwar-kameez with waistcoat is mandatory. For safety reasons, pattas or scarves have been prohibited. The pant, salwar, and waistcoat will be navy…
Women’s Degree College Hosts ‘Nasha Mukt Bharat’ Awareness Drive
Nabarangpur, 25th Aug 2025: A “Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan” (Drug-Free India Programme) was organized at Nabarangpur Women’s Degree College. The event was presided over by the college Principal, Mrs. Makshaleswari Sahu, who explained to the students how the nation can move towards becoming free from addiction. On this occasion, essay and debate competitions were held among the students. At the beginning of the programme, all…
Darkness Continues: 342 Kandhamal Villages Yet to Get Power Supply
Phulbani, 25th Aug 2025: Even after 78 years of Independence, around 342 villages in Kandhamal district remain in complete darkness without electricity. The problem is most severe in remote and hilly forested areas, where evening descends into total darkness. People live in constant fear of wild animals. Due to lack of electricity, villagers also face difficulties in mobile connectivity and online services. Kandhamal district has…
State Cabinet Clears 7 Key Proposals in Landmark Meeting
Bhubaneswar, 25th Aug 2025: 7 Major Cabinet Decisions” 1. A Directorate will be established for the better management of museums. 2. The Cooperation Department will convert 38 mandis into model mandis. 3. 8 new government nursing colleges will be set up. 4. The Odisha Nursing Education Service Rules 2025 have been approved. 5. Approval granted for a 24×7 water supply project in Sambalpur. 6. LED street lights…