Bhubaneswar, 22nd Aug 2025: A total of 22,896 Group C positions across 10 departments of the state government are set to be filled very soon. The Chief Secretary has directed that vacant positions be completed through direct recruitment by August 31. School & Mass Education Department: 8,358 positions Panchayati Raj Department: 4,042 positions Health Department: 3,677 positions Across all 10 departments, there are a total…
Protecting the Environment Today Secures Tomorrow’s Generations
Nabarangpur, 22nd Aug 2025: The environment is being completely degraded, with forests disappearing and water being misused. To prevent this, every individual should plant a tree in the name of their mother and take care of it, ensuring environmental protection for future generations. At Nabarangpur Vidya Niketan College, a “Paribesh Panchayat” (Environmental Assembly) organized by Sambad highlighted this issue. The chief guest, MLA Gaurishankar Majhi,…
Sanskrit Week Celebrated with Enthusiasm at Nabarangpur Women’s College
Nabarangpur, 22nd Aug 2025: Under the direction of the Higher Education Department, Odisha, Sanskrit Week was celebrated at Nabarangpur Women’s College. The college principal, Smt. Maleshwari Sahu, explained to the students the objectives and significance of observing Sanskrit Week. She encouraged the students to adopt Sanskrit in their daily lives and highlighted how the language can play a role in promoting culture and values in…
RI and Amin Preliminary Exam to Be Held in October
Bhubaneswar,22nd Aug 2025: The preliminary examinations for the canceled posts of RI (Revenue Inspector) and Amin have been announced. The exams will be conducted between October and November. The examination will be computer-based (CBT). It will cover recruitment for AI, RI, Amin, and ICDS Supervisor positions. The notification has been issued by the Odisha Subordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC). All previous processes have been canceled,…
‘Naveen’ Magazine Marks Foundation Day with Celebration in Brahmapur
Brahmapur, 22nd Aug 2025: The 96th Foundation Day of the weekly magazine Naveen, established by Mahuri Raja Krupasindhu Narayan Dev, was celebrated at the Brahmapur Independent Exhibition Hall. The event was presided over by Rabi Rath, editor of Naveen. Prof. Manmatha Padhi, former Vice-Chancellor of Khallikote University, attended as the chief guest and highlighted Naveen’s contribution to Odisha’s literary community and its role in recognizing…
Primary Teachers Urge Implementation of Pending Schematic Appointment Proposal
Bhubaneswar, 22nd Aug 2025:A meeting was held by the School and Mass Education Department to discuss regularization of primary teacher appointments and proper administrative arrangements. Following this, a letter was issued on August 2 proposing schematic appointments for teachers. However, a subsequent departmental letter withdrawing this proposal has caused concern among primary school teachers appointed under the schematic system. They are now demanding that the…
Chief Secretary Chairs Secretary-Level Meeting on 10 Key Focus Areas
Bhubaneswar, 22nd Aug 2025: A secretary-level meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Chief Secretary, with special focus on 10 key areas. AI cameras to be installed in all government offices. First phase: Kharavela Bhawan and Lok Seva Bhawan. Later: All district-level government offices. Emphasis on ensuring punctual attendance of employees. Close monitoring of underperforming officers. Stress on compulsory early retirement if no improvement is…
Nabarangpur Hosts Seasonal Relationship Festival with Enthusiasm
Nabarangpur, 22nd Aug 2025: A family-oriented Seasonal Relationship Festival was held at the Siddhi Vinayak Temple Kalyan Mandap in Rajusahi, Nabarangpur. On this occasion, Bijay Bihari Mohapatra, who has recently been appointed as a member of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Appellate Tribunal, Government of India, was felicitated with a citation and a ceremonial scarf. The festival, organized under the leadership of Santosh Kumar…
BJP Leads Swachh Bharat Abhiyan Drive in Umerkote
Umerkote,22nd Aug 2025: Umerkote unit of the BJP in Nabarangpur district organized a Swachh Bharat Abhiyan, conducting cleanliness drives at various locations in the town with the participation of all party workers. As per the central government’s decision and guidelines, a series of programmes are being held from August 10 to 14 to mark the Kranti Month coinciding with Independence Day. These include the Swachh…
Dispute Emerges in Balangir Over Prices of Generic vs. Branded Medicines
Balangir, 22nd Aug 2025: All medicines sold in the country—whether imported or manufactured domestically, generic or branded—are required to meet the same quality standards as prescribed under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940 of the Government of India. According to information obtained by RTI activist Hemanta Panda from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO), the law does not provide separate rules or distinct definitions…