Tentulikhunti, 19th Aug 2025: In the native village of former MLA Sadashiv Pradhani, Patraput, the main road connecting Patraput and Anchalagumma has developed large potholes. Two significant depressions have formed on the culvert section of the road, causing a major traffic bottleneck. Although the road was constructed last year, it has deteriorated and developed potholes before the work could be fully completed. Considering the government…
Agricultural Significance of Rakhi Purnima: A Festival for Farmers’ Prosperity
Bhubaneswar, 19th Aug 2025: Ghamapurnima and the birth anniversary of Lord Balabhadra. The festival also reflects traditional agricultural practices. Rakhi Purnima is celebrated as the birthday of Lord Balabhadra. Farmers tie a Rakhi (sacred thread) to the bulls and feed them with special pithas (rice cakes). On this day, bulls are also worshipped. In villages, it is customary to plaster the front of homes with…
Indian Workers’ Union Leads Tree Plantation Drive
Kolnara,19th Aug 2025: A tree plantation programme was organized by the Indian Workers’ Union. Medicinal and sapling trees were planted in the premises of Shiva Mandir, Padia Chariparshva, and Hanuman Mandir near Amalabhata Chowk in Rayagada block. The event was organized under the leadership of BMS District Working President Dharm Singh Nag and District Editor Ganesh Kumar Sahu. The programme was attended by distinguished guests…
Only 72.9 Percent of Odisha Children Exclusively Breastfed, Report Reveals
Bhubaneswar, 19th Aug 2025: Mother’s milk is like nectar. Breastfeeding keeps newborns healthy. To spread awareness about its importance, every year from August 1 to 7, World Breastfeeding Week is observed across the country. The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, through the National Health Mission, spends crores of rupees on celebrations and awareness campaigns. However, in Odisha, the situation has shown little improvement. Dependence…
“Aas Skul Jiba” Programme Organized at Junapani Ashram School
Nabarangpur, 19th Aug 2025: The “Aas Skul Jiba” programme for the academic year 2025–26 was organized at Junapani Ashram School in Chandahandi block of Nabarangpur district, managed by the Welfare Department. The event was held under the chairmanship of Headmaster Rimichan Chauhan. Chief Guest of the programme was Bhimasen Dangari, President of the “Mo School” Committee, while the Chief Speaker was Hem Majhi, Chairperson of…
Nuakhai Festival Observed with Devotion at Belagaon Mahima Ashram
Nabarangpur, 19th Aug 2025: The Nuakhai festival was celebrated at the Mahima Ashram in Belagaon Panchayat under Jharigaon block of Nabarangpur district, under the guidance of Brahm Avadhuta Ramachandra Baba. Devotees from the Bakaldhari Mahima community of Jharigaon and Chandahandi blocks attended the event with their families and partook of the newly harvested grain (Nabanna). On the Trayodashi tithi (13th day of the bright fortnight…
The Dos and Don’ts of Choosing the Right Pet Boarding Centre
By – Rinky Gupta & Pratik Sheth, Founders – Barker and Meowsky If you’ve ever packed your bags for a trip and felt those guilty puppy eyes (or the slow blink of your cat), you know the emotional tug of leaving your pet behind. The choice of where they’ll stay while you’re away can make all the difference for them and for you. At Barker…
India’s Most Anticipated Literary Awards, the Crossword Book Awards
Mumbai, August 18th, 2025: Crossword Bookstores, the country’s most cherished literary destination, has announced the jury for the Crossword Book Awards 2025. Continuing its legacy as India’s most respected celebration of literature, this year’s edition brings together a stellar 15-member jury panel of acclaimed writers, editors, journalists, business leaders, and cultural commentators, setting the stage for an exciting literary season. Talking about the jury and…
5 Reasons Why Steamed South Indian Dishes Are Healthier and Cleaner
The right kind of cooking is also a quiet declaration of care. And steaming, perhaps more than any other method, carries that grace effortlessly. It respects the ingredients, the eater, and even the kitchen that prepares it. In South Indian cuisine, especially at places like Kamats Legacy that honour heritage and hygiene in equal measure, steamed dishes occupy a special place not only on the…
Malkangiri Declares Holiday for All Schools and Anganwadi Centres on August 18
Malkangiri, 18th Aug 2025: As per the instructions of the District Collector of Malkangiri, all types of schools and Anganwadi centres in the district will remain closed on August 18. According to the forecast of the India Meteorological Department, very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall accompanied by thunder and lightning is likely in Malkangiri district on August 18. In view of ensuring the safety of students, the District…