Bhubaneswar, 18th Aug 2025: Leader of the Opposition and former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has reportedly fallen ill. He has been admitted to a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. A few days ago, Naveen had undergone surgery at Kokilaben Hospital in Mumbai and returned, but his health condition is still not fully stable, sources said. During the recent general elections too, reports of his ill health…
Another Low-Pressure System Forms, Heavy Rain Likely Till 21st
Bhubaneswar,18th Aug 2025: The state is currently experiencing monsoon rains due to a low-pressure system. However, another low-pressure area is likely to form over the northwest adjoining west-central Bay of Bengal region by the evening of August 18. As a result, rainfall is expected to continue across the state till the 21st, according to the Regional Meteorological Centre. A Yellow Warning for rain has been…
Central Reserve Police Celebrate Independence Day with Patriotic Zeal
Nabarangpur:18th Aug 2025: The 79th Independence Day was celebrated at the 12th Battalion of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) in Nabarangpur. The CRPF was formed even before the country achieved independence. Speaking on the occasion, Commandant N.K.K. Prasad said that India had suffered long years of slavery—first under the Mughals and then under the British. Yet, despite vast diversity in language and geography, the…
Teachers Stage Protest on Gandhi Marg, Demand Five-Point Charter
Bhubaneswar, 18th Aug 2025: Teachers and employees from various categories staged a massive protest at Gandhi Marg today, raising their voices for a five-point charter of demands. Beginning from Master Canteen, they marched in a rally to Lower PMG, where they held a large gathering and submitted their demands to the government. Several MLAs and leaders from different organizations addressed the assembly, including BJD legislators…
The Sacrifice of Martyrs Will Always Be Remembered
Bhubaneswar, 18th Aug 2025: At the program “Maa Tujhe Salaam”, the dignitaries seated on the stage (from left) were: Group Captain Punit Jillar, Commander Vaibhav Vijay Kalisakar, Colonel Rohit Kumar Singh, Indian Coast Guard Commandant Sunil Dari, BSF IG Avtar Singh Sahi, Odisha Bhaskar Managing Director Madhu Mahari, CRPF IG Amitendra Nath Sinha, Odisha Police (SAP) RK Anash Kumar, Varsel Piyush Bhardwal, and Odisha Bhaskar’s…
Farmers Block Road at Kotpad LAMPS Over Urea Shortage
Kotpad, 18th Aug 2025: Today, farmers of the Kotpad region staged a road blockade on National Highway-66 in front of the Kotpad LAMPS office, demanding adequate supply of urea fertilizer. The farmers, forming human chains and sitting in protest, alleged that despite waiting like “Chetak horses ready for battle,” neither fertilizer is being supplied nor any support extended. They questioned how farming can continue and…
79th Independence Day Celebrated with Patriotic Fervour at Gandhi Chhak, Kotpad
Kotpad , 18th Aug 2025: 79th Independence Day was celebrated at Gandhi Chhak, Kotpad, under the chairmanship of Independence Day Committee President Tidul Sethi. In this flag-hoisting ceremony, the chief guest, local MLA Rupug Bhattarai, hoisted the National Flag. The stage was conducted by Committee Secretary Dr. Ganesh Chandra Panda. At the beginning of the program, floral tributes were offered to the statue of the…
Parade Winners and Best Employees Felicitated in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur,18th Aug 2025: At the district-level Independence Day parade ground in Nabarangpur, a total of 26 educational institutions and police platoons participated. Students presented patriotic and cultural programs. Parade competition winners were felicitated by the Chief Guest. Group A (Senior Uniform): Winner – NCC, Nabarangpur College; Runner-up – NCC, Ekalavya Model School. Group B (Uniform): Winner – Red Cross (RCD High School); Runner-up – Scouts, Saraswati…
Har Ghar Tiranga Rally Organized at Kotpad College
Kotpad, 18th Aug 2025: Har Ghar Tiranga rally was organized at Gandhi Chhak, Kotpad, under the chairmanship of the 79th Independence Day Committee President Tidul Sethi. In this program, the National Flag was hoisted by the local MLA, Rupu Bhattarai, who was the chief guest. The stage was conducted by Committee Secretary Dr. Ganesh Chandra Panda. At the beginning of the program, floral tributes were…
Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s Death Anniversary Observed in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, 18th Aug 2025: The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) observed the death anniversary of Bharat Ratna late Atal Bihari Vajpayee on Saturday. Speaking on the occasion, Daitari Majhi highlighted the late leader’s principles, ideals, morality, and patriotism. Among those present at the program were Nabarangpur MLA Gaurishankar Majhi, Pindu Mishra, Simanchal Bishoyi, Ashwini Das, Rajendra Bishoyi, Debadas Mahangud, Gitanjali Mahapatra, Sukanti Behera, Poonam Sahu, along…