Nabarangpur, 18th Aug 2025: The 79th Independence Day was celebrated in Nabarangpur on Friday. At 4:30 a.m., the District Information and Public Relations Office organized a Ramdhun recital across the town. At 7:00 a.m., the District Collector, Additional District Collector, Deputy Collector, Zilla Parishad President, Chief Development Officer, school students, teachers, and citizens offered floral tributes at the statues of eminent personalities in different parts…
Fertilizer Shortage Sparks Farmer Unrest, Stones Pelted
Nabarangpur, 18th Aug 2025: A shortage of fertilizer has been continuing in Kosagumuda block of Nabarangpur district. On Saturday, during the fertilizer distribution, an unpleasant situation arose. Amidst the jostling for fertilizer, two women fell ill and were admitted to the hospital. Frustrated farmers standing in the queue resorted to pelting stones at the office premises. Fertilizer distribution was carried out in the presence of…
Berhampur’s MKCG Hospital Still Without Burn Care Facility
Berhampur,18th Aug 2025: Even after 60 years of establishment, the Maharaja Krushna Chandra Gajapati (MKCG) Medical College and Hospital in Berhampur has been facing allegations of failing to provide advanced and modern healthcare services to patients. Serving not only South Odisha but also patients from across the state, this premier institution has lagged behind in certain key areas of modern medicine. One of the glaring…
1,090 Individuals Honoured with Medals on Independence Da
Delhi, 18th Aug 2025: On the occasion of Independence Day, 1,090 individuals were awarded medals for their outstanding services in various fields. In the Police, Fire Service, Home Guard, and Civil Defence sectors, medals for gallantry and service were conferred. 233 people received Gallantry Medals. 99 people were awarded the President’s Medal for Distinguished Service. 758 people received the Meritorious Service Medal. From Odisha, 9 individuals…
Naveen Government Lays Foundation for Semiconductor Project
Bhubaneswar,18th Aug 2025: The BJD has stated that under the leadership of former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, the Odisha government had initiated the process of establishing semiconductor units in the state. The proposal for setting up two semiconductor units in Odisha was adopted during the 2nd edition of ‘Make in Odisha’ in December 2022, following which, in 2023, a dedicated policy for establishing semiconductor and…
‘Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan’ Campaign Organized in Koraput
Koraput,18th Aug 2025: At Semiliguda College, the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyan (Drug-Free India Campaign) was observed. The program was presided over by the Principal, Dr. Jhansi Singh. More than 1,100 students, along with all teachers, non-teaching staff, and former Principal Neelanchal Acharya, participated in the event. All participants together pledged to make Koraput district free from intoxicants. The program was coordinated by Dr. Ramesh Kumar,…
Matric Supplementary Results Declared
Cuttack, 18th Aug 2025: Board of Secondary Education, Odisha. State Open School Certificate Examination Results Declared. This year, 55.26% of students have passed. A total of 5,973 students qualified. 13 students passed with A2 Grade 232 students passed with B1 Grade 723 students qualified with B2 Grade 1,738 students qualified with C Grade 2,075 students passed with D Grade 1,192 students passed with E Grade
Panchayat Boundaries to Be Redrawn Before 2027, Blocks Before 2029 Elections
Bhubaneswar, 18th Aug 2025: The three-tier panchayat elections in Odisha are scheduled for 2027, but panchayat reorganization will be carried out before the polls, Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Supply Minister Rabin Narayan Nayak said. On Tuesday, Governor Dr. Raghubar Das reviewed the functioning of the Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Supply Department. He stressed that the benefits of central and state government schemes must…
CM Launches ‘MLALAD Portal’ for Transparent Fund Utilization
Bhubaneswar, 18th Aug 2025: The simplification of the MLA Local Area Development (MLALAD) guidelines aims to accelerate the execution of projects recommended by legislators. As per the new provisions, a work order must be issued within 30 days of an MLA’s recommendation. These revised guidelines are now more transparent, simple, and time-appropriate. Citizens will be able to check from home through the portal which projects…
Partition Horrors Remembrance Day Observed Across the Nation
Jeypore,18th Aug 2025: The Koraput BJP unit observed Partition Horrors Remembrance Day at the residence of MLA Raghuram Machh. In this program, Koraput MLA Raghuram Machh, District President Shiba Muduli, State Executive Member Purnima Nayak, former BJP District President Bijay Mishra, Chaitanya Hantal, along with several other BJP leaders and workers, were present. India is a secular nation. On the midnight of August 14, 1947,…