India Clocks in as Third Largest Smartphone Exporter Globally with Dolar 20 Billion Plus Shipments

New Delhi,25th July 2025:  In just a decade, India has transformed its image from a major importer of mobile phones to a leading exporter. In 2024, India exported mobile phones worth Dolar 20.5 billion ( Rs1.7 lakh crore), making it the third-largest mobile exporter in the world. This remarkable shift gained momentum following the introduction of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme, which accelerated domestic manufacturing…

Congress Steps In: Dry Food Distributed to Flood Affected Families in Aali Region

Aali 25th July 2025: While the majority of panchayats under Aali Assembly Constituency remain submerged due to relentless flooding over the past week, affected residents are still struggling in dire conditions. No significant relief materials have yet reached them from the government. Only a symbolic amount of cattle feed has been provided, which is grossly insufficient for people who are stranded in water-logged villages, unable…

Nabarangpur Launches ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan’ Honour Ceremony & Gears Up for Aspirational Haat

Nabarangpur.25th July 2025:  A grand event — the ‘Sampoornata Abhiyan’ Honour Ceremony and Aspirational Haat — is scheduled to be held at Police Padia, Nabarangpur, from August 2 to August 8. In preparation, a coordination meeting was held today at the District Council Conference Hall, chaired by Collector Dr. Subhankar Mahapatra. Highlights of the Meeting: The meeting was conducted following the agenda, and Aschara Bhanja,…

Women’s Safety Workshop Conducted at Nabarangpur College

Nabarangpur:25th July 2025: In accordance with the directives of the State Government’s Higher Education and School & Mass Education Departments, a workshop on women’s safety, gender-based violence, and sexual harassment awareness was held today at Nabarangpur College. Renowned social worker and ICC committee member Smt. Manorama Majhi attended the event as the chief guest. College Principal Sri D. Govinda Rao, ICC Chairperson Smt. Sangeeta Tripathy,…

102 Odisha High Schools Elevated to Higher Secondary Status

Bhubaneswar: 25th July 2025: In a major boost for school students across Odisha, 102 government high schools have been upgraded to Higher Secondary Schools (+2 level). This move will allow students to pursue Classes 11 and 12 (Plus Two) without needing to seek admission in separate colleges. Education and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond announced the development via platform X (formerly Twitter). Nabarangpur leads the…

“Raise Your Voice, Justice Will Follow,” Assures Deputy CM Prabhati Parida

Bhubaneswar,  25th July 2025: “Raise Your Voice – Justice Will Be Assured,” Says Deputy Chief Minister Prabhati Parida  “If you face harassment, speak out and resist it,” urged Deputy Chief Minister Prabhati Parida during a workshop on sexual harassment prevention. She emphasized that women’s safety is a top priority of the government. Expressing concern over the rising incidents, she advised, “Do not differentiate between sons and daughters—treat them equally.” She…

Odisha Government Announces Major IAS Reshuffle; Key Departmental Shifts Underway

Bhubaneswar, 25th July 2025:The Odisha government has implemented a fresh round of bureaucratic reshuffling at the IAS level, appointing top officers to critical administrative and departmental roles. Below are the key updates:  Senior IAS Postings: Hemant Sharma – Appointed as Additional Chief Secretary, Information & Public Relations Department Sachin Ramchandra Yadav – Designated as Secretary, Sports & Youth Services Department Bhupendra Singh Poonia – Assigned…

Election Commission to Announce Vice President Polls Soon

Delhi, 25th July 2025: An official notification for the Vice Presidential election will be issued shortly. The Election Commission has initiated the process for conducting the election. A new date for the election will be announced soon via notification. The Election Commission of India will declare the schedule officially. Background: Jagdeep Dhankhar resigned from the post citing health issues. Speculation is underway about who will become the next Vice…

President Accepts Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar’s Resignation

Delhi, 25th July 2025:  President Droupadi Murmu has officially accepted the resignation of Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar. Dhankhar tendered his resignation last night, citing health reasons. As per Article 67(A) of the Constitution, he submitted his resignation letter directly to the President. The sudden resignation has surprised many, prompting reactions from various political parties. Dhankhar was elected as the Vice President on August 11, 2022, and his term was originally…

Pensioners’ Association Meets to Plan Annual Convention

Khurda, 25th July 2025: A preparatory meeting of the District Pensioners’ Association was held on Wednesday at the premises of Samskar Bharati in Khurda. The meeting focused on organizing the upcoming Annual Convention of the association, which is scheduled to take place on August 3 at Shyam Madhab Basanti Devi Memorial Library on Jail Road. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Bhimsen Pradhan,…