Nabarangpur,24th July 2025: Despite having been neglected for years, Nabarangpur district contributed significantly to the Indravati Hydro Power Project, but the district has received neither water nor electricity in return. In 1999, the chief engineer’s office was moved from Indravati, effectively stripping it of its operational power. It was downgraded to a purely administrative office with no financial authority, despite still bearing the title of…
Dr. BRC’s Landmark Book “Green Gold: The Neem Farmacy” Released at Siri Fort Auditorium
New Delhi, July 23, 2025 In a momentous event held at the Siri Fort Auditorium, New Delhi, on July 23, 2025, Dr. BRC Clinic@Home – India’s extensive network of over 500 clinics – joined forces with the India Book of Records and the Vietnam Book of Records to commemorate the birth anniversaries of national icons Chandra Shekhar Azad and Bal Gangadhar Tilak. The program served…
Kotpad Livestock Department Drives Rural Growth Through Dairy, Poultry & Goatery Initiatives
Kotpad, 23rd July 2025: In the rural heartland of Kotpad, farmers—both men and women—are steadily becoming self-reliant through animal husbandry, including cow rearing, goat farming, poultry, and buffalo care. Backed by the Odisha Government’s Department of Animal Resources Development, a range of initiatives and schemes have been implemented to create sustainable livelihoods and boost rural income. One of the most impactful interventions has been the…
Minister Krushnachandra Patra Vows Strict Action Against Petrol Sales in Bottles
Bhubaneswar, 23rd July 2025: Strict Action Against Petrol Sale in Bottles – Announces Minister Krushnachandra Patra Petrol will no longer be sold in plastic bottles. This was officially announced today by Food and Supply Minister Krushnchandra Patra. From now on, no one will be allowed to carry or sell petrol in plastic bottles. Selling petrol on roadsides or in public places will invite strict action, the minister warned. Stringent inspections will…
Woman Dies in Sleep After Snake Bite in Kosagumuda Village
Banupur, 23rd July 2025: A heartbreaking incident occurred in Chirma Churahandi village under Kosagumuda block of Nabarangpur district. A woman died after being bitten by a snake while she was asleep at home. According to reports, the victim, Lachhanadei Bhatra (37), had gone to bed after dinner last night when, around 11 to 11:30 PM, a cobra entered the house and bit her. Sometime later,…
Odisha to Send Senior Citizens on Pilgrimage to Ayodhya, Varanasi, Rameshwaram & Madurai
Baripada,23rd July 2025: To facilitate spiritual travel for senior citizens, the Odisha government has launched the ‘Senior Citizen Pilgrimage Scheme’, under which 398 senior citizens from Mayurbhanj district will benefit this year. The state Tourism Department will cover Rs 21,000/- per pilgrim for the journey. ???? Travel Schedule: First Phase: Special train from Balasore Railway Station Destination: Ayodhya – Varanasi Dates: 07-11-2025 to 12-11-2025 (6…
No Funds for Treatment: Basudev Bedridden for 6 Months with Infected Leg
Chandahandi ,23rd July 2025: For the past six months, Basudev Majhi, a poor resident of Banam Hul village under Dalbeda Bada Panchayat in Chandahandi block, has been bedridden due to a festering wound on his leg. His swollen thigh developed a painful sore, which continuously oozes pus. Unable to bear the pain, he has been confined to his bed for months. Though he underwent treatment…
Teacher Shortage Hits Nilamadhab Nodal High School, Students Struggle in Nayagarh
Kantilo, 23rd July 2025: The long-standing shortage of teachers is severely disrupting education at Nilamadhab Nodal High School in Kantilo. For several years, the school has lacked teachers in key subjects like Hindi, Science, and Arts, as well as a headmaster. This has adversely impacted the academic environment and created multiple administrative challenges. According to sources, the school, located under Khandapada block, currently has 286…
Six Odia-Medium Schools Shut in Koraput Border Villages as Telugu Influence Rises
Koraput, 23rd July 2025: The influence of the Telugu language is rapidly eroding the presence of Odia in the border areas of Koraput district. A recent example has emerged from Bandhugaon block, where six Odia-medium schools have shut down due to lack of students, while children from at least four panchayats are now going to Andhra Pradesh schools to study in Telugu. Most areas of…
All Educational Institutions to Be Declared Drug-Free; Teachers Undergo Training
Umarkote, 23rd July 2025: A special training camp was held to support the mission of making all educational institutions drug-free. The initiative, focused on raising awareness and capacity-building, was conducted in Umarkote for teachers from various secondary and higher secondary schools across the district. A total of 40 teachers and staff from different schools participated in the program. Notable participants included PR Officer and English…