Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: Heavy rainfall is likely across the state from July 23 to 26. A low-pressure area is expected to form over the North Bay of Bengal on July 24, according to the Regional Meteorological Department. In light of this, Orange and Yellow Alerts have been issued. In the next 24 hours, 11 districts are expected to experience moderate rainfall, thunderstorms, and wind speeds…
Block Education Officer Felicitated at Kosagumuda for Outstanding Service
Kosagumuda, 22nd July 2025: The Nil Utkal Primary Teachers’ Federation, Kosagumuda warmly welcomed and felicitated the newly appointed Block Education Officer, Soumendra Bhowmik, by presenting him with a bouquet of flowers. On this occasion, teachers also discussed various issues and challenges they are facing. Additional Block Education Officer Digambar Harijan was also present at the event. Several dignitaries from the federation participated in the programme,…
“OHPC Hires Retired Officers, Raising Concerns as Educated Youth Remain Unemployed”
Nabarangpur, 22nd July 2025: The Indravati Hydro Power Project, built by neglecting the Nabarangpur district, has failed to deliver either water or electricity to the region. In 2009, the Chief Engineer’s office was shifted from Indravati, stripping it of all real authority, retaining only administrative powers. The Additional Chief Engineer’s Office now functions at Indravati Dam Circle, with zero financial control. Despite this, annual expenditures…
Minister Orders Probe into Question Paper Leak Incident
Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: Just hours before the exam, the OTET question paper was leaked. After the paper circulated from mobile to mobile, the government cancelled the examination. Responding to this serious incident, School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond addressed the media during the inauguration of various development projects in Nabarangpur town, sharing the government’s stance on the matter. The state government has taken…
Kotpad Footballer Ravi Patro Passes Away, Community Mourns Loss
Kotpad, 22nd July 2025: Ravi Patra, once a shining star of Kotpad’s football field, is no longer with us. Known for his incredible skill and sportsmanship, Ravi’s presence on the field was so magnetic that anyone who watched him play or came in contact with him was inevitably inspired. Hailing from Bhairab Padia in Kotpad, Ravi was nurtured in a family rich in values. His grandfather…
Digital Payment Campaign Launched to Boost Cashless Transactions
Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: TP Central Odisha Distribution Limited (TPCODL) has officially launched its much-awaited Digital Payment Platform and associated Digital Payment Campaign. This initiative has been rolled out in collaboration with State Bank of India (SBI) and Razorpay. The platform is designed specifically keeping in mind those consumers who are not yet well-versed with digital tools. The goal is to ensure that every consumer…
Public Demand Grows for 200 Units of Free Electricity per Month
Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: Rabi Behera, Secretary of the Odisha State Electricity Consumers’ Federation, has written a letter to Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi , demanding 200 units of free electricity for all residents of the state. Behera pointed out that Bihar Chief Minister Nitish Kumar recently announced 125 units of free electricity for the people of Bihar, to be implemented from August 1. In…
Cut Electric Poles Pose Immediate Danger in Baranga, Residents Raise Alarm
Baranga,22nd July 2025: Two cut and abandoned electric poles are posing a serious threat to the public in the Anand Bazaar area of Baranga. These hazardous poles are located about 50 meters from the Baranga police station junction at the Golai Square of Anand Bazaar. During road widening work, two iron electric poles remained in the middle of the old and new road alignment. After…
Engineering Student Found Dead in Gunupur Hostel, Suicide Suspected
Gunupur, 22nd July 2025: A tragic incident occurred this afternoon at the Patani Samanta Hostel of Gandhi Institute of Engineering and Technology (GIET) in Gunupur, where an engineering student allegedly committed suicide. The student was found hanging from a ceiling fan in Room No. 2, DR No. 12, Block No. 1 of NC-7 Hostel. The deceased has been identified as Himansu Boyota, a second-year student…
Dadan Worker Killed in Road Accident Near Umarkote
Umarkote, 22nd July 2025: A migrant (dadan) laborer from Sukigaon village under Umarkote block in Nabarangpur district has died in a tragic road accident. The deceased has been identified as Sukumar Dakua (35), a resident of the village. Due to poor financial conditions at home, Sukumar had migrated to Madurai in Tamil Nadu to work as a dadan laborer. He had been working for a…