Redhakhol, 21st July 2025: In Khubela village under Redhakhol block of Sambalpur district, Sambalpur Project Director of the Watershed Division, Rabindra Panda, Manoj Kumar, along with experts from the Institutional and Skill Development team of the REWARD Project and SG Foundation, visited the area and provided technical and monitoring support to the villagers. Chief guest Sanjay Pradhan, the Sarpanch of Charmal Panchayat, encouraged villagers to…
Freshers Welcomed with Enthusiasm at Bhima Bhoi College Induction Ceremony
Redhakhol,21st July 2025: An induction ceremony for the first-year students was held on Friday at the campus of the local Bhima Bhoi College in Redhakhol town of Sambalpur district. The event began with Lecturer Sandhyarani Deep welcoming all the newly admitted students. Amulya Krishna Padhi emphasized the challenges of the current education system and its proper utilization among students. Acting Principal Arun Kumar Shasani stressed…
Kotpad Government ITI Celebrates World Youth Skills Day with Enthusiasm
Kotpad, 19th July 2025: The World Youth Skills Day was celebrated with enthusiasm on Tuesday at the Kotpad Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI). The event was organized under the supervision of Principal Smt. Saudamini Singh. NAC Chairman M. Shankar Rao attended as the chief guest. He inaugurated the programme by lighting the ceremonial lamp and addressed the students, highlighting the importance of skill development in…
TPODL Boosts Berhampur Power Supply with Substation Upgrade to 13 MVA
Berhampur,19th July 2025 : To reinforce the region’s power infrastructure and meet the rising demand, TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited (TPSODL) has upgraded the primary substation (PSS) located in Bidyutpuri, Berhampur. This significant step has enhanced electricity reliability for around 3,000 consumers in Nilachal Nagar, Khodasingi, and Bidyutpuri areas. Previously, the substation operated with two 5 MVA transformers. Now, one of the transformers has been…
Jeypore Sees High Demand for Mushrooms During Shravan Festivities
Jeypore. 19th July 2025: Wild mushrooms flood the Jeypore market during the holy Shravan month. The rare Kadha Chhatu is being sold at a premium price, ranging from ₹1,200 to ₹1,400 per kilogram. This seasonal delicacy will likely remain available for around four months. Locals consider these forest mushrooms not only a tasty addition to meals but also rich in nutrients and medicinal value. Gathered from…
Jyoti Prakash Biswal of FM College to Receive Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Bravery Award
Balasore, 19th July 2025: The award aims to encourage the spirit of risking one’s own life to rescue others during accidents or times of grave danger. Jyoti Prakash Biswal of Fakir Mohan College, Balasore, will receive this prestigious honor. The award carries a cash prize of Rs 1 lakh. In the tragic incident that occurred at Fakir Mohan College, we lost an innocent and unsuspecting young student.…
Congress to Gherao Parliament on July 21 Over Balasore Student Death
Delhi. 19th July 2025: The Indian National Congress has announced plans to gherao (lay siege to) the Parliament on July 21, protesting the death of student Soumyashree Bishi in Balasore. The protest will coincide with the opening day of the upcoming Parliament session, signaling a nationwide escalation of the issue. This decision was formally announced by National Mahila Congress President Alka Lamba, who stated that the…
No-Confidence Motion Filed Against Jeypore Block Chairperson Tilottama Muduli
Jeypore .19th July 2025 : A no-confidence motion has been filed against Jeypore Block Chairperson Tilottama Muduli. In this regard, 19 Samiti members and 16 Sarpanchs from the Jaypur Block met Sub-Collector A. Shasya Rengie and submitted a memorandum. The complainants alleged that after being elected as Block Chairperson, Tilottama has neither been attending the block office regularly nor conducting committee meetings as required. Furthermore,…
NAC Councillors Meet Collector to Press for Solutions to Civic Issues
Konark.19th July 2025 : Under the leadership of Konark Block Chairperson Sanyukta Tripathy, a delegation of elected representatives from all 13 wards of the Konark NAC (Notified Area Council) met the newly appointed Puri District Collector Chanchal Rana. During the meeting, they extended a warm welcome to the Collector and held detailed discussions regarding various problems faced by the Konark region. The delegation apprised the…
Major Power Line Malfunctions Over Mahanadi; Repairs Carried Out Swiftly
Barang, 19th July 2025: A high-capacity power line located in the middle of the Mahanadi river near Sanamunduli under Barang block developed a fault in its insulator, disrupting electricity supply from Thursday. On Friday, personnel from the Barang Fire Services first reached the site, followed by the Electricity Department workers who, with assistance from the NDRF, carried out repair work in the deep waters of…