Kotpad,22nd July 2025: A tragic road accident occurred near Surligram on the National Highway under Kotpad police limits, where two motorcycles collided head-on. The crash resulted in two deaths and left two others critically injured. The accident took place in the early hours of the day, causing panic among locals who rushed to the scene. The injured were immediately taken to the nearest hospital, and their…
“Jeypore Market Overflows with Wild Shravan Mushrooms as Monsoon Bounty Arrives”
Jeypore,22nd July 2025: In the Jeypore market, Shravan wild mushrooms are being sold in abundance. They are currently being sold at a rate of Rs 1,200 per kilogram. This price is as of 15th July, and it may increase or decrease in the coming days. These seasonal mushrooms, known for their distinct flavor and medicinal value, are highly sought after during the Shravan month. Local foragers…
Anti-Harassment Law to Be Strictly Enforced in All Schools
Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: The School and Mass Education Department has taken a major step in this regard. A letter has been issued by the department to all District Education Officers (DEOs) across the state. The letter emphasizes ensuring the safety of women employees in the workplace and directs the formation of Internal Complaint Committees (ICC) in all institutions. Instructions have also been given to create…
Volunteer Fills Potholes on Patraput Bridge Road, Sets Example of Civic Responsibility
Jeypore,22nd July 2025: A volunteer repaired the Patraput Bridge road. Ravindra Nayak and his friends personally filled the potholes with cement and concrete, leveling the damaged portion of the road on their own initiative. Their selfless act drew appreciation from local residents, many of whom praised their commitment to public welfare. Despite limited resources, the group took it upon themselves to ensure safer passage for…
Record Catch: Fishermen Net 100 kg ‘BIG Fish Worth from Mahanadi
Binika,22nd July 2025: A massive catch of 1 quintal of Big fish was hauled from the depths of the Mahanadi River, drawing a large crowd of onlookers eager to witness the sight. The rare catch occurred near the ever-flowing Mahanadi River in Binika town of Subarnapur district, where local fishermen were engaged in their regular fishing activities when the Boda fish got trapped in their net.
Nabarangpur Celebrates World Youth Skills Day with NCC Cadets Training Drive
Nabarangpur:22nd July 2025: Today, World Youth Skills Day 2025 was celebrated on the premises of The ETI College in Nabarangpur. The event was organized by the District Skill Development and Employment Department. Around 500 NCC cadets from various high schools and colleges across the district gathered at the training camp held as part of the celebration. District Collector Dr. Subhankar Mahapatra attended as the chief…
Senior Citizens’ Club Holds Legal Awareness Workshop in Mahanga to Tackle Elder Abuse
Mahanga, 22nd July 2025: A literary and legal awareness event focusing on elder abuse prevention was organized by the Senior Citizens’ Club at Koṭhapada, under Mahanga block, at the Ganakabi Baishnab Pani Kala Niketan. The event, chaired by educationist and Club President Kailash Chandra Balabantray, featured key participation from Vice-President Ramachandra Mahapatra, teacher leader Mathurananda Samal, Treasurer Prabhakar Das, and members Kamalakanta Panda, Shukadeva Swain,…
Consumers Invited to Share Feedback on Power Supply Services
Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: Consumers in Odisha will now have a say on the quality of electricity services. For the first time, the Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission (OERC) has taken this significant decision. This initiative comes in response to numerous complaints regarding the performance and infrastructure of electricity distribution companies. OERC’s Landmark Decision on Public Participation Through a general public notice issued on July 18,…
Nabarangpur Aims to End “Dadan” Distress Migration, Declares Itself Dadan‑Free District
Nabarangpur, 22nd July 2025:Due to weaknesses in the implementation of the MGNREGA scheme, nearly 35,000 people from Nabarangpur district migrate each year as seasonal (Dadan) laborers. Calling this a matter of great shame, Panchayati Raj Minister Ravi Naik, during his two-day district tour, made a strong statement while laying the foundation stone of a local Kalyan Mandap . He said, “The fact that 35,000 people…
Primary School Teachers’ Association Slams OTET Paper Leak, Urges Fresh Exam Date
Bhubaneswar, 22nd July 2025: The Primary School Teachers’ Association has strongly condemned the leak of the OTET (Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test) question paper, emphasizing that the state government has failed to provide promotions to primary teachers for over three years by using OTET as a delaying excuse. Although a notification for OTET was finally issued and around 75,000 teachers from the state applied, the exam…