Koraput, 17th July 2025: A sensitization program was organized at the Koraput Medical College auditorium to promote the SC-ST Hub initiative under the MSME Department. Union Minister of State for MSME Shobha Karandlaje attended the program and said that a roadmap has been prepared to transform youth in six backward districts into job providers through MSMEs. She mentioned that industries like HAL and NALCO are…
Administrative Team Launches Probe in Kanjamajodi Village, Rayagada
Rayagada, 17th July 2025: An administrative investigation has been conducted in Kanjamajodi village of Shikarpai Panchayat under Kalyansinghpur block of Rayagada district. The inquiry was initiated as per the instructions of District Collector Parul Patwari, and a 6-member committee visited the village and held discussions with the locals. The committee, led by Sub-Collector Ramesh Jena, included officials such as Kalyansinghpur Tehsildar Ranjan Kumar Manaseth, District…
Massive Kawariya Gathering at Panchamukheswar Temple in Rayagada
Rayagada 17th July 2025: On the first Monday of the holy month of Shravan, a large number of Kawariya devotees gathered at the famous ancient Shaivite shrine of Panchamukheswar Devagiri, located in Kalyansinghpur block of Rayagada district. This revered shrine, situated just 2 kilometers from the district headquarters, lies nestled between two hills. In a sacred cave between these hills, devotees worship the Panchamukheswar Sphatik…
Jeypore Shines at Inter-District Kickboxing Championship with 16 Medals, 7 Gold
Jeypore, 17th July 2025: Jeypore athletes have brought glory by winning 16 medals, including 7 gold, in the Inter-District Armature Kickboxing Championship held in Angul. A total of 13 players from the town participated in the event and delivered outstanding performances. According to Sammad Habib, the coach of the Indian Ultimate Fight Club, the competition was held from 11th to 13th July at the Table…
First Shravan Monday: 10,000 Devotees Offer Jalabhishek at Gupteshwar Temple
Baipariguda, 17th July 2025: The first Monday of the holy month of Shravan, and over 10,000 Bol Bam devotees performed Jalabhishek (ritual water offering) on the head of Lord Gupteshwar. Despite continuous rainfall, thousands of Kawariya devotees began their pilgrimage from Saturday, carrying sacred water in pots (kalas) on their shoulders. Chanting “Bol Bam, Har Har Bam,” the region was filled with a devotional atmosphere.…
First Shravan Monday: 10,000 Devotees Offer Jalabhishek at Gupteshwar Temple
Baipariguda, 17th July 2025: The first Monday of the holy month of Shravan, and over 10,000 Bol Bam devotees performed Jalabhishek (ritual water offering) on the head of Lord Gupteshwar. Despite continuous rainfall, thousands of Kawariya devotees began their pilgrimage from Saturday, carrying sacred water in pots (kalas) on their shoulders. Chanting “Bol Bam, Har Har Bam,” the region was filled with a devotional atmosphere.…
Railways Tightens Tatkal Rules—OTP Authentication Now Compulsory
New Delhi, 17th July 2025: Major changes have been made in the rules for booking Tatkal train tickets. Starting from Tuesday, July 15, 2025, passengers will need to complete Aadhaar authentication to book Tatkal tickets on the IRCTC website or app. From now on, passengers must link their Aadhaar number to their IRCTC account. During ticket booking, an OTP (One-Time Password) will be sent to…
Jeypore’s Ambedkar Square to Get New Traffic Light for Better Road Safety
Jeypore, 17 July 2025: A traffic light will soon be installed at Ambedkar Square in Jeypore. Jeypore Municipality Executive Officer Siddharth Pattnaik conducted a review regarding the matter. Although there is a traffic post at the square, a statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar has now been installed there. Since four roads converge at this junction, to prevent accidents, four traffic signal lights will be installed.…
Heroic Student Jyotiprakash Battles for Life After Trying to Save Soumyashree
Cuttack, 17th July 2025- Jyotiprakash Biswal, one of the three students who risked their lives to save Soumyashree Bisi during her self-immolation attempt at Fakir Mohan College in Balasore, is currently undergoing treatment at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack. He sustained serious burn injuries while trying to extinguish the flames on Soumyashree’s body. Doctors have stated that around 15Percent of his body has…
FM College Suicide Shocker: Student Names Professor and Principal Before Death
17th July 2025, Kotpad: The students of Kotpad College and the ABVP organization have demanded the strictest punishment for the real culprit behind the suicide of Soumyashree Bisi. They staged a protest on the college premises, holding placards and raising slogans for justice. The students alleged that Soumyashree was mentally harassed, which ultimately drove her to take the extreme step. They urged the administration and police…