Kolanara: In Kolanara and surrounding markets, vegetable prices are skyrocketing, leaving consumers deeply worried. Traders claim that the rise in prices is due to a shortage in supply. Local sources say that due to intermittent rainfall, a large portion of seasonal vegetable cultivation has been destroyed, leading to low production compared to market demand. As a result, vegetable prices have soared. Current market prices (per…
Preparations in Full Swing for Gupteswar Kawad Yatra
Jeypore: The upcoming , marking the first Monday of Shravan, will see thousands of Kawadiyas (devotees) heading to the sacred Gupteswar shrine to offer Jalabhishek (holy water) to Lord Shiva. The district administration has intensified preparations for the event. Following a preparatory meeting, officials inspected the shrine site. The previously existing ticketed darshan system has been suspended. Devotees will follow the usual route via Siribeda…
Cleanliness Drive Kicks Off in Kotpad with Community Participation
Kotpad: A cleanliness campaign titled “Adopt Cleanliness, Drive Away Disease” was launched at the Kotpad NAC (Notified Area Council) office by Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra, who flagged off the program. The inauguration took place in the presence of Swachh Saathis (cleanliness ambassadors) and NAC staff. The campaign will continue until the 30th of this month, aiming to raise awareness about keeping not just public spaces…
Devotees Celebrate Guru Purnima at Shirdi Sai Temple in Papadahandi
Nabarangpur: On the occasion of Guru Purnima, special rituals including abhishek, puja, and homa were performed at the Shirdi Sai Temple in Papadahandi, Nabarangpur district. The entire event was organized by the temple trustee Bibhuti Prasad Panda. The celebrations began early in the morning at 6:30 AM with Kakad Aarti (early morning prayer) to Sai Baba. At 10:00 AM, abhishek (holy bath), puja, and homa…
Khordha Holds Review Meeting on Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana
Khordha: A review meeting on the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Yojana was held on Thursday in the conference hall of the District Collector’s office. The meeting was presided over by the in-charge District Collector and Additional District Collector, Saphalya Mandita Pradhan. The purpose of the meeting was to nominate a model “Surya Ghar” village in the district under the scheme. Officials from various departments and…
Dr. Kandar Vishal Singh Appointed DIG of South Western Range
Koraput: Dr. Kandar Vishal Singh, an experienced IPS officer known for his efficient law enforcement and public outreach, now takes charge as the DIG of the South Western Range, which includes several sensitive and tribal-dominated districts. His previous tenure in Koraput as SP was marked by significant anti-Maoist operations and community policing efforts. His return to the region in a higher role is being seen as…
Raruan Market Floods Again Amid Inaction by Works Department
Raruan: Due to the apathy of the Works Department, the Raruan market remains waterlogged. While road widening from Bhanjabeda Square (Benisagar Square) to Manik Square in Shukruli was completed two years ago, last year, a 40-km road widening project from Raruan Block Square to Phagu was also completed. However, the road from Raruan to Manik Square in Shukruli, and from Raruan Mahanta Square to Chutiya…
Private Buses Resume Operations After Long Halt
Bhubaneswar: Private buses resume operations in the state . Buses restarted after a gap of 4 days. Keeping the interest of passengers in mind, the Private Bus Owners’ Association has taken this decision. The association has demanded that the government ensure security during bus operations. Since July 8, bus services across the state were halted due to the agitation by the Drivers’ Association. The president of the Sambalpur Drivers’ Association said…
People Forum of India Announces Major National-Level Restructuring; Dr. Bhargav Mallappa Appointed In-Charge of Headquarters Administration
New Delhi, 12 July 2025: The People Forum of India, an affiliate of the National Bharat Sevak Samaj — a public service body legislated by Parliament in 1952 and established under the guidance of former President of India, His Excellency Gulzarilal Nanda Ji — announced a major administrative restructuring during a press meet held today. Addressing the media, Dr. S. Manimozhyaan, National Chairman of the…
Waking Up Ready: How Permanent Makeup Is Redefining Everyday Beauty
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