“UP is India’s Growth Engine,” says Shri Rakesh Sachan, Cabinet Minister, MSME, Government of Uttar Pradesh

Hyderabad, July 11, 2025 – The Roadshow for the upcoming Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show (UPITS) 2025 was held at FTCCI, Hyderabad, as part of a nationwide series aimed at generating awareness and engagement around the mega trade event. The Hyderabad edition, the second after Delhi, witnessed an impressive gathering of over 150 industry leaders, exporters, sourcing consultants, and trade bodies. It aimed to build…

Innisfree x Frozen Fun: A Delectable Skincare Experience Inspired by Sweet Indulgence

Mumbai, July 11, 2025: Innisfree, the beloved Korean skincare brand under the umbrella of Amorepacific India, hosted an immersive and unforgettable launch experience on July 9th at Eve Santacruz, Mumbai to introduce two exciting new additions to its cult-favorite Super Volcanic Pore Clay Mask line — the Innisfree Swirl Pore Mask and the Limited Edition Innisfree Mint Chocolate Pore Clay Mask. The sensorial celebration brought together the worlds…

Biju Shramik Sammukhya to Join Nationwide Strike

Bhubaneswar: The Biju Shramik Sammukhya has extended its support and participation in the nationwide strike called by the All India Central Trade Union Federations and industrial workers’ organizations, scheduled for tomorrow, July 9. In a press conference, it was announced that affiliated unions have been urged to actively join the strike. To make the strike a success, members of the Biju Shramik Sammukhya will gather…

New Changes Announced in School Exam Rules

Bhubaneswar: School Exam Rules Changed, No More Automatic Promotion in All Classes. New Exam Rules for Class 5 and Class 8. If a Student Fails, They Will Appear for a Re-exam Within 2 Months. Information from the School and Mass Education Department. If the Student Fails Again, They Will Have to Repeat the Same Class. No Student Will Be Expelled from School Until They Complete Primary Education

Restructuring of Horticulture Cadre Creates 284 New Posts

Bhubaneswar: Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi approved a proposal for the restructuring of posts in the Fisheries and Horticulture Departments. Aimed at achieving rapid growth in the fisheries and horticulture sectors, the state government has decided to increase the number of officers in both cadres. As per the new decision, the number of posts in the Fisheries Service Cadre has increased from 618 to 835,…

Villagers Lock School Gate in Raighar Protesting Teacher Transfer

Raighar: Residents of Turudi village locked the main gate of the local school in protest, demanding that the recently transferred headmaster be allowed to continue at the school. The protest was held in response to the order for the headmaster to return to his previous posting. The newly appointed headmaster, Krushnapada Mandal, had joined Turudi High School on June 25. The villagers and students demanded…

Food Safety Department Conducts Raids on Hotels and Restaurants in Kotpad

Kotpad: The Food Safety Department conducted raids on various business establishments, hotels, restaurants, and bakeries in Kotpad town. During these inspections, the local administration issued warnings and collected fines from violators. Reports revealed that several hotels in the area were preparing food in unsanitary conditions and serving stale and low-quality food to customers, which led to growing dissatisfaction among consumers. Many had repeatedly filed complaints…

Koraput: Headmasters Must Seek District Collector’s Permission Before Taking Leave

Koraput: A review meeting was held on Tuesday at the Sadbhavana Conference Hall in Koraput, organized by the Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes Development Department, focusing on strengthening the education system. The meeting was chaired by Koraput District Collector V. Keerthi Vasan. Key issues discussed included: Improving Matriculation exam results in high schools under the ST & SC Development Department Strengthening the residential school ecosystem…

Ishwar Behera Appointed BJP National Council Member from Kakatpu

Kakatpur: Kakatpur Assembly Constituency in Odisha has long been known as a stronghold of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), consistently electing BJD candidates to the state assembly. Even after the BJP came to power in the state, Tusharkanti Behera was re-elected as a BJD MLA from this constituency. Now, with the BJP focusing on strengthening its base at the grassroots level, efforts are being made…

Citizens’ Committee Holds Key Discussion on Sanitation Management in Nabarangpur

Nabarangpur: A delegation from the District Citizens’ Committee held a discussion with Dr. Ashok Kumar Karna, Executive Officer of the Municipality, regarding the next steps and actions following the earlier submitted memorandum. Committee President Shri Jagannath Mahapatra, along with Secretary Ram Prasad Patra, Kishori Pattnayak, Tapan Kumar Bishoyi, Subrat Behera, Pradeep Kumar Sahu, and Shrinivas Patra, met with the Executive Officer to discuss key civic…