Nabarangpur: A Patient Welfare Committee (Rogi Kalyan Samiti) meeting of the District Headquarters Hospital, Nabarangpur was held at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall, chaired by MP Balabhadra Majhi. The meeting discussed various initiatives to improve patient services for the year 2025–26. Topics of discussion included the provision of free diagnostic services, free medicines, CT scan services, and dialysis services, among other free medical services. Deliberations…
Legal Awareness Camp Conducted in Gunupur to Empower Citizens
Gunupur,: A Legal Awareness Camp was organized at Gunupur College in Rayagada district with the support of the Gunupur Taluk Legal Services Committee, focusing on the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. The program was chaired by Debadatta Pattnayak, Head of the Department of Sanskrut and Additional District Judge, while Sumitra Sahu, Sub-Judge of the local court, and Bijayalaxmi Mohapatra, Sub-Divisional…
Nutrition Awareness Program Held at Anganwadi Knowledge Centre
Jharsuguda: A nutrition awareness program was organized at the Sarasamal Kaharpada Anganwadi Knowledge Centre, located in Orda Panchayat of Laikera Block, Jharsuguda district. The program was held under the chairpersonship of CDPO (Child Development Project Officer) Sandhyarani Sahu. Among the attendees were Mamta PA Nibedita Bag, Sector Supervisor Santosini Mahapatra, Anganwadi Worker Jousna Mahananda, Helper Mamata Ping, and Head Teacher Padmini Karali. The event saw…
Nandapur: School Safety Wall Collapses After Heavy Rain
Nandapur: Due to rainfall triggered by two low-pressure systems, the boundary wall of Hataguda Sevashram High School under Panthlung Panchayat in Nandapur block collapsed on Friday night. The collapsed wall, approximately 70 feet long, was situated beside the school playground. Fortunately, no harm came to any residential students staying on the campus. After the incident, school authorities informed the local Block Education Officer (BEO), Block…
Bike Rams Into Tree; Two Critically Injured in Mishap
Papadahandi: Two individuals sustained serious injuries after their bike collided with a tree near Kantamal Chhak under Papadahandi block. According to reports, Uma Jani (25) and Baidenath Jani (20) from Kantamal village were heading to Maidalpura village on a bike for some work. After completing their task, they were returning to their village on the same bike. Near Kantamal, they lost control of the vehicle,…
Delhi to Deny Fuel to Old Vehicles from July 1: Stringent Ban to Address Air Pollution
New Delhi: Starting July 1, vehicles older than 15 years will no longer be allowed to refuel in Delhi. As part of a new initiative to phase out end-of-life vehicles from the roads, the Delhi government has introduced this unique measure. Guidelines have already been issued in this regard, and all fuel stations have been instructed to stop dispensing fuel to old vehicles. According to…
Ghosha Yatra Celebrated with Devotion in Tentulikhunti; Devotees Moved by Darshan
Tentulikhunti: The Ghosha Yatra of Mahaprabhu Jagannath was celebrated with grandeur at Gopal Shreekhetra, located near the Indravati River in Nabarangpur district. The Pahandi Yatra (procession of deities) of the Chaturdha Murti (the four deities) was held in the afternoon for about two hours. Following that, rituals such as Maharaja’s invitation, Chhera Pahanra (sweeping of the chariot), and Dahuka Boli were performed. Around 5 PM,…
Kotpad Hosts Grand Chaturdha Murti Rath Yatra with Devotional Fervor
Kotpad : The Chaturdha Murti Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath was celebrated with grandeur and ceremony in Kotpad. The entire town was festive, from the villages to the city. At the Jagannath Temple in Kotpad, the rituals began with Mangala Alati, Abakash, morning incense (Dhoopa), and Khichdi Bhoga. Priests and sevayats beautifully adorned the deities. The deities were then ceremonially carried in the Pahandi Bije…
DISHA Meeting in Nabarangpur Stresses Health, Agriculture, and Drinking Water
Nabarangpur: The District-Level Development, Coordination, and Monitoring Committee (DISHA) meeting was held on Thursday at the Mission Shakti Meeting Hall under the chairmanship of MP Balabhadra Majhi. Key discussions revolved around healthcare, education, drinking water, PMGSY roads, housing construction, and the agriculture sector. The meeting was attended by the District Collector, public representatives, administrative officers, and others. MP Majhi directed that a road be constructed…
Twin Low-Pressure Systems Approaching: Heavy Rain Likely Till July 4
Bhubaneswar Two low-pressure systems are forming, which are expected to bring rainfall to most parts of the state. A weather alert was issued on Saturday by the Regional Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar. Heavy rainfall is expected on June 30 and July 1, for which a special warning has been issued. The twin systems are likely to develop over both eastern and western regions. A complete…