IMD Forecasts Intense Heatwave from June 7; Public Urged to Stay Cautious

Bhubaneswar: From June 7, the Heat Will Stir Again The temperature continues to rise day by day across the state. Possibility of Intensifying Heatwaves in Coming Days Scorching heat combined with dry, turbulent winds will cause disruptions According to the regional weather center’s forecast: After June 7, temperatures in some areas may touch 43°C.

Hindu Empire Foundation Day Celebrated with Grandeur at Kolnara

Kolnara Hindu Empire Foundation Day was observed at the Shakar Mandir in Kolnara, organized by the Ma Jagadamba Prabhat Shakha. On this occasion, retired teacher Jayaram Swain participated and emphasized the need to spread the significance of this day to every village, highlighting the greatness of Hinduism and the contributions of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj in protecting Hindutva. Bimalendu Padhi, the Sangh Palak of the Kolnara branch,…

Umerkote Sub-Divisional Hospital Struggles with Single Specialist Amid Rising Patient Load

Umarkote: Although the Odisha state government has officially upgraded the Umarkote Community Health Centre (CHC) in Nabarangpur district to a Sub-Divisional Hospital, there is widespread public dissatisfaction in the region due to the lack of specialist doctors appointed by the state. As a result, patients from this region still rely heavily on hospitals in Visakhapatnam and Raipur for specialized treatment. As per norms, the hospital…

Odisha Government Eases Land Transactions: Part Plot Sales Now Permitted Without Approval

Bhubaneswar: The path has been cleared for the sale of part plots. Not just part plots—restrictions on the sale of agricultural land have also been eased by the government. Key Provisions of the New Amendment: Plots smaller than 500 sq. meters can now be sold without layout approval. Even agricultural land can be sold, but only for farming purposes. Land division within a family (e.g.,…

Preparatory Meeting Held for Upcoming Tabletop Exercise and Mock Drill

Nabarangpur, A preparatory meeting for the upcoming Tabletop Exercise and Mock Drill was held at the Ashok Mehetta Conference Hall under the chairmanship of Nabarangpur Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Bishwajit Barman. The meeting was attended by several key officials, including: Tehsildars, Executive Officers of urban areas Dr. Ashok Kumar Karna (Nabarangpur), Lak Kumar Anugulia (Umerkote) District Education Officer Chhatrapati Sahu District Veterinary Officer and Chief Medical…

Biju Patnaik Stadium Hosts Successful Badminton Tournament in Kotpad

Kotpad: A summer camp ceremony and a block-level junior badminton tournament were held at the Biju Patnaik Stadium in Kotpad. The tournament saw participation from Under-19 players. In the doubles event, the winners were Aditya and Banti, while the runners-up were Jatin and Shan. In the singles competition, a match took place between Jatin and Naj, showcasing intense competition. The event was organized with the…

Milita Mancha Warns of Street Protests if Chit Fund Victims’ Issues Remain Unresolved

Bhubaneswar: A meeting was held on Tuesday by the Milita Mancha (United Forum) of victims defrauded by various financial institutions at the conference hall of Nabodaya Yuva Sangathan. The victims of the chit fund scam expressed strong resentment, stating that despite repeated assurances of refund by the government, no concrete steps have yet been taken by the Chief Minister to address their grievances. The Milita Mancha…

Substandard Construction Sparks Outrage in Kotpad: Residents Demand Accountability

Kotpad Allegations have been raised against the RWD (Rural Works Department) division in Koraput district for constructing substandard bridges and roads. The department is reportedly working on a project that includes a bridge, guard walls, and a 4-meter-wide road, but without following proper procedures. According to norms, a project board must display details such as the start date, completion timeline, budget, and executing department. However, this…

From Peon to IAS – No One Will Be Spared: Stern Warning Against Corruption

Bhubaneswar: “We had promised during the election that we would not spare the corrupt. Whoever is involved in corruption, taking bribes or commission, will be caught. Whether it is a peon or an IAS officer, from mining scams to chit fund frauds — no one will be spared,” said BJP Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi during a press conference held today at Geetagovinda Bhawan. Addressing…