Bhubaneswar: India is now recognized as the most populous country in the world. The country’s total fertility rate has now fallen below the ‘replacement level’. India’s current fertility rate has declined to 1.9. Women are now giving birth to fewer children than required for population replacement. Improvements in healthcare and increased literacy rates have contributed to the decline in fertility. If this trend continues, it could pose a concerning situation for…
Youth Killed, Another Seriously Injured in Papadahandi Bike-Truck Collision
Papadahandi : One person died and another was seriously injured in a bike accident, according to reports. As per the available information, two residents of Jatabal village in Papadahandi block of Nabarangpur district — Iyar Khan (55) and Mangaru Harijan (42) — were traveling on a TVS XL (registration number OD 24 A 3482) to the nearby village of Kenduguda around 8 PM on 08/06/25.…
Meat Sale Banned Along Bada Danda in Puri to Preserve Pilgrimage Atmosphere
Puri Meat sale is prohibited on Bada Danda. The sale of alcohol and meat is banned on Puri’s Bada Danda. No liquor bars will be allowed to open within a 2 km radius. This information was given by Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan.
Regulations Relaxed: Sale of Split Plots Now Permitted
Bhubaneswar: The government has lifted restrictions on the sale of agricultural land, including for fiting (splitting) plots. However, such land can only be used for agricultural purposes. The Housing and Urban Development Department has issued a notification amending the previous rules. As per the new amendment, land parcels of less than 500 square meters (approximately 5382 square feet) can now be sold without requiring any layout…
Eviction Drive Underway in Kamata Village for Road Construction, Bulldozers Deployed
Borigumma In the presence of Borigumma administrative officials and police personnel, an eviction drive is underway in Kamata village. The administration has deployed bulldozers on both sides of the road under the Public Works Department. The eviction process has begun on both sides for road construction.
MS Dhoni Inducted into ICC Hall of Fame: A Glorious Tribute to a Cricketing Legend
Bhubaneswar: Mahendra Singh Dhoni inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame The two-time World Cup-winning captain receives a major honor Dhoni becomes the 11th Indian cricketer to receive this recognition He led the Indian team to victory in the 2007 T20 World Cup and the 2011 ODI World Cup Under his captaincy, India also won the 2013 Champions Trophy This honor has been awarded in recognition of his immense contribution to…
Public Demands Transparency on Ma Pattakhanda’s Property and Financial Records
Baliguda: A general meeting was held on Tuesday at the Town Hall in Baliguda, Kandhamal district, organized by the Baliguda Grama Committee, demanding transparency regarding the daily rituals and a complete list of movable and immovable assets of Ma Pattakhanda, the presiding deity of the region. Over the years, the temple management committee has allegedly failed to provide any accurate account of the deity’s properties…
Umarkote Commemorates Martyrdom Day of ‘Dharti Abba’ Bhagwan Birsa Munda
Umarkote: The 150th Martyrdom Day of ‘Dharti Abba’ Bhagwan Birsa Munda was observed today at Sunabeda in Umarkote, Nabarangpur district. School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond attended the program as the chief guest. He offered floral tributes at the portrait of Bhagwan Birsa Munda, paying his respect and homage. Minister Gond stated that Bhagwan Birsa Munda’s supreme sacrifice for the nation and his community…
Dadan Labour Trafficking Surges in Kotpad Amidst Official Silence
Kotpad,: In Kotpad region of Koraput district, the issue of dadan (migrant bonded) labour trafficking is on the rise, with administration showing little action despite growing concerns. It has been observed that agents and middlemen, in collusion with certain labor contractors, are luring rural youth with false promises and sending them off as migrant workers. Every day, buses from Kerala arrive in the area, picking…
Collector Directs Swift Resolution of 120 Public Grievances in Kotpad
Kotpad: A district-level joint public grievance redressal camp was held on Monday at the Kotpad Panchayat Samiti office in Koraput district. The camp was attended by District Collector V. Kirthivasan, all departmental officers, and public representatives from the block. In total, 120 grievances were heard during the camp, including 25 individual and 95 group complaints. The Collector instructed concerned officials to resolve the issues promptly.…