Jharsuguda World Environment Day was celebrated at the Maa Andhari Durga Temple located in the Kahchua area under the Bagdihi Dihi forest range of Jharsuguda forest division. On this occasion, forest range officer Vandana Pasayat attended as the chief guest and highlighted how plastic pollution can be effectively controlled. She also offered prayers at the Maa Andhari Temple and initiated a cleanliness drive. It is…
Field Demonstration of Tractor-Operated Line Sowing and Fertilizer Drill for Nutri-Cereal Crops Held in Koraput
Koraput: Under the National Agricultural Development Scheme implemented by the College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology of Odisha University of Agriculture and Technology, a field demonstration of a tractor-operated line sowing and fertilizer drill machine was conducted on the farmland of progressive farmer Netrananda Lenka of Dashamantpur village in Borigumma block of Koraput district. This initiative is part of the project “Promotion of Nutri-Cereal Cultivation…
Navodaya Vidyalaya Samiti: A Self-Governing Body Under India’s Ministry of Education
Bhubaneswar: A self-governing institution under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, under the Department of School Education and Literacy. Online applications are invited for admission to the 6th grade in Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas (JNVs) for the academic year 2026-27 through the entrance examination. Last date for application: 29th July 2025 In each district, there are residential schools based on co-education for students with separate hostels…
Block-Level Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition Held in Baipariguda, Koraput
Baipariguda A block-level Subhadra Shakti traditional food competition has been held in the Baipariguda block under Koraput district.
Cyclonic Circulation Brings Cooler Weather to Odisha
Bhubaneswar: Due to the influence of a cyclonic circulation, several areas in interior Odisha have experienced light to moderate rainfall. Alongside this, parts of coastal Odisha, including Jajpur, Kendrapara, Cuttack, Jagatsinghpur, and Khordha districts, have witnessed rain accompanied by lightning and thunder. As a result of this weather system, temperatures across the state have dropped, leading to cooler conditions. For tomorrow, the India Meteorological Department…
Cleaning Drive Launched Across Various Panchayats in Kosagumuda
Kosagumuda: In Kosagumuda block, a cleaning drive has been launched across 26 panchayats to clear drains and garbage. This initiative follows the publication of a news report in the ‘Sakal’ newspaper on May 31, highlighting the lack of cleanliness in the region. In response to the report, Group Development Officer Ashish Tripathy promptly issued letters to the executive officers of all 26 panchayats, directing them…
Memorandum Presented to Executive Officer in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur: On behalf of the Nabarangpur CT Gents Committee, a delegation met the new Executive Officer of Nabarangpur Municipality, Ashok Kumar Kantha, and discussed various issues faced by the local residents in the municipal area. Under the leadership of President Jagannath Mahapatra, a memorandum listing various demands was formally presented to the officer. Upon receiving the memorandum, the Executive Officer assured the committee that he…
District-Level Public Hearing Camp Conducted in Kotpad
Kotpad: A district-level joint public hearing camp was held on the premises of the Kotpad Panchayat Samiti office in Koraput district. The camp was led by Koraput District Collector V.Kiririvasan. During the hearing, a total of 120 complaints were submitted, which included 25 individual grievances and 95 group grievances. Most of the complaints were related to issues such as delays and problems in Aadhaar card…
Koraput National Highway Blocked Demanding Arrest of Accused and Compensation for Deceased’s Family
Koraput: A blockade was staged on National Highway-26 in front of Sunabeda Police Station in Koraput district. As a result, thousands of vehicles were stuck for hours along the highway. According to reports, on 06/06/2025, two youths were seriously injured after being hit by an unidentified vehicle. They were admitted to Sahid Laxman Nayak Medical College and Hospital, Koraput for treatment. One of the injured…
National Christian Front, Malkangiri Branch Submits Memorandum to District Collector
Malkangiri: The National Christian Front, Malkangiri branch, today submitted a three-point memorandum addressed to the Hon’ble President of India through the District Collector of Malkangiri. Similar memorandums have been submitted in all districts across the country today by respective branches of the organization. The three-point memorandum primarily focuses on: 1. Ensuring the safety and security of the Christian community in Odisha. 2. Investigating and punishing…