New Delhi: Maternity leave is an integral part of a woman’s reproductive rights and her entitlement to motherhood benefits. Therefore, no institution can deprive a woman of this right. The Supreme Court made this observation while hearing a petition filed by a female government teacher from Tamil Nadu. According to reports, the woman became a mother after her second marriage. However, the authorities denied her…
Yogiput Hanging Bridge in Dangerous State, Locals Raise Safety Concerns
Nandapur: In Nandapur block of Koraput district, a hanging bridge constructed over the Kadua Ghat of Galgaja River connecting Birelput and Yogiput villages under Khurji Panchayat is currently in a perilous condition. The bridge, built with an investment of around ₹1 crore and inaugurated nearly 10 years ago, lacks safety railings on both sides. The bridge was constructed by the organization “Brick and Roof,” but…
Rabi Mandi Postponed, New Date Yet to Be Announced
Jeypore, : The Rabi procurement mandi, which was supposed to begin in a few days, has now been postponed. A specific date for the mandi opening had been decided during the District Procurement Committee (DAPC) meeting. However, the plan has been deferred, and no new date has yet been finalized, informed District Supply Officer Pradeep Kumar Panda. Citing reasons such as rainfall due to low…
Teachers Working Without Salary Demand Grants and Pension Support
Bhubaneswar, Among the major issues faced by teachers and educational staff, grants and pensions remain significant concerns. In light of this, the Odisha Secondary School Teachers’ Association (OSTA) has demanded that grants be provided to teachers who have been working without salary, and pensions be given to those retiring empty-handed. It is noteworthy that OSTA has been presenting these demands to the government for a…
OSSTA Submits Memorandum to District Education Officer Over Key Demands
Baripada A memorandum has been submitted to District Education Officer (DEO) Mr. Purnachandra Sethi by the Odisha Secondary School Teachers’ Association (OSSTA). The DEO held discussions with the teacher association regarding various demands raised by them. During the discussion, Additional DEO Gautam Patra, Section Officer Sudipta Kumar Mallik, senior and junior assistants from the office were also present. There was a detailed discussion on the previously…
Locals Demand Eviction of Illegal Occupants on Government Land at Kadamdihi Chhak
Jharsuguda– While valuable government lands in various parts of Lakhanpur are under the clutches of illegal encroachers, there is growing public hope that after the change of government in the state, such lands will be freed from the grip of encroachers and utilized for public welfare. In this context, it has come to light that a piece of valuable land at Kadamdihi Chhak under Lakhanpur…
Migrant Worker from Umerkote Goes Missing in Visakhapatnam
Umarkote: A laborer from Benra village under Umarkote block in Nabarangpur district has gone missing for the past four days after traveling to Visakhapatnam for migrant work, leaving his family in deep distress. The missing laborer is Ban Singh Harijan, aged 55. According to his son Gurubaru Harijan, Ban Singh left home on Friday evening without informing anyone and reached Visakhapatnam by Saturday morning. It…
Health Fears Rise as Mobile Towers Pose Threat in Dhutara Village
Jharsuguda In Dhutara village under Arda Panchayat of Kirmira block in Jharsuguda district, three mobile towers have become a serious hazard for the residents and nearby areas. The Aircel tower near the village has become completely non-functional, while the Reliance Jio and Vodafone towers are located within densely populated residential areas. Even a slight rainfall accompanied by lightning causes loud noises, sparks, and fire-like flashes…
Second Tragedy Strikes: Another Death During Home Guard Exam in Gajapati
Gajapati Deepak Padal, a resident of Narayanpur, Rayagada block, collapsed during the physical fitness test today. He became seriously ill while running and was admitted to MKCG Medical College and Hospital in critical condition. According to medical sources, Deepak passed away while undergoing treatment. Notably, another candidate had already lost their life earlier this morning during the exam.
Kamalesh Mahanta Appointed Executive Officer of Kotpad NAC, Replaces Pooja Rout
Kotpad Sri Kamalesh Mahanta, Additional Tahasildar, Machkund, has been posted as Executive Officer, Notified Area Counsel (NAC), Kotpad in place of Pooja Rout, who has now been posted as Additional Executive Officer, Municipality, Jeypore.