Bhubaneswar, June 16: A serious road accident involving an electric vehicle near New Government Colony, close to Sainik School, has claimed three lives and left three others critically injured, according to official updates from hospital and police authorities. The incident occurred when a compact EV reportedly lost control while moving from Press Chhak towards MCL Office Road. The vehicle first collided with a parked auto-rickshaw…
El Niño Alert: Odisha Forms Task Force to Protect Water Resources and Irrigation Infrastructure
Bhubaneswar, June 16 (UDN): In view of the potential impact of El Niño conditions on rainfall and agricultural activities, the Odisha government has constituted a dedicated task force to safeguard the state’s water resources and irrigation infrastructure. The task force will monitor reservoir levels, irrigation networks, groundwater availability, and drinking water supply systems across districts. It has been tasked with preparing contingency plans to ensure…
Tamil Nadu Government Launches India’s First Drone Patrol System for Women’s Safety, Marking a Historic Step in Smart Policing
Tamil Nadu, June 16: Historic Initiative by the Tamil Nadu Government for Women’s Safety: First-of-its-Kind Drone Patrol System Launched in IndiaIn a landmark step toward enhancing women’s safety, the Tamil Nadu government has introduced a drone patrolling system for the first time in the country. The initiative has received widespread appreciation on social media, with many users praising the Chief Minister and the administration for…
Minister Nityananda Gond Appeals to Citizens to Extend Full Cooperation for the Successful Implementation of the SIR Process
Bhubaneswar, June 16: School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond has appealed to all citizens to participate in and cooperate with the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) process.In a post on the social media platform X, the minister stated that he had completed the SIR (Special Intensive Revision) form today. He mentioned that the Booth Level Officer (BLO) visited his residence, provided the form, and assisted…
Grand Welcome Ceremony Held in Asurali for Newly Appointed Headmistress and Teachers Amid Enthusiastic Community Participation
Asurali, June 16: A grand welcome and felicitation ceremony was organized on Wednesday at Phalpur Government Upgraded High School under Dhamnagar Block. At this prestigious educational institution, established in 1914, Sangeeta Priya Das formally assumed charge as the new Headmistress. On the occasion, two newly appointed teachers—TGT Teacher Padmalochan Sahu and Sanskrit Teacher Suprabha Sahu—were also warmly welcomed by the school family. During the joining…
New Paika Khandayat Community Committee Elected in Phulbani, Marking a Fresh Chapter in Community Leadership and Development
Phulbani, June 16: A committee of the Paika Khandayat Community has been formed in Baliguda of Kandhamal district. On the initiative of retired teacher and educationist Mrutyunjaya Pradhani of Nuasahi, Baliguda, a meeting was held at the premises of the Hanuman Temple in Baliguda town, where the community’s village-level committee was constituted. The election process was conducted in the presence of the district office-bearers of…
Rayagada Girl Hasina Achieves Remarkable Success, Bringing Pride to Her Family, Community, and the Entire District
Rayagada, June 16: Hasina Nayak, a young athlete from Rayagada, has achieved remarkable success at the National Powerlifting Championship. She brought pride to both her district and the state through her outstanding performance at the championship held in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, from June 4 to June 8. Competing in the 44 kg sub-junior category, Hasina won two gold medals and earned the title of National…
Nabarangpur District Journalists Welfare Trust Organizes Grand Friendship Meet to Foster Unity, Cooperation, and Professional Excellence Among Media Personnel
Jharigaon:June 16: A friendship gathering was organized on Wednesday by the Nabarangpur District Journalists Welfare Trust at the Chandandhara tourist spot under Bada Temara Gram Panchayat in Jharigaon Block of Nabarangpur district. The event was held under the chairmanship of Jharigaon Block President Sabyasachi Bharatiya. The chief guest was Mrs. Yamuna Muduli, Sarpanch of Bada Temara Panchayat. Among the distinguished guests present were Rajanikanta Pattnaik,…
Hearing Aids Distributed to Persons with Disabilities in Kotpad, Enhancing Accessibility and Improving Quality of Life
Kotpad, June 16: Under the i6nitiative of the Odisha Government’s Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities, hearing aids were distributed to deaf and hearing-impaired persons at the premises of the Kotpad Panchayat Samiti Office. The distribution programme was organized under the chairmanship of Kotpad BDO (Block Development Officer) Sandhyarani Samarath. Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra attended as the chief guest and distributed…
District Collector Reviews Healthcare Services in Malkangiri, Emphasizes Quality Patient Care and Strengthening of Medical Infrastructure
Malkangiri, June 16: A district-level review meeting was held under the chairmanship of Malkangiri District Collector and District Magistrate Prathamesh Arvind Rajeshirke to assess the progress of quality healthcare services, healthcare infrastructure development, and various national health programmes being implemented in the district.At the beginning of the meeting, Chief District Medical and Public Health Officer (CDM & PHO) Dr. Nihar Ranjan Praharaj briefed the participants…