Nabarangpur, June 12: A Raja Mahotsav and felicitation ceremony was organized at the premises of the local Vidyarthi Bigyan College by the organization “Let’s Walk Together.”The event was attended by District Social Welfare Officer Sudhanshu Patra, Odisha Sangeet Natak Akademi member Devdas Mahankud, and Vidyarthi Bigyan College Principal Satapathy as distinguished guests. The program was conducted under the supervision of members Ramprasad Patra, Nirupama Tripathy,…
Koraput Intensifies Efforts to Become a Child Labour-Free District Through Awareness, Enforcement and Rehabilitation Initiatives
Dumuriput, June 12: A state-level workshop against child labour was organized at Sadbhavana Sabhagruha through the joint initiative of the Koraput district administration and the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights. The programme, held under the chairmanship of District Collector Manoj Satyawan Mahajan, resolved to make the district completely free from child labour. A pledge was taken that children should hold books in…
Odisha Govt to Provide Free Bus Travel for NEET (UG) Re-Exam Candidates on June 21
Bhubaneswar, June 12 (UDN): In a major relief for medical aspirants, the Odisha Government has announced free bus travel for students appearing in the NEET (UG) Re-Examination scheduled to be held on June 21, 2026. Representational image The initiative, announced by the Commerce & Transport Department, will benefit candidates travelling to any of the 134 examination centres across the state. Students can avail the free…
Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal Meets India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval to Strengthen Bilateral Cooperation Across Key Sectors
New Delhi, June 12: Nepal’s Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal met India’s National Security Advisor Ajit Doval in New Delhi. During the meeting, both sides discussed ways to further strengthen bilateral cooperation between India and Nepal in various sectors, including connectivity, energy, tourism, and other areas of mutual interest.
CRCC Babulal of Papadahandi Block Honoured with “Nature Friend Award” for Outstanding Contribution to Environmental Conservation
Papadahandi, June 12:: On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 5), CRCC Babulal Sagar of Papadahandi Block was awarded the “Nature Friend Award” for his long-standing contributions to environmental protection, tree plantation, and public awareness activities. In a district-level program held on this occasion, he received the certificate and honour in the presence of District Collector Maheshwar Swain. Babulal Sagar is known not only…
Massive Plantation Drive Organised at Kotpad Court Premises to Promote Environmental Conservation and Green Awareness
Kotpad,June 12:: A plantation programme was organized on the premises of the Kotpad Court under the chairmanship of First Class Judicial Magistrate Trijib Kumar Nanda. The newly appointed Range Officer Manas Ranjan Nayak and all staff members were present. Among others, Bar Association President Mani Prasad Pattnaik, Secretary, Shankar Ghanu, Ajit Patnaik, Nimi Patnaik, Sangram Jena, Chinu Sadhangi, Ajit Patra, Ghanu Bisoi, Lingaraj Nayak, Khagapati…
Odisha Government Moves to Separate Degree Colleges from Plus Two Institutions to Strengthen Higher Secondary and Undergraduate Education Systems
Bhubaneswar, June 12:: Higher Secondary (Plus Two) colleges attached to degree colleges and universities will be separated. Composite institutions will be divided into independent higher secondary schools. In this regard, the Higher Education Department has once again issued instructions to all government colleges, non-government aided degree colleges, and District Education Officers to expedite the process. The department’s letter states that the government has observed that…
“Bharasa” Social Organisation Extends Helping Hand to Helpless Brother and Sister, Bringing Hope and Support in Their Time of Need
Mahanga, June 12:: In Koliatha Panchayat under Mahanga block, a poor man named Kailash Chandra Jena had been living in severe hardship while suffering from illness and raising his son and daughter. After Kailash’s death, his son Bikram Keshari Jena and daughter Dhangini Jena became completely helpless.After the death of their parents, both siblings reportedly lost their mental stability and are suffering from serious illness,…
Odisha School Education Programme Authority Issues Guidelines for Preparing School Timetables, Aims to Reduce Subject Burden from Shishu Vatika to Class VIII
Bhubaneswar, June 12: Based on the Odisha Curriculum Framework–School Education 2025, the academic burden of subjects from Shishu Vatika (pre-primary level) to Class VIII will be reduced. In this regard, the Project Director of OSEPA has informed all District Education Officers. According to the guidelines:Out of the 230 working days fixed for the academic year, 20 days will be reserved for various formative assessment activities.In…
Health and Family Welfare Minister Attends District-Level Programme Under Godabarish Mishra Adarsha Primary School Scheme and Lays Foundation Stones for Three Educational Institutions in Koraput
Koraput, June 12: During his visit to Koraput District, the Hon’ble Minister of Health and Family Welfare attended the district-level programme organized under the second phase of the “Godabarish Mishra Adarsha Primary School” scheme. On the occasion, he laid the foundation stones for a Government High School at Machkund, a Government Higher Secondary School at Matamput, and a Government Upgraded High School at Peta.