Jharigaon, June 5: The Bakada Bedha Season 3 Night Cricket Tournament 2026 concluded with great enthusiasm at the cricket ground of Bakada Bedha New High School, located at the headquarters of Bakada Bedha Panchayat in Jharigaon Block of Nabarangpur district. District Planning Board Chairman and Jharigaon MLA Gouri Shankar Majhi and MLA Narasingha Bhatra attended the closing ceremony as chief guests. They presented the winning…
The Vice-Chancellors’ Conference emphasized the growing importance of Skill-Plus Education in universities, highlighting the need to combine academic learning with practical skills to improve students’ employability and future opportunities.
Bhubaneswar,June 5: The Vice-Chancellors’ Conference began today. Organized at Lok Bhavan under the chairmanship of the Chancellor, the conference provided guidance to vice-chancellors on delivering quality higher education. On the first day, discussions were held on the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Emphasis was also placed on integrating skill development with academics in higher education institutions. Vice-chancellors were instructed to prioritize “Skill…
The weather department has predicted the possibility of hailstorm and thunderstorm activity in several areas, including Bhubaneswar, advising people to remain cautious during sudden weather changes and strong winds.
Bhubaneswar, June 5:: A trough line is currently active over Odisha and extending towards the east-central Bay of Bengal. Due to its impact, heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning is likely during the next 24 hours. Wind speeds may reach 60–70 kmph, and hailstorms may also occur, according to the Meteorological Centre. The weather department has issued a Red Warning for both northern and…
Members of the Batris Singhasan Contractors’ Association met the local MLA and requested him to raise various issues faced by contractors, including pending payments, administrative difficulties, and development-related concerns.
Nandapur, June 5: The Batris Singhasan Contractors’ Association, formed by ABC category contractors of Nandapur and Lamtaput blocks in Koraput district, paid a courtesy visit to Koraput MLA Raghuram Machha on Sunday. Under the leadership of association president Santosh Kumar Sahu, the members submitted a memorandum to the MLA. In the memorandum, they stated that the state government is planning to implement a new rule…
Prachi Sahitya Samaj organized a poetry recital programme where poets and literature lovers gathered to present their creative works and promote the richness of Odia language, literature, and cultural expression.
Cuttack, June 5: A literary meeting and poetry recital were organized by Prachi Sahitya Samaj at the Sahitya Bhavan of Utkal Sahitya Samaj under the convenorship of Dr. Narayan Rina Mohanty. The meeting was presided over by Professor Mandakini Das, President of the Prachi organization, who highlighted the role of literature in nation-building. Dr. Sachindra Raul attended as the chief guest, while Dr. Tarun Kumar…
New Era of Urban Transformation Begins Under Chief Minister’s Urban Development Scheme
Bhubaneswar, 5 June: A new chapter in Odisha’s urban development journey has begun with the implementation of the Chief Minister’s Urban Development Scheme, a flagship initiative aimed at transforming cities into modern, sustainable, and world-class urban centers. Under the scheme, the state government is undertaking comprehensive infrastructure development across urban areas, with a strong focus on improving road networks, strengthening transportation systems, and enhancing civic…
Hari Babu Kambhampati addressed the Vice-Chancellors’ Conference at Lok Bhavan, emphasizing the need to build globally competitive universities while preserving and promoting India’s cultural values and educational traditions.
Bhubaneswar, June 5: Hari Babu Kambhampati addressed the Vice-Chancellors’ Conference at Lok Bhavan today, stressing the importance of building globally competitive universities deeply rooted in Indian values. The conference was held in the presence of Mohan Charan Majhi, K. V. Singh Deo, and Ministers Mukesh Mahaling, Nityananda Gond, Sampad Chandra Swain, and Suryabanshi Suraj.The deliberations highlighted a shared vision for strengthening higher education and transforming…
The Additional Chief Secretary of the Cooperation Department visited several PACS in Khordha district, including Garedupanchana, Majhihara, Sarat, and Shishupalgarh, to review cooperative activities and strengthen the rural cooperative system.
Bhubaneswar,June 5: The Additional Chief Secretary of the Cooperation Department visited the Garedupanchana, Majhihara, Sarat, and Shishupalgarh PACS in Khordha district, along with the RCMS warehouse at Balianta and the Bhubaneswar Cooperative Supermarket. During the visit, he conducted a comprehensive review of various activities of the societies and emphasized key departmental programmes such as dividend distribution, preparations for the mega membership drive, business diversification, advance…
The government has issued directives for the purchase and mandatory use of electric vehicles for official purposes, aiming to promote clean energy, reduce fuel expenses, and encourage environmentally sustainable transportation practices.
Bhubaneswar,June 5: Guidelines issued for the mandatory use of electric vehicles (EVs) in government work. The Finance Department has released instructions for the purchase of EVs.The Governor and the Chief Minister can purchase EVs costing up to ₹30 lakh.The Chief Justice of the High Court and Ministers can also purchase EVs up to ₹30 lakh.The Chief Secretary, Development Commissioner, and Secretaries can purchase EVs up…
The district administration organized a district-level public grievance hearing camp where officials listened to the problems and complaints of citizens and assured prompt action for resolving issues related to public services and welfare schemes.
Jharsuguda: June 5:A district-level “Mahasamadhan” public grievance hearing camp was organized by the district administration at the DMF Auditorium located within the District Collector’s office premises. The camp was held to ensure simple and efficient resolution of public grievances. A total of 97 complaints were registered during the camp, out of which 59 were individual grievances and 38 were collective complaints. Each application was reviewed…