Kotpad, June 5: Manas Ranjan Nayak has today assumed charge as the Forest Department Officer of Kotpad in Koraput district. Prior to this, he was serving in Jeypore. Mr. Nayak took over the responsibility after Bidyut Biswas Cha, who was previously serving in the post, retired from service.
The district witnessed a historic moment with the organization of its first-ever Digital Creators’ Conference, bringing together content creators, social media influencers, and digital professionals on a common platform.
Nabarangpur, June 5: Under the initiative of music director Anand Das, the first-ever Digital Creators’ Conference in the history of the district was organized at the premises of Utkal College, Nabarangpur. On this occasion, hundreds of YouTubers, content creators, and vloggers from different corners of the district participated in the event. Distinguished guests present at the program included Odisha Sangeet Akademi member Devdas Mahakud, telefilm…
The Bakada Bedha Night Cricket Season 3 Tournament 2026 concluded successfully with enthusiastic participation from players and spectators, creating a festive atmosphere and promoting sportsmanship among local youth.
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…