Kalbaisakhi Storm Wreaks Havoc in Phulbani as Strong Winds Blow Away Roofs of Several Houses

Phulbani, June 2:  A severe Kalbaisakhi storm struck Pandamaha village under Yubaguda Panchayat of Kotagarh Block on Thursday evening around 7 PM. The sudden storm brought strong winds, heavy rain, lightning, and thunder, causing widespread damage in the village. Around 15 to 20 families suffered damage to their houses, with doors broken and roofs blown away. In some cases, asbestos roofing sheets were carried nearly…

Integrated B.Ed Course to Be Introduced at Vikram Dev University to Expand Teacher Education Opportunities

Jeypore,June 2: There is good news for students aspiring to become teachers. An Integrated B.Ed course will be introduced at the Vikram Dev University campus. The course is scheduled to begin from the 2027–28 academic session. The state government has granted NOC (No Objection Certificate) for the programme. While the university has already completed the registration process, documentation work is being expedited. Vice-Chancellor Professor Hrushikesh…

District Collector Inaugurates New Sports Infrastructure Project to Promote Youth Development and Athletic Excellence

Kolnara, June 2: A review meeting chaired by District Collector Ashutosh Kulkarni was held on Wednesday at the Sadbhavana Hall of the Kolnara office. Discussions focused on increasing marigold flower cultivation being carried out by SHG women in various rural areas. The District Collector emphasized boosting production and involving more interested farmers in the cultivation to expand the farming area. It was informed that a…

Poet Nirupama Pani Honoured with Prestigious ‘Realist Poet Award’ for Literary Contributions

Bhadrak, June 2: Renowned poet Nirupama Pani, wife of late Pradeepta Pani from Binatara village near Chandbali, has been honored with the title of “Realist Poet” by Rajashree Kala O Sahitya Sansad, a leading literary institution of the state located at Koro in Kendrapara district. It is worth mentioning that Nirupama Pani’s poetry collections “Akuha Katha” (“Unspoken Words”) and “Ichhamaya Tume” (“You Are the Embodiment…

Telangana Government Announces Breakfast and Midday Meal Scheme for College Students Across the State

Hyderabad,June 2: Students studying Intermediate courses (Class 11 and 12) in government and government-aided junior colleges in Telangana will soon receive free breakfast and midday meals. Telangana Chief Minister A. Revanth Reddy will officially launch the scheme on June 12. While several states already provide free midday meals to school students, neighboring Andhra Pradesh has extended the midday meal scheme to Intermediate students as well.…

C. P. Radhakrishnan Received a Warm Welcome Upon His Arrival in Bengaluru

Bengaluru, June 2:  Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan received a warm welcome upon his arrival in Bengaluru, Karnataka. Governor Thawar Chand Gehlot, along with several other dignitaries and senior officials, greeted him at the airport. The visit witnessed a cordial reception marked by official protocol and warm hospitality. Several prominent personalities and government representatives were present on the occasion to extend their welcome to the…

JEE Advanced 2026 Results Declared; Students Across the Country Celebrate Success in Prestigious Engineering Entrance Exam

Bhubaneswar,June 2:  The 2026 JEE Advanced results have been announced. Shubham Kumar from the IIT Delhi zone has emerged as the topper. He secured 330 marks out of 360 to claim the top position. From Odisha, Bhavesh Patra became the state topper by securing an All India Rank (AIR) of 29. A total of 1.79 lakh students appeared for the examination, out of which 56,880…

Mohan Charan Majhi Extended Greetings to All on the Occasion of the State University Vice-Chancellors’ Conference

 Bhubaneswar,  June 2:  On the occasion of the State University Vice-Chancellors’ Conference, Mohan Charan Majhi extended his greetings to everyone. He said that education is the backbone of society and higher education is the key to social development.  He also stated that the education of the younger generation is crucial in making India a “Vishwa Guru” (global leader in knowledge and wisdom).

Successful Candidate Honoured for Bringing Pride Through Achievement in Odisha Administrative Service Examination

Buguda, June 2:: The meritorious student Sanghamitra Patra, who brought pride to the Buguda region by achieving success in the Odisha Administrative Service (OAS) examination, has been felicitated by the Block Office. Sanghamitra is the daughter of Shri Dhruva Charan Patra and Gitanjali Patra of Nuasahi locality in Buguda. She secured the 187th rank in the OAS examination and successfully qualified. She is currently working…