West Bengal, May 29: A new announcement has been made in West Bengal regarding rice-and-fish meals at just ₹5. The government has announced that these ₹5 meals will be provided through 400 special canteens. Under the Annapurna scheme, eligible women will receive ₹3,000 per month from the 27th onward. It was also stated that no liquor counters will be allowed within a 1-kilometre radius of…
Odisha Cabinet Approves Revised Cost Estimate for Proposed Grid Sub-Station Project at Paradip Under Leadership of Mohan Charan Majhi
Bhubaneswar,May 29: Under the chairmanship of Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi, the State Cabinet meeting approved the revised cost estimate proposal for the “proposed Grid Sub-Station Project at Paradip” to further accelerate the pace of Odisha’s development. This important decision is expected to strengthen the state’s power infrastructure and ensure reliable electricity supply in the Paradip and Kendrapara PCPIR (Petroleum, Chemicals and Petrochemicals…
Suvendu Adhikari Meets Vice President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan at Vice President’s House
West Bengal, May 29: The Hon’ble Chief Minister of West Bengal, Suvendu Adhikari, paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble Vice President of India, C. P. Radhakrishnan, at the Vice President’s House. During the meeting, various issues concerning development, good governance, and the future growth of West Bengal were discussed in a cordial atmosphere. The interaction reflected a shared vision for strengthening the state’s progress…
Odisha Cabinet Approves “Odisha Repealing Bill, 2026” Under Chairmanship of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi
Bhubaneswar,May 29: Under the chairmanship of Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, the State Cabinet has approved the proposal for the “Odisha Repealing Bill, 2026.”Through this landmark initiative, as many as 358 obsolete and outdated laws enacted between 1974 and 2025 will be repealed. The move is aimed at simplifying the government’s administrative and legal framework, making governance more transparent, efficient, and citizen-friendly. The repeal…
Joint Public Grievance Hearing Programme Organised by Collectorate Collectorate Nabarangpur at Raighar Block Office
Nabarangpu, May 29: Collectorate Nabarangpur organized a joint public grievance hearing program at Raighar Block Office. Following the grievance hearing, identified beneficiaries were provided with pension cards and wheelchairs by the Department of Social Security and Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities. In addition, financial assistance was distributed to the beneficiaries of the Antyodaya Housing Scheme. The program aimed to address public concerns at the grassroots…
Krishna Chandra Secures 185th Rank in OCS, Proves Determination Can Defeat All Odds
Anandapur, May 29: Krishna Chandra Hembram, a differently-abled tribal youth, has achieved success in the Odisha Civil Services (OCS) examination by securing the 185th rank. He cleared the examination in his very first attempt. Despite visual impairment and financial hardship, he overcame all challenges through determination and hard work. His achievement has made Anandapur in Keonjhar district proud. Krishna Chandra belongs to Panchu Gochhia village…
Sabitarani Sadangi Set to Assume Charge as Kotpad Block Education Officer
Kotpad,May 29:: As the transfer order of current Block Education Officer (BEO) Mr. Swapneswar Nayak to Padia in Malkangiri district has been issued, the Koraput District Education Officer, through order No. 4066 dated 26/06/2026, has directed Mr. Nayak to be relieved from his responsibilities and immediately hand over all official duties to Mrs. Sabitarani Sadangi, Headmistress of Kotpad PM Shri High School. Following the circulation…
RDC Directs Inclusion of All Sports Associations in Membership Process to Ensure Wider Representation
Kotpad, May 29: Amid the ongoing controversy surrounding the membership and voting process of the Jeypore Sub-Divisional Sports Association, a major breakthrough has been achieved. On December 28 last year, the Odia daily newspaper Sambad published a report titled “Kotpad Neglected in the Sub-Divisional Athletic Association.” The report highlighted that sports associations from Kotpad, Boipariguda, and Kundra blocks were allegedly excluded from the membership process…
Higher Education Department Issues Admission Notification for Undergraduate Courses for 2026–27 Academic Session
Bhubaneswar, May 29: The Higher Education Department has issued a notification regarding admission applications for undergraduate courses for the 2026–27 academic session. Applications for admission will begin online from May 27 and continue until June 10. The Common Application Form (CAF) will be made available for students on the SAMS portal from 4 PM on Wednesday. The admission process will be conducted in accordance with…
Vedanta Group Chairman Anil Agarwal Meets Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhavan, Discusses Industrial Growth and Investment Opportunities
Bhubaneswar,May 29: At Lok Seva Bhavan, Vedanta Group Chairman Mr Anil Agarwal called on Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi. Detailed discussions were held on the progress of ongoing projects, ensuring their timely completion, strengthening industrial infrastructure, and generating large-scale employment opportunities for the youth of the State. Hon’ble Chief Minister reaffirmed the State Government’s commitment to ensuring smooth and timely execution of projects…