Nabarangpur, May 11: A block-level social audit public hearing camp was organised at the conference hall of Dabugaon Block.The public hearing programme, chaired by BDO Samir Patra, reviewed the expenditure and projects undertaken under MGNREGA and the Central Fifteenth Finance Commission schemes between April 1 and October 2025.During this period, 6,06,724 labour days were generated across the 12 gram panchayats of Dabugaon Block. A total…
Swati Hota Reappointed as President of Bharatiya Janata Party Women’s Morcha Koraput for Another Term
Jeypore: May 11:Swati Hota has once again been appointed as the President of the Women’s Morcha of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Koraput district.Party leaders and workers welcomed her reappointment with great enthusiasm and extended their congratulations.Swati Hota expressed gratitude to the party leadership for reposing faith in her once again.She reaffirmed her commitment to strengthening the organisation at the grassroots level across the district.She…
Fear of Cyclone Intensifies as Weather Conditions Become Favourable for the Formation of a Strong System Over the Sea
Bhubaneswar, May 11: Concerns over a possible cyclone are growing stronger. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a cyclogenesis alert following the formation of a cyclonic circulation over the South Andaman Sea. According to the weather update released this morning, the system has developed in the South Andaman Sea region and is being closely monitored by meteorologists. The IMD has further predicted the formation…
District-Level Rabi Paddy Procurement Committee Meeting Held Under the Chairmanship of Koraput District Collector to Ensure Smooth Procurement Process
Koraput, May 11: The meeting focused on ensuring a smooth and transparent paddy procurement process across the district.Officials reviewed procurement targets, arrangements at mandis, and timely payment to farmers.Discussions were also held on transportation, storage facilities, and grievance redressal mechanisms.The District Collector directed concerned departments to coordinate effectively for hassle-free procurement operations.Emphasis was laid on safeguarding the interests of farmers and completing the procurement process…
Various Academic and Infrastructure Issues Raised Seeking Immediate Attention at Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Residential School
Malkangiri, May 11: Demands have intensified for immediate attention to various issues affecting the Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose Residential School located at the district headquarters of Malkangiri. Functioning successfully since 2016 in association with Government Upper Primary School, Butiguda, the residential school currently provides education to students from Classes II to VIII.At present, students including dropouts, child labourers, children from single-parent families, orphans, and children…
District-Level Sadashiv Tripathy Jayanti Celebrated with Tribute to His Unforgettable Role in the Freedom Struggle and Tribal Development
Malkangiri, May 11: The birth anniversary celebration of former Odisha Chief Minister Dr. Sadashiv Tripathy was observed with reverence at the premises of Malkangiri Government Women’s Higher Secondary School.Malkangiri Sub-Collector Duryodhan Durua Bhoi attended the programme as the chief guest. He inaugurated the event by lighting the ceremonial lamp and offering floral tributes to the portrait of Dr. Tripathy.On this occasion, Sub-Collector Shri Bhoi said…
Preparatory Meeting Held at District Headquarters Hospital for Successful Conduct of Chief Minister’s Vayu Health Service Camp
Malkangiri, May 11: A preparatory meeting was held regarding the Chief Minister’s Vayu Health Service Camp, which is scheduled to be organised at the District Headquarters Hospital from May 12 to May 15, 2026.The meeting was conducted under the chairmanship of District Headquarters Hospital Superintendent Dr. Choudhury Nihar Ranjan Praharaj. Additional District Public Health Officers, senior doctors of the district headquarters hospital, hospital administrators, and…
District-Level World Red Cross Day Celebrated in Malkangiri with Focus on Humanity, Service and Social Responsibility
Malkangiri, May 11: The district-level World Red Cross Day was celebrated at the auditorium of Malkangiri College under the chairmanship of Dr. Chittaranjan Barik.The programme was attended by Additional District Magistrate and President of the College Management Committee, Somnath Pradhan, as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, he advised the volunteers to serve the nation by drawing inspiration from the ideals of Henry Dunant.At the…
Alumni Association Meeting of Kendrapara College Alumni Association Highlights Demand for Identification of Land Recorded in the College’s Name
Kendrapara, May 11:A meeting of the Alumni Association of Kendrapara College was held on Saturday at the mini conference hall of the college. The meeting was chaired by Professor Duryodhan Parida, President of the association, and attended by the Working President as well as Principal of the college, Professor Shantanu Kumar Jena.Association Secretary Dr. Pramod Kumar Das informed the members about the objectives of the…
Weather System Expected to Intensify as Low Pressure May Form by May 12 and Cyclone Likely to Take Shape After May 15
Bhubaneswar, May 11: A cyclonic circulation has formed over the southern Andaman Sea and adjoining areas. It extends up to about 1.5 km above sea level. According to the Meteorological Department, this system is expected to further intensify and turn into a low-pressure area around the 12th to 13th of May. Subsequently, it may strengthen into a depression, and the possibility of it developing into…