Odisha Launches WhatsApp-Based Summer Learning for Students up to Class VIII

Bhubaneswar,Apr 22(BNP): In a significant move to ensure uninterrupted learning during the summer vacation, the Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) on Tuesday announced the rollout of a WhatsApp-based Summer Learning Programme for students from Shishu Vatika to Class VIII. The initiative is designed to keep students academically engaged during the holiday period by providing practice assignments and audiovisual learning content. The study materials will…

Sunrisers Hyderabad Register Third Straight Win with 47-Run Victory Over Delhi Capitals in IPL 2026

Hyderabad, Apr 22(BNP): Sunrisers Hyderabad delivered a commanding all-round performance to defeat Delhi Capitals by 47 runs in Match 31 of the Indian Premier League 2026 season, powered by a sensational century from Abhishek Sharma and a match-winning bowling spell by Eshan Malinga. Batting first at the Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket Stadium, Hyderabad posted a formidable total of 242/2 in their 20 overs. Abhishek Sharma led…

Women March in Lucknow to Demand Passage of Nari Shakti Bill Ahead of 2029 Lok Sabha Election

New Delhi, April 22(BNP): A massive women’s protest march was organized in the state capital Lucknow against the rejection of the Nari Shakti Vandan Bill. Under the leadership of Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath, thousands of women marched on foot from the Chief Minister’s residence (5 Kalidas Marg) to the Vidhan Sabha, expressing their concerns regarding the developments related to the bill. Several women ministers and…

Public demand grows for government bus service between Baliguda and Sambalpur to improve connectivity and ease travel

Baliguda, April 22  Baliguda, the largest subdivision of Kandhamal district in Odisha, continues to face various shortages, inconveniences, and administrative issues. Among these, the lack of a direct government bus service from Baliguda to Sambalpur has become a major concern for local residents.Despite repeated verbal and written appeals to departmental authorities and the local MLA, no concrete steps have been taken so far. This has…

MLA inaugurates two multi-purpose halls in Kotpad, boosting community infrastructure

Kotpad,April 22:  Two multi-purpose halls were inaugurated today in Kotpad town by the respected MLA of Kotpad, Shri Rupu Bhatra.These halls are expected to be highly beneficial in the coming days for organizing social, cultural, and various public events. They will contribute to the convenience and overall development of the local community.  

Mandatory AgriStack registration underway under Digital Agriculture initiative; all farmers, including beneficiaries of CM Kisan and PM Kisan, urged to enroll

Bhubaneswar, April 22:  Under the government’s Digital Agriculture initiative, AgriStack farmer registration is ongoing. All categories of farmers, including beneficiaries of CM Kisan and PM Kisan schemes, are required to register mandatorily.  

High-level review meeting held to streamline turmeric marketing in Kandhamal district under joint chairmanship of senior officials.

Bhubaneswar, April 22:  A significant review meeting was held under the joint chairmanship of the Additional Chief Secretary of the Cooperation Department and the District Collector to facilitate easy marketing of turmeric produced in Kandhamal district.Under the State Government’s assured support price (SASP) scheme, steps have been taken for the procurement and value addition of Kandhamal turmeric through a “Hub and Spoke” model.In this regard,…

Cluster-Level Teaching Materials Preparation Workshop concludes successfully at Bandbahal, enhancing classroom innovation and learning outcomes.

Jharsuguda April 22:: A two-day cluster-level workshop on the preparation of teaching-learning materials was successfully held at the high school located in Bahal Colony, Bandbahal. The program was inaugurated by the headmaster of the local high school, Santosh Baliar Singh, who attended as the chief guest.On the first day of the workshop, 17 teachers from the cluster actively participated in preparing various teaching materials. On…

Drivers’ Association calls off protest after successful talks with District Collector and SP, restoring normalcy in the region.

Jharsuguda April 22:: The ongoing agitation by contract carriers and tanker drivers at the Indian Oil Corporation terminal in Jharsuguda district has been resolved, bringing relief to transportation issues. Following the direct intervention of District Collector Kunal Motiram Chhanan and Superintendent of Police G.R. Raghavendra, the oil loading operations in tankers have returned to normal.The District Collector personally visited the terminal to assess the situation.…