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Bhubaneswar, April,16: Severe Heatwave Approaching; Intense Heat , Yellow Alert Issued in the StateA severe heatwave is approaching. onwards, the heat will become unbearable, and a Yellow Alert has been issued across the state.  

Nandapur:April 16:  The office of the District Education Officer in Koraput district has requested the authorities to fill the shortage of officers in the education department.In response to a complaint registered on the state public grievance portal, the District Education Office, through letter No. 1973/ESTT-Vacancy, informed that out of the 14 sanctioned posts of Block Education Officers (BEOs), 8 posts are vacant, and out of…

Umarkote, April 16:  A tragic incident occurred a few days ago in Uparasahi village under Kurshi Panchayat of Umarkote police limits in Umarkote, where three minor girls drowned in a nearby pond after returning from school.The deceased were identified as Sandhya and Sandhita, daughters of Rajman Gond, and Bhumika, daughter of Balsai Gond, all residents of the same village.Upon hearing the heartbreaking news, Minister Nityananda…

Jeypore, April 16:  Traffic congestion at Gandhi Chhak in Jeypore is set to improve soon. The municipal authorities have planned to install solar-powered digital traffic signal lights at the junction. The Detailed Project Report (DPR) has already been prepared, and further steps will be taken after administrative approval, informed Municipal Chairman Narendra Kumar Mahanti.He stated that Jeypore is the main commercial hub of the undivided…

Bhubaneswar, April 16:  The state government has begun preparations for the upcoming Panchayat elections.The Panchayati Raj Department has issued a letter to all District Collectors regarding seat reservation.Instructions have been given to implement reservation for the posts of Ward Members, Sarpanch, and Samiti Members.  

Phulbani, April 16:  Preparations for the famous Maa Narayani Thakurani Yatra in Phulbani have officially begun with the installation of the sacred Shubha Khunti (auspicious wooden post) on the holy occasion of Pana Sankranti.The rituals started today at the temporary yatra pavilion with traditional पूजा (worship ceremonies). The Yatra Committee President Kabula Senapati led the rituals with devotion and sincerity.Following the पूजा, a grand procession…

Apr 15 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Wednesday called upon people to adopt nine collective pledges focused on building a healthier, cleaner, and more developed India, while addressing a public gathering in Mandya, Karnataka. He said the initiatives are aimed at supporting the vision of a “developed Karnataka and a developed India,” with emphasis on individual responsibility and community participation. Among the key pledges,…

Apr 15 (BNP): The Chhattisgarh Cabinet on Wednesday approved a significant decision to reduce land registration charges by 50% for properties registered in the name of women. The move is aimed at encouraging women’s ownership of property and strengthening their financial independence. In a separate decision, the Cabinet also approved a 25% concession in stamp duty for defence personnel, ex-servicemen from Chhattisgarh, and their widows.…

Raipur, Apr 15 (BNP): At least nine people were killed and 15 others injured in a major accident at a power plant in Sakti district of Chhattisgarh, officials said. Preliminary reports indicate that the incident was caused by a boiler explosion at the facility, triggering a serious industrial mishap. Rescue and relief operations were launched immediately, and the injured were rushed to nearby hospitals for…

Canberra, Apr 15 (BNP): Australia has announced that its Army will be led by a woman for the first time in its 125-year history, marking a historic milestone in the country’s military leadership. Susan Coyle, currently serving as Chief of Joint Capabilities, will take over as Chief of Army in July as part of a broader reshuffle of the defence force leadership. She will succeed…