Chennai registers second consecutive win, defeating Kolkata by 32 runs. Bengaluru: IPL 23rd league match today between Bengaluru and Lucknow. Chennai, Apr 15: Chennai Super Kings secured their second consecutive victory in IPL 2026 with a commanding 32-run win over Kolkata Knight Riders at the MA Chidambaram Stadium. Batting first after being asked to field, Chennai posted 192/5, with key contributions from Sanju Samson (48)…
Prof. Asima Sahu Takes Charge as New Vice-Chancellor of Khallikote Cluster University
Khallikote, April 15: Prof. Asima Sahu has taken charge today as the new Vice-Chancellor of Khallikote Cluster University, Berhampur.
University Grants Commission Stresses Student Safety, Issues Directive to Universities and Colleges
Bhubaneswar, April 15: The University Grants Commission has sent a letter to universities and colleges emphasizing the importance of ensuring the safety of students within educational institutions.The UGC has instructed that all safety-related committees in institutions must function properly and effectively. This includes strict implementation of the Anti-Ragging Committee, Internal Complaints Committee (ICC), and Equal Opportunity Cell.The directive also highlights the importance of CCTV surveillance…
Panchayat Samiti Meeting Held to Review Development Works and Ongoing Projects
Kotpad, April 15: A Panchayat Samiti meeting was held regarding various development works at the Kotpad Panchayat Samiti office conference hall in Koraput district.The meeting was attended by local MLA Rupu Bhadra and several officials.Discussions were held on addressing developmental needs and finding solutions to local requirements. As per the BDO’s report, although the MLA and all officials were present, the BDO stated that the…
Blood Donation Camp Organized at Kotpad Health Centre on the Occasion of Odia Paksha
Kotpad , April 15: A blood donation camp was organized at the Kotpad Health Centre on the occasion of Odia Paksha.The programme was inaugurated by local MLA Rupna Bhadra and BDO M. Shankar Rao. The camp was held under the chairmanship of Health Centre doctor Dr. Bishwaranjan Malik.A large number of youth, students, teachers, and fire service personnel from the Kotpad area voluntarily participated in…
Govt Tightens Rules on Overloaded Vehicles, Revises Highway Fees
New Delhi, April 15 (BNP) – The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has notified amendments to the National Highways fee rules, introducing a revised framework to regulate and penalise overloaded vehicles. The National Highways Fee (Determination of Rates and Collection) Fourth Amendment Rules, 2026 will come into effect from April 15. Under the revised norms, vehicles carrying up to 10% excess load will not be…
Grand Conference of Koya Community Held at Pulimetla with Enthusiastic Participation
Malkangiri, April 15: A grand conference of the Koya community was held at Pulimetla village under Kalimela block in Malkangiri district. The event turned festive with traditional attire, music, and dance, while new leadership was selected for the development of the community.The program showcased a vibrant glimpse of Koya culture. Men and women of the community participated enthusiastically, wearing traditional dresses and performing dances to…
First Meeting of Malkangiri Block Primary Teachers’ Association Held with Focus on Education and Welfare Issues
Malkangiri, April 15: The first meeting of the Malkangiri Block Primary Teachers’ Association was held at the District Primary Teachers’ भवन under the अध्यक्षता of President Ram Prasad Padhi.Secretary Manoj Sethi presented the report, while Ganesh Chandra Jena performed a devotional song. As the chief guest, State Association Vice-President Ranjit Nayak attended the meeting and spoke about strengthening the organization.All members expressed their views that…
Meghwal Leads Plantation Drive, Shramdaan Under Swachhta Pakhwada
New Delhi, April 15, (BNP): Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Law and Justice, Arjun Ram Meghwal, on Tuesday led a plantation drive and Shramdaan at Windsor Place Roundabout, NDMC Park, Janpath in New Delhi as part of the ongoing Swachhta Pakhwada. The minister planted a sapling and urged citizens to actively contribute to increasing green cover, highlighting the government’s focus on cleanliness and environmental…
NPS Teachers’ Association Urges Authorities to Open Transfer Portal at the Earliest
Bhubaneswar, April 15: The 2026–27 academic year has already begun. However, the transfer process for secondary school teachers for the 2025–26 academic year is still incomplete, and the transfer portal for the current year has not yet been opened.Although there are instructions every year to open the online transfer portal in February and complete the entire process by mid-June, these guidelines are not being properly…