Bhubaneswar, April 10: The cabinet meeting has concluded with approval of 16 proposals across 13 departments.Approval has been given to amendments in the reservation policy in educational institutions.The number of seats for SC and ST students has been increased in educational institutions.A new scheme, the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana, will be launched in the state.Beneficiaries will receive an additional 5 kg of rice under the scheme.Another…
All Students Clear Class 5 and 8 with 100 percent Success Rate
Jeypore,April 10:: All students of Class 5 and Class 8 have passed the examinations. Only 11 students failed, and they were those who did not appear for the exams—5 from Class 5 and 6 from Class 8.After many years, the pass-fail system was reintroduced from the last academic session. For this, question papers were provided by the Education Department. However, answer sheets were evaluated by…
Government Announces Free Distribution of 5 Kg Rice
Bhubaneswar, April 10: To further strengthen food security, a new scheme has been introduced:Beneficiaries under the National Food Security Act (NFSA) and State Food Security Scheme (SFSS) will receive additional rice.Apart from the regular monthly allotted quota, an extra 5 kg of rice will be provided.Each person will get 5 kg of additional rice per month free of cost.Around 1,96,297 families covering 3.28 crore beneficiaries…
Awareness Drive Launched for Odia Nameplates During Odia Paksha
Nabarangpur, April 10:On the occasion of Odia Paksha, a large awareness rally titled “Odia Nameplate Campaign” was launched near the statue of B. R. Ambedkar in Nabarangpur.The campaign was inaugurated by local MLA and District Planning Board Chairman Gouri Shankar Majhi and District Collector Dr. Maheswar Swain, who flagged off the rally.Organized under the direct supervision of District Labour Officer Chhotaray Tudu, the program saw…
Green Transport Boost: E-Bus Services Planned for Keonjhar
Keonjhar, April 10:: After a long wait, a modern and pollution-free transport system is set to begin in Keonjhar. The state government is introducing green buses (electric buses) to provide a permanent solution to the city’s transportation problems.In the first phase, 25 e-buses have already reached Keonjhar, and 11 routes have been identified to connect the city and its surrounding areas. In the next phase,…
Padma Shri Deviprasanna Pattanayak Honored with Prestigious Prachi Sahitya Samman
Cuttack, April 10:: Eminent linguist Deviprasanna Pattanayak was honored with the Prachi Sahitya Samman by the Prachi Anusthan. The award, along with a citation and memento, was presented at his residence in Bhubaneswar.Padma Shri Pattanayak’s contribution to securing classical language status for the Odia language is considered unparalleled. His research-based writings and intellectual works have given new direction to the language. Some of his notable…
Farewell Felicitation Held for Community Health Officer Dr. Ranjit Das
Kotpad, April 10:: A farewell felicitation was organized for Community Health Officer Dr. Ranjit Das at the Kotpad Community Health Centre.It is well known that health is wealth and doctors are considered second to God. In the same way, Dr. Ranjit Das had been serving the Kotpad region for the past 8 years, working as a pediatric doctor and providing selfless healthcare services to all…
e-KYC Mandatory: No LPG Cylinder Without Verification
Bhubaneswar, April 10: The state government has made an important announcement for LPG consumers.e-KYC has been made mandatory to receive subsidized LPG cylinders.Sale of 1 kg and 5 kg LPG cylinders has been completely restricted.Statewide raids are being conducted against those involved in black marketing.How to Complete e-KYC:Visit your nearest LPG distributor to complete e-KYC.Provide biometric verification using your Aadhaar card and mobile number.You can…
Odia Signboards Now Mandatory Across Establishments
Bhubaneswar April 10:: It has now been made mandatory for all shops and commercial establishments to display their nameplates clearly and correctly in the Odia language.If the rule is not followed, business owners will be penalized under Section 35 of the law. The Odisha Labour and Employees’ State Insurance Department has directed strict enforcement of this rule.If any shop or commercial establishment does not display…
Free Coaching Camp Organized at Kothar for Students
Kothar, April 10:: A free coaching camp has been organized by the Shriyansu Foundation with the aim of providing quality education to meritorious students from rural and economically weaker backgrounds.The program was attended by social worker Chaturbhuj Nayak, retired headmaster Hemanta Sutar, organization head and social worker Prabhat Panda, along with Ganesh Sutar, Purnachandra Nayak, Dhirendra Pati, and journalist Ratikanta Nayak.On the first day, more…