Bhubaneswar, Mar, 23: With the possibility of an intense heat wave ahead and unbearable heat already being felt since February, the authorities of Nandankanan Zoological Park have taken special measures to ensure the safety and comfort of animals and birds.Extensive arrangements have been made for the animals housed in the zoo.Preparations have begun to keep all 328 enclosures cool.These enclosures house 4,150 animals and birds…
LPG e-KYC Update: Government Clarifies Procedures, Documents Required and Verification Guidelines
Bhubaneswar, Mar, 23: The Union Ministry of Petroleum has issued a clarification regarding e-KYC for LPG consumers.The e-KYC system is meant only for unauthorized LPG users.It is not mandatory for all LPG consumers to complete e-KYC.LPG consumers who have not yet completed e-KYC should do so.If a consumer is not a beneficiary of PMUY and has already completed e-KYC earlier, there is no need to…
Councillor and Associates Step Forward to Perform Last Rites of Helpless Poor Man with Dignity and Compassion
Nabarangpur:Mar, 23: After hearing about the death of a oor and helpless man, G. Mohan Rao (56) of Darubandha Sahi in Nabarangpur town, Ward No. 10 Councillor A. Satish, along with social workers Sanuj Tripathy, Bulu Mohapatra, and Babulu Mohapatra, came forward to perform his last rites.Rao had no family members. Local residents had been helping him earlier by providing food and other assistance. He…
Severe Cyclonic Storm Batters Karanjia, Causing Widespread Damage to Houses, Power Lines and Crops
Bhubaneswar, Mar, 23: A severe Kalbaisakhi storm accompanied by a cyclonic wind and hailstorm struck Karanjia Block in Mayurbhanj district on Sunday afternoon, causing widespread destruction.Two people lost their lives in the incident, while five critically injured persons were shifted to the District Headquarters Hospital in Kendujhar district for advanced treatment. More than 40 others sustained injuries.The deceased have been identified as Police Naik (54)…
District Collector Makes Surprise Visit to Kujajaniguda Ashram High School, Reviews Academic and Hostel Facilities
Nabarangpur, Mar, 23: The District Collector, Dr. Maheshwar Swain, paid a surprise visit today to Kujajaniguda Ashram School under Tentulikhunti block.On this occasion, he interacted with the students and inspected the mid-day meal arrangements. After the conclusion of the joint public hearing programme, the District Collector, along with Superintendent of Police Sandip Matkar, District Welfare Officer Rabindra Nath Paika, Group Education Officer Chhatrapati Sahu, Block…
Public Hearing Camp Held at Tentulikhunti, 39 Complaints Received and Wheelchairs Distributed to Divyang Persons
Nabarangpur, Mar, 23:: A public hearing camp was held today at the Panchayat Samiti Conference Hall in Tentulikhunti block under the joint chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain and Superintendent of Police M. Sandip Sampad.The camp was attended by Chief Development Officer and Zilla Parishad President Biranchi Narayan Darwan, Sub-Collector Prakash Kumar Mishra, BDO Manoj Panigrahi, along with various district-level departmental officers.A total of…
Training Programme on “Aspiration, Success, and Becoming Leaders of Change” Successfully Held at Dabugam in Nabarangpur District
Dabugam, March 23: A training camp on the theme “Aspiration and Success, Become Leaders of Change” was conducted on Monday at the Block Conference Hall of Dabugam in Nabarangpur district.The programme was inaugurated by BDO Samir Kumar Patra. Training was provided on topics such as higher education, various educational schemes, social security, and different welfare programmes under social security initiatives.The session also covered subjects including…
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Nabarangpur:Mar, 23: A training programme for Census Field Trainers was conducted at the Ashok Mehta Conference Hall in Nabarangpur.Under the direct supervision of District Collector and Principal Census Officer Maheshwar Swain, detailed guidance was provided on how to smoothly conduct the first phase of the upcoming Census. All master trainers present were oriented on effective management of census operations.Among those present at the training workshop…
Spiritual Fervour Grips Region as Maa Patakhanda Adorns Sacred Sevati Besha Amid Rituals and Celebrations
Baliguda, March23 : The second Tuesday Yatra of the month of Chaitra was celebrated at the shrine of Maa Patakhanda, the presiding deity of the Baliguda region in Kandhamal district.On this occasion, Maa Patakhanda 3before devotees in the rare and sacred Sevati Besha (special floral adornment) on the second Tuesday of Chaitra. Devotees not only from across Kandhamal district but also from various parts of…
FASTag Annual Pass Launched to Enable Seamless Toll Payments and Unlimited Travel Across National Highways
Bhubaneswar, Mar, 23:There is important news for passengers traveling on highways. From April, travel on National Highways will become more expensive.The annual toll pass will become costlier from April 1.The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has revised the annual toll pass charges.NHAI has decided to increase the annual pass fee from ₹3,000 to ₹3,075.The new rate will be applicable for the financial year 2026–27.…