State Executive and General Body Meeting of Utkal Sammilani Held

Nabarangpur March, 7:The land of Nabarangpur will witness a historic and memorable chapter of discussions during the 50th session of Utkal Sammilani. This session is expected to remain a significant page in history for strengthening the identity of the Odia language, its literature, and the development of a prosperous Odisha through Utkaliya traditions.At a time when separatist ideas such as demands for a Koshal State…

Former Minister Jayaram Pangi Quits Indian National Congress

Koraput March, 7: Senior politician from South Odisha and former minister Jayaram Pangi has resigned from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress today. He has sent his resignation letter to the President of the Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee. In his resignation letter, Pangi stated that he is currently unable to devote sufficient time to party activities. It is worth noting that he has…

Prominent Social Worker and Retired Teacher Passes Away in Kakatpur

Kakatpur, March, 7: Noted social worker and retired ideal teacher Prasanna Kumar Swain of Olangar village under Kakatpur passed away at the age of 82. After retiring from his teaching career, the late Swain remained associated with various organizations in the area and earned considerable appreciation for his contributions to social service. During his career, he taught at schools in Rasulpur and Bikash Nagar, guiding…

Demand Grows to Declare Jeypore as a Separate District

Jeypore, March, 7:A memorandum has been submitted to the Chief Minister demanding that Jeypore be declared a separate district. The memorandum was submitted by the citizens of Jeypore through the Sub-Collector. In the memorandum, it has been stated that under Article 162 of the Constitution of India, Jeypore should be declared an independent district. Citizens have argued that due to long-standing administrative difficulties and neglect,…

From Village Home to the Sarpanch Office: Simran’s Inspiring Tale of Leadership in Rural Punjab

Chandigarh, Mar 6: Across the villages of Punjab, thousands of women are quietly rewriting the narrative of rural leadership. This International Women’s Day, Roundglass Foundation celebrates the journey of over 17,000 rural women who have emerged as key drivers of social transformation across the state through community-led programs focused on sustainability, youth development and wellbeing.  Working across initiatives such as The Billion Tree Project, Waste…

Thailand RISE Fund Positions Thai Research for Global Innovation Impact 

Bangkok, Mar 6: Thailand has launched a new phase in its national research and innovation strategy with the introduction of the Thailand RISE Fund, a rebranded national research funding initiative aimed at accelerating the transition from academic research to real-world economic and social impact.  The seond edion of the Thailand RISE Fund Forum: RISE UP THAILAND was held at Mae Fah Luang University (MFU) on 23…

Only 24 Days for Counting and Verification Before Niladri Bije

Bhubaneswar,  March, 6: Only 24 days will be available for the counting and verification process before Niladri Bije.Six jewellers will be included in the State Bank of India panel for the counting and verification.One gemologist and two officials from Reserve Bank of India will also be present.Two expert photographers will record the entire process.Everything will be digitized and preserved, said the Chief Administrator.During the previous…

IPS Arjita Appointed New SDPO; Partha Shifted to Koraput Police Headquarters

Jeypore:March, 6: Young IPS officer Arjita Mittal of the 2022 batch has been appointed as the new Sub-Divisional Police Officer (SDPO) of Jeypore. She will take charge from the current SDPO Partha Jagadish Kashyap. The Odisha Home Department has issued an official order in this regard. IPS officer Kashyap has been transferred to the Koraput Police Headquarters, and the order states that he must join…

Government Provides Over 2.5 Lakh Pucca Houses to Beneficiaries

Bhubaneswar, March, 6: In one year, the government has provided more than 2.5 lakh pucca houses.Written reply by the Panchayati Raj Minister in the Assembly.During 2024–25, 2,81,000 families were sanctioned pucca houses.306 landless families have been provided land.Under the Antyodaya Gruha Yojana, 1.58 lakh families have received pucca houses so far.Under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana, 28,07,000 families have received pucca houses.According to the Awas Plus…