Nabarangpur, Feb, 28: The Hirli tourist spot located on the outskirts of Nabarangpur town and the Kusumjhar Dam are currently in a deplorable condition due to lack of maintenance. However, there is now a green signal to develop both places into a new tourism corridor. Earlier, land had been provided for the construction of houses for landless families and fire services personnel. Although roads, an…
₹1.73 Crore Sanctioned for 12 Higher Education Institutions
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 28: Under the “Ama Gaurav Ama College” scheme, the Higher Education Department has sanctioned ₹1.73 crore for the development of one university and 11 colleges in the state. The funds have been approved for the development of Ravenshaw University and the following institutions: Agalpur Panchayat Samiti (Degree) College, Bolangir district Bijepur (Degree) College, Bargarh district Salepur Autonomous College, Cuttack district Biren Mitra Memorial…
Christian Development Council Felicitates Police Officer at Welcome Ceremony
Nabarangpur, Feb, 28: The newly appointed Officer-in-Charge of Maidulpur Police Station under Papadahandi block in Nabarangpur district, Mr. Jugal Shabar, was felicitated by the Nabarangpur Christian Development Council. On this occasion, Council President Sanjeeb Kumar Nag, Vice-President Sarat Chandra Jal, Committee Member Rev. Birajmohan Kandhapani, Secretary Acharya Nihimiya Badhan, Joint Secretary Rev. Sudhir Kumar Nayak, Treasurer Chandrasekhar Pahadsingh, along with other committee members, welcomed him…
New Legislative Assembly and Secretariat Buildings Announced
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 28: Announcement made regarding the construction of new government buildings in Bhubaneswar. A Jana Ashraya Bhavan (public guest house) will be constructed for visitors coming from outside. A new State Legislative Assembly building and a new Secretariat building will be constructed. A world-class new museum and the Odisha Mandap Convention Centre will also be developed.
State Mulls Reservation Policy for Medical and Engineering Students
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 28: The proposal regarding the reservation system is currently under active consideration by the government. At present, 11.5percent reservation is being provided to Other Backward Classes (OBC) in higher education. Students belonging to Scheduled Castes (SC) are receiving 22.50percent reservation, while 16.25percent reservation is being implemented for students belonging to Scheduled Tribes (ST). This information was provided in a written reply in the State…
Administration Foils Child Marriage Attempt in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur,Feb, 28: The district administration of Nabarangpur has prevented a child marriage that was being arranged in the Khatiguda police station area under Tentulikhunti block. According to reports, preparations for the child marriage were underway in the Khatiguda area, and arrangements for the feast had already been made. However, officials from Shobha voluntary organization, Childline, and the police administration reached the spot in time and…
Ratna Bhandar Inventory to Begin in First Week of March
Puri,Feb, 28: The inventory and counting of the Ratna Bhandar of Jagannath Temple will begin in the first week of March. This information was given by Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan. “Discussions have been held with the Chhatisha Nijog, and the schedule will be finalized soon.” “We are planning to conduct the inventory within the first week of March.” “Responsibility has been assigned to the Managing Committee…
Dharmendra Pradhan Inaugurates District-Level Fishery and Animal Resources Fair in Sambalpur
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 28: Hon’ble Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated the district-level “Fishery and Animal Resources Fair” organized in Sambalpur and conveyed the message of a prosperous Sambalpur through the successful implementation of government schemes. Shri Pradhan informed the fish farmers and livestock rearers present at the event about the special incentives being provided by the government to transform dairy farming, fisheries, and animal husbandry into…
Rs 1 Crore Sanctioned for Construction of Brahmataladhwaja Chariot
Kendrapara, Feb, 28: The State Government has sanctioned Rs1 crore for the construction of the Brahmataladhwaja Rath in Kendrapara. For the past several years, the 14 wheels of the chariot were not in proper condition, causing difficulties. Various obstacles occurred while pulling the chariot during the Rath Yatra. Similar issues were also observed during the Bahuda Yatra. Such disruptions had been creating dissatisfaction among devotees. To…
Paddy Procurement to Continue 15 Days Beyond Token Expiry
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 28: Major announcement by Food Supplies Minister Krushna Chandra Patra regarding paddy procurement. “Even if the token validity period expires, it will be extended by another 15 days.” “All District Collectors in the state can extend this time period.” “No farmer in the state will be excluded due to delay or any related issues.” Paddy procurement will continue until March 31, said Krushna Chandra…