Bhubaneswar, Feb, 14: Demand to abolish MLA and MP quota in Adarsha Vidyalayas BJD MLA Arun Sahu has written a letter to the Chief Minister regarding this issue Letter requests closure of the two-seat quota allotted to MLAs, MPs, and District Collectors “Because of the quota system, meritorious students are being deprived of the chance to study” “Talented students should get the opportunity — abolish the…
Mohan Charan Majhi Inaugurates 112 Projects in Nabarangpur Worth Rs 67.96 Crore
Nabarangpur, Feb, 14: Nabarangpur, under the gracious hands of Hon’ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, a total of 112 projects built at a cost of Rs 67.96 crore were inaugurated, and foundation stones were laid for various upcoming projects worth Rs 378.29 crore. For many years, there had been a demand to establish a medical college in Nabarangpur. Fulfilling this demand was also one of our…
All Farmers’ Paddy Will Be Procured, Assures Minister
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 14: All paddy produced by farmers will be procured, said the Cooperation Minister. “Some paddy is pending due to millers’ storage capacity limits.” “As storage gets cleared, paddy is being lifted accordingly.” Cooperation Minister Pradeep Balasamanta assured that everyone’s paddy will be procured. “Even if the paddy sale period ends, it will be extended.” “There has been a bumper paddy harvest this year; storage…
Service Needs Determination, Not Position — Low-Cost Care Model Inspires All
Patna, Feb, 14: To serve people, neither politics nor a position is necessary — what is needed is strong determination and a sincere purpose. ❤️🙏 This hospital has modern equipment worth around Rs 16 crore, yet the treatment cost is less than Rs 50. At Khan Sir’s hospital, everything is available at very low cost ❤️👍 🩸 Blood Test: Rs 7 ❤️ ECG: Rs 25 🩻…
District-Level DMF Utilization Workshop Held at Sadbhavana Sabhagruha
Koraput, Feb, 14: A district-level consultation workshop was held today at Sadbhavana Sabhagruha, Koraput, for the effective utilization of District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds in the Aspirational District Programme areas. On this occasion, the Koraput District Collector along with other departmental officials were present.
Tamadu Khara Wins Hearts with Kind Behavior at Malkangiri Main Bus Stand
Malkangiri:Feb, 14: Tamadu Khara is a well-known face at the Malkangiri main bus stand. People highly appreciate him for his good behavior. By profession, Tamadu works as a helper/porter (khalasi) and earns his livelihood by doing loading and unloading work at the bus stand to support his family. Even though one of his legs is impaired, he performs all his duties properly. With whatever he earns…
World Youth Day Celebrated at Papasara Upper Primary School in Anugol
Anugol, Feb, 14: World Youth Day was celebrated at Papasara Upper Primary School under Handapa Gram Panchayat in Handapa police station area of Anugol district. On the occasion, light was shed on the life and teachings of Swami Vivekananda. Students who achieved distinction in the Class V scholarship examination and Pathani Samanta Mathematics Talent Scholarship were honored for their accomplishments. Handapa Sarpanch Mrs. Rashmita Pradhan…
National Deworming Day Observed Across Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Feb, 14: The district-level National Deworming Day (February 2026 Round) was inaugurated today at the local PM Shri Raja Chaitanya Dev Government Nodal High School. On this occasion, Chief District Medical Officer Dr. Malay Pradhan, District Education Officer Chhatrapati Sahu, DMO Dr. Sushant Satpathy, ADMO Dr. Malay Tripathy, District Information and Public Relations Officer Manoj Behera, and other dignitaries were present as guests. ADMO…
22nd Hanuman Annual Festival Held at Palasahi
Asurali, Feb, 14:The 22nd Hanuman Annual Festival was organized under the leadership of the Mahavir Committee of Palasahi Panchayat in Dhamnagar Block and the villagers of Palasahi. The festival began on the 7th and will continue until the 10th. On the first day, rituals such as Ankuraropan (sowing of sacred seeds) and Adhibas were performed. On the second day, hundreds of devotees participated in a…
‘Viksit Bharat – Grameen Rozgar and Livelihood Mission (VBRG)’ Workshop Held in Jharsuguda District
Jharsuguda, Feb, 14: An important workshop was held at the premises of the Zilla Parishad office under the auspices of the Odisha Government’s Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Department. The workshop was organized to create awareness about the newly formulated ‘Viksit Bharat – Rozgar and Livelihood Mission (Rural) Guarantee’, popularly referred to as ‘VBRG’ Act, 2025. The primary objective of this mission is to fulfill…