Kotpad, Feb, 9:: On the occasion of the 77th Republic Day, the Home Guard personnel of Kotpad were felicitated in a special ceremony. Kotpad विधायक Rupu Ratra, MP representative Rameshwar Jena, former IIC Sunani, Bharat Paramananda Midhi, and Bharat Media Association President Ajay Kumar Mishra, along with media persons including journalist Bhawani Padhi, honored all Home Guards and Gram Rakshis of Kotpad Police Station with…
Jeypore Crown Prince Attends Patkhanda Jatra; History Repeats After 200 Years
Malkangiri, Feb, 9:: A tradition that had remained discontinued for 200 years was revived as the Crown Prince of Jeypore, Bishweshwar Chandra Chud Deo, participated in the Patkhanda Jatra of the Bonda tribe residing in Malkangiri district. The Jatra committee organized a grand ceremony to welcome the royal family member. Patkhanda Jatra is regarded as the प्रमुख festival of the Bonda tribe. The festival began…
14 Police Guidelines Issued for Smooth Conduct of Khandagiri Jatra
Khandagiri, Feb, 9: The Commissionerate Police has issued notices to various Jatra committees. Khandagiri Police has released 14 guidelines to ensure the fair is conducted in a disciplined manner. Any form of nude dance or objectionable/explicit performances is strictly prohibited. Six emergency entry and exit gates must be arranged near the Jatra pandal. The stage area must not exceed the size permitted in the issued license.…
Preparatory Meeting for Mahashivaratri at Gupteswar Peeth Concludes; Rs500 Special Darshan Announced
Jeypore:Feb, 9: The preparatory meeting for Mahashivaratri at Gupteswar Peeth has been concluded. This year, devotees can avail special darshan of the deity by paying Rs 500. When will the Mahadeep be raised? How much will the parking fee be? What decisions were taken? Watch the full video for answers to all these questions.
Rs99.75 Crore Sanctioned for Development of Satkosia
Satkosia, Feb, 9: The Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary is set to get a new look. An amount of Rs99 crore 75 lakh will be spent, with a blueprint prepared for modern infrastructure. The State Government has approved the Detailed Project Report (DPR). To attract more tourists, new entry gates will be developed at the sanctuary. Entry points will be developed at Purunakote, Jagannathpur, Tikarpada, and Baliput. New…
House Listing Drive in Cuttack to Begin from 15th
Cuttack, Feb, 9: House listing will begin in Cuttack district from February 15. The information was given by the Cuttack District Collector. The aim is to complete the census work through a digital process. The house listing will be conducted from February 15 to April 15. The population census will begin after the completion of the house listing.
Kiran Felicitated by Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra
Kotpad, Feb, 9: Kiran from the Kundura area, who recently returned after participating in the parade at the Red Fort, was felicitated by the Kotpad MLA.Rupu Bhatra
Major Reshuffle at IAS Level in Administrative Overhaul
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 9: The State Government has carried out a major reshuffle at the IAS level. Deo Ranjan Kumar Singh has been given additional charge of the Steel and Mines Department. He is currently serving as the Development Commissioner. Surendra Kumar has been assigned additional charge of the Parliamentary Affairs Department. Surendra Kumar will also continue to hold charge of the General Administration Department. Bishnupada Sethi…
Sharecroppers Law Likely to Be Introduced Soon
The state government is considering introducing a new law for sharecroppers, a move that could enable them to access various government welfare benefits. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi indicated this while directing the Revenue Department to examine the issue in detail. He said the proposed legislation would aim to formally recognise sharecroppers and address long-standing gaps in their access to official schemes. If implemented, the new…
Narishakti Sangha Members Rescue Abandoned Woman, Set Example of Humanity
Nabarangpur, Feb, 9:An abandoned woman was rescued from the Patramunda forest area near Forest Park. The woman had reportedly been lying there for many days without food and was in a very pitiable condition. To initiate steps for her rescue, a person named Riaz Sharif contacted the Narishakti Group and the President of the District Bar Association as well as social worker Sirajuddin Ahmed. After…