Nandapur, Feb, 3:While the State Government and Koraput district administration claim on paper to be working towards providing farmers with proper markets, fair prices, profit, and employment opportunities, a group of traders from Karnataka has demonstrated a practical model of “quick purchase, quick processing, quick profit,” ensuring both farmers and traders remain satisfied. Intellectuals have observed that this initiative serves as a lesson for Farmer…
World Bank President Meets Chief Minister to Discuss Development Initiatives
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 3: World Bank President Ajay Banga met the Chief Minister at Lok Seva Bhavan. An important meeting was held focusing on long-term development and economic reforms. The World Bank delegation praised the state’s development process and reform-oriented approach. Appreciation was expressed for efforts to create more employment opportunities for the youth in the private sector. Emphasis was laid on skill development, infrastructure expansion, and…
District Citizens’ Committee Demands Medical College in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Feb, 3: A discussion meeting regarding the establishment of the proposed new medical college at the Nabarangpur district headquarters was held at the conference hall of Trupti Lodge under the chairmanship of Jagannath Mohapatra. The meeting, conducted under the leadership of Secretary Ram Prasad Patra, was attended by committee advisor and Government Additional Public Prosecutor Jhadeswar Khadanga; State Primary Teachers’ Association President Ramani Ranjan…
No Ban on Pan Masala in Odisha, Government Clarifies
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 3: The Health and Family Welfare Department has issued a clarification in this regard. The Health Secretary has written a letter to the CT & GST and Finance Departments. The letter states that pan masala does not contain tobacco or nicotine.
Dongria Women Step into Entrepreneurship; New Kapdagunda Designs to Hit the Market
Rayagada,Feb, 3:: The Handloom, Textiles and Handicrafts Department has planned to develop new products using the traditional Kapdagunda weaving style of the Dongria Kondh tribe residing in Rayagada district. Detailed discussions have been held with Dongria women, with the objective of encouraging them to become entrepreneurs. At present, it takes nearly three months to weave a single Kapdagunda shawl. As the remuneration is relatively low…
District Collector Visits Kotpad to Review Development Works
Kotpad, Feb, 3:Koraput District Collector Manoj Satyaban and Jeypore Sub-Collector A. Sasya Reddy visited the Kotpad Notified Area Council (NAC) during an official tour. During the visit, the Collector inspected the Parimal Treatment Centre located at Basuguda in Kotpad, two newly constructed Kalyan Mandaps (community halls), the Kotpad Aahar Centre, and the Kotpad Block office premises. After visiting the Aahar Centre, the District Collector highly…
Ajit’s Wife to Be Sworn In Amid Political Buzz
Maharashtra., Feb, 3: Sunetra Pawar is set to take oath as the Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra. Ajit Pawar’s political legacy and influence may now rest in the hands of Sunetra Pawar, as Maharashtra is likely to get its first woman Deputy Chief Minister. A new chapter is about to be added to the political history of Maharashtra. Sunetra Pawar, the wife of the late Ajit…
Assistance Allowances Distributed to Beneficiaries; Review Meeting Conducted in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur,Feb, 3: A review meeting was held today at the local Panchayat Samiti Office in Nabarangpur, where Hon’ble Lok Sabha MP Balabhadra Majhi attended as the Chief Guest and Hon’ble Nabarangpur MLA Gouri Shankar Majhi graced the occasion as Guest of Honour. Following their visit, they participated in the review meeting and distributed assistance allowances to beneficiaries. During the meeting, the Lok Sabha MP held…
Makara Chaula Ritual Observed at Shrimandir; AI Video Film Unveiled at Anakar Gadi Brahma Temple
Bhubaneswar, Feb, 3: Under the auspices of the Shri Jagannath Culture Promotion Organization, the restoration of the historic Anakar Gadi Brahma and an AI-based video film were ceremonially dedicated at the feet of Lord Jagannath during the Jagannath Mahotsav and later released on YouTube. The AI video film presents detailed narratives on the rituals of Shrimandir, including the Rath Yatra and Snana Yatra, emphasizing that…
Sharan Bansal Hails Union Budget 2026 for Capital-Led Growth and Infrastructure Boost
Mr. Sharan Bansal, Director, Skipper Limited “The Union Budget 2026 gives renewed focus on the government having capital-led growth and developing long-term national infrastructure. The Budget raises capital expenditure to ₹12.2 trillion for FY2026-27, up from ₹11.2 trillion in the previous year, reinforcing infrastructure investment as a key growth driver. The unambiguous difference between revenue spending and capital expenditure, as well as long-term commitments to…