Bhubaneswar,Jan 31: After declaring gutkha banned in the state in 2013, the state government has now taken another major step. A complete prohibition has been imposed on all tobacco and nicotine-containing products. Their production, processing, packaging, storage, transportation, distribution, and sale have been declared banned across the state. The State Health Department issued a notification in this regard today. Earlier Gutkha, Now All Tobacco The…
District-Level Gathering Held at Panchayat Samiti Office to Mark National Girl Child Week
Nabarangpur, Jan 31: On the occasion of National Girl Child Week, a district-level celebration was organized today at the Mission Shakti Hall in Nabarangpur through the joint initiative of the Nabarangpur District Administration and the District Social Welfare Department. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate Bishwajit Barman. Addressing the gathering, the District Social Welfare Officer highlighted the objective of the…
Ms. Mamini Parida Joins as Konark Tourism Officer
Konark:Jan 31: Ms. Mamini Parida has officially assumed charge as the new Tourism Officer of Konark. She took over her responsibilities with a commitment to strengthening tourism activities
Assistance Benefits Handed Over; Development Review Meeting Conducted in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Jan 31: A review meeting was held at the Panchayat Samiti Office in Nabarangpur in the presence of Lok Sabha MP Balabhadra Majhi as the Chief Guest and Nabarangpur MLA Gouri Shankar Majhi as the Guest of Honour. During the visit, they participated in the review meeting and distributed assistance benefits to various beneficiaries. The Lok Sabha MP held detailed discussions with block-level officials…
Assistance Allowance Distributed by MP and MLA; Review Meeting Held in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur , Jan 31: Today, at the Nabarangpur Panchayat Samiti office, Hon’ble Lok Sabha MP Balabhadra Majhi attended as the Chief Guest and Hon’ble MLA of Nabarangpur Gouri Shankar Majhi attended as the Guest of Honour. After inspecting the proceedings, they participated in a review meeting and distributed assistance allowances to beneficiaries. The MP held detailed discussions with block officials regarding the vision of Viksit…
Memorandum Submitted to Health Minister Through Laikera BDO in Jharsuguda
Jharsuguda ,Jan 31: The Mundrajore Community Health Centre (CHC) under Laikera Block is currently facing a severe shortage of doctors and specialists. Out of a total of 21 sanctioned doctor posts—15 MBBS and 6 specialist positions—only 5 MBBS doctors and 4 specialists are presently working. Additionally, key posts such as Superintendent and BPSO Officer remain vacant. Due to these vacancies, healthcare services at the CHC…
Nishul Utkal Primary Teachers’ Federation Holds Talks with High-Level Committee
Bhubaneswar, Jan 31: The Nishul Utkal Primary Teachers’ Federation held discussions with the high-level committee constituted by the School and Mass Education Department. State President Dhirendra Pattnaik stated that the issues faced by teachers can be resolved if proper Elementary Cadre Rules are framed and implemented. As per the invitation of the high-level committee, a state-level delegation led by the Federation President submitted a 15-point…
Youth Dinesh Kumar Patnaik Undertakes Cycle Unity Yatra in Malkangiri
Malkangiri, Jan 31: With the message of peace, friendship, and communal harmony, youth Dinesh Kumar Patnaik has begun a Cycle Unity Yatra in Malkangiri district. He started his journey on the 17th from the Bhairabi Temple located at the entrance of Malkangiri town. Covering all seven blocks of the district, he has been meeting youth groups and spreading the message of peace and unity. On…
District-Level PM SHRI Festival Held in Malkangiri
Malkangiri,Jan 31: The District-Level PM SHRI Festival, organized by the District Education Office, was inaugurated in Malkangiri on 22/01 at 9:04 AM. The event will continue until 23/01. The program was held under the chairmanship of District Collector Shri Somesh Upadhyay and convened by District Education Officer Shri Chittaranjan Panigrahi. The Chief Guest was Shri Nityananda Gond, Minister for School & Mass Education; ST &…
Baipariguda Girl Harshita Priyadarshini Featured in ‘Innovation Insider—2025’
Koraput, Jan 31: A proud moment for the Baipariguda area of Koraput district. Harshita Priyadarshini Mohanty, a young girl from Baipariguda, has been featured in the American international magazine “Innovation Insider—2025.” The magazine, which highlights 20 young innovators under the age of 20 at the global level, has included Harshita’s name, bringing great pride to the people of the region. She has received this recognition…