Nabarangpur, Jan 27:The PM SHRI Festival was celebrated at the local Raja Chaitanyadev Nodal High School under the supervision of District Education Officer Chhatrapati Sahu. The programme was held on 17.01.2026 (Saturday). Additional District Education Officer Prakash Chandra Mahalik attended as the chief guest. Among the distinguished guests were Additional District Education Officer Supriya Nayak, District Science Inspector Chittaranjan Pattanayak, social worker Jagannath Mohapatra, MLA…
Bonda Student Ganesh to Represent India in Rugby Match in Fiji
Malkangiri, Jan 27: In a proud moment for Malkangiri’s Bonda Hills, Bonda student Ganesh Dhangadamajhi has turned what once seemed like a dream into reality by embarking on a foreign tour. Ganesh has begun his journey to Fiji to participate in an international rugby match, representing the KISS institution. Members of the Bonda tribe have expressed their gratitude to Dr. Achyuta Samanta for making this…
Harshita Featured in International Magazine
Boipariguda, Jan 27: Harshita Priyadarshini Mohanty of Boipariguda has been featured in the international magazine Innovation Insider 2025. The US-based magazine selects 20 young changemakers each year from across the world who are working in the fields of innovation and environmental protection. This year, Harshita has been recognised for her work in promoting agricultural biodiversity, particularly the conservation, large-scale cultivation, and preservation of indigenous seed…
Office Bearers of Retired Government Employees’ Association Elected
Malkangiri, Jan 27: The election of office bearers of the Retired Government Employees’ Association at the district headquarters of Malkangiri has been completed. K. Venkataramana served as the Election Officer, while Prakash Chandra Pattnaik and Dinabandhu Jena were present as observers. As there were no contesting candidates, the office bearers were elected unopposed. Bala Raju Padhi was elected as President, Surendra Kumar Mallik as Vice-President,…
4.68 Lakh Quintals of Paddy Procured in Malkangiri District This Season
Malkangiri, Jan 27: A total of 4.68 lakh quintals of paddy has been procured so far from farmers in Malkangiri district. This accounts for nearly 50 percent of the total procurement target of 8.66 lakh quintals set for the current Kharif season, informed District Supply Officer Lingaraj Behera to the media. For the ongoing Kharif season, a target of 8.66 lakh quintals of paddy procurement…
Korukonda Block Education Department Organises Exposure Visit for Divyang Students
Malkangiri,Jan 27: Under the leadership of Korukonda Block Education Officer Asit Mistry, an exposure visit was organised on Friday for Divyang (specially-abled) students of Korukonda block in Malkangiri district. Around 50 Divyang students from schools across 12 panchayats of the block, along with their parents, were taken on an educational tour to Balimela town in Malkangiri district. During the visit, they toured the Jagannath Temple,…
Annual Function of Darwin Memorial Degree College, Kudumulugumma Celebrated with Grandeur
Malkangiri ,Jan 27: The 16th Annual Function of Darwin Memorial Degree College, Kudumulugumma, was celebrated with great enthusiasm and grandeur. The function was presided over by the Principal of the college, Ashok Kumar Pradhan. The Vice-Chancellor of Vikram Dev University, Jeypore, Professor Dr. Devi Prasad Mishra, attended as the Chief Guest. Assistant Professor of Vikram Dev University, Dr. Manoranjan Pradhan, joined as the Chief Speaker.…
Housing & Urban Development Secretary Visits Malkangiri, Reviews Key Development Projects
Malkangiri, Jan 27: Principal Secretary of the Housing & Urban Development, Commerce and Transport Departments, Usha Padhee, paid a day-long visit to Malkangiri district and reviewed various developmental projects. At the District Parishad conference hall, Ms. Padhee conducted a detailed review of the progress of projects under the Housing & Urban Development and Commerce & Transport Departments. She inquired about the challenges faced by the departments…
Hi-Tech Radiators Sees Union Budget 2026 as a Boost for Power Transmission and Renewable Growth
By: Mr. Kartik Daftari, Managing Director & CEO at Hi-Tech Radiators Pvt. Ltd. “With the upcoming Union Budget 2026, we see a clear opportunity to increase investments in power transmission, grid modernization and energy storage infrastructure. As renewable capacity is scaling quickly, strengthening high-voltage networks and storage-led grid flexibility will enhance the reliability and efficiency of the energy ecosystem. Indian manufacturers can integrate deeper into international supply…
Mission Shakti, Tourism & Hospitality Skill Council Sign MoU to Create More ‘Lakhpati Didis’
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 24: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between the Mission Shakti Department and the Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council. Deputy Chief Minister Smt. Pravati Parida stated that this initiative will play a key role in creating more “Lakhpati Didis” across the state. Under this MoU, women Self-Help Groups (SHGs) will be trained in entrepreneurship in the tent rental and catering management service…