Shrimandir Administration Reduces Bhakta Nivas Parking Fee to Rs 240

Puri,Jan, 23:  The parking fee has been reduced from Rs 500 to Rs 240. Following the controversy over the increase in parking fees at the Bhakta Nivas, the Shrimandir Administration has withdrawn its earlier decision. For four-wheelers, the parking fee has now been reduced from Rs 500 to Rs 240. Focus: The new parking rates will come into effect from Sunday. This information was shared by…

RAC Facility to Be Discontinued

Bhubaneswar,  Jan, 23:  With the launch of the Amrit Bharat 2 Express, Indian Railways has introduced several changes to its rules. According to a decision taken by the Railway Board, the fare structure and  booking rules of the new train are different from those of the earlier Amrit Bharat trains. Under the new rules, the basic fare has been kept the same, but a minimum fare…

Efforts towards building a “Prosperous and Developed Odisha” by 2036 must begin from 2026, said Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He made this remark while releasing the novel “Dayanadiru Niranjana” (From the Daya River to Niranjana) written by eminent litterateur and Jnanpith Award winner Dr. Pratibha Ray.

Bhubaneswar, Jan, 23:  Efforts towards building a “Prosperous and Developed Odisha” by 2036 must begin from 2026, said Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan. He made this remark while releasing the novel “Dayanadiru Niranjana” (From the Daya River to Niranjana) written by eminent litterateur and Jnanpith Award winner Dr. Pratibha Ray. Speaking as the chief guest at a programme held on Friday at Bhanja Kala Mandap,…

Shri Sarat Majhi Takes Charge as Additional Sub-Collector of Nabarangpur

NabarangpurJan, 23:  Shri Sarat Majhi today assumed charge as the new Additional Sub-Collector of Nabarangpur district. Prior to taking over this responsibility, he had been successfully discharging his duties with dedication as the Block Development Officer (BDO) of Dabugaon Panchayat Samiti. Known as an approachable, people-friendly and hardworking officer, Shri Majhi is well regarded in the local area. During his tenure, several developmental programmes were…

Foundation Stone Laid for Martyrs’ Memorial Park at Papadahandi

Papadahandi, Jan, 23:  Following the approval of funds for the development of the Shaheed Minar, the foundation stone for the construction of the Shaheed Smruti Park (Martyrs’ Memorial Park) was laid on Wednesday. The foundation stone was laid by School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond, who attended the event as the chief guest. A five-acre plot of land near the Tribal Museum on the…

Shivalinga Consecrated in Nachanipokhana Forest near Papadahandi

Papadahandi, Jan, 23:  A consecration ceremony of a Shivalinga discovered in the Nachanipokhana area was held on Thursday in Papadahandi block of Nabarangpur district. The site lies in the forest area located between the villages of Naktiguda, Punjiguda and Kaliaguda. On this occasion, local residents gathered in large numbers and offered prayers and worship. A local market was also set up in the area. Among…

Bus Services to Remain Suspended from January 24

Cuttack, Jan, 23:  Bus Services to Be Suspended from the 24th No private buses will enter Cuttack. Decision taken by the State Private Bus Owners’ Association in protest against the Chief Minister’s Bus Service. Warning issued: if the Chief Minister’s bus services operating from panchayats to district headquarters are not stopped by the 23rd, private bus services will be halted. Emergency Meeting of the State Private…

Maa Sheetala Thakurani Bhawani Panda Memorial Knockout Football Tournament Concludes at Nuaguda Ground

Kotpad, Jan, 23:: On Jan 22, the Maa Sheetala Thakurani Bhawani Panda Memorial Knockout Football Tournament concluded at the local Nuaguda ground under the auspices of United Sporting Club, Kotpad. The final match was played between Bhandariguda and Chitrakote teams. In the final, Chitrakote emerged victorious by defeating Bhandariguda 2–0. The winning team, Chitrakote, was awarded a trophy along with a cash prize of Rs…

Salaam Namaste Community Radio Completes 16 Years of Empowering Communities

Noida, Jan 22: IMS Noida’s community radio Salaam Namaste has successfully completed 16 remarkable years of community broadcasting and social transformation. To mark this milestone, a programme focusing on women entrepreneurship and youth empowerment was organized at the institute campus. During the event, homepreneur units such as Nani’s Potli and Aventra, along with representatives from NGOs Sadarg and Mera Sahara, shared their inspiring success stories.…

Kenvue Strengthens Hydration Portfolio in India with ORSL™ and eRZL™ for Complete Hydration ORSL™ for Diarrheal Dehydration, eRZL™ for Everyday Hydration

Kenvue today announced a dual brand strategy with ORSL™ and eRZL™, reinforcing its leadership in India’s hydration category. This move offers consumers scientifically backed solutions for both diarrheal and everyday hydration, addressing dehydration as an increasingly important public health concern. Under its “Double Power for Complete Hydration” strategy, Kenvue will now provide two distinct, science-driven brands: ORSL™: The rebranded ORS portfolio, formulated according to World…