Bhubaneswar, Jan, 20: “Vande Mataram” Resonates in Educational Institutions Collective singing of “Vande Mataram” in all educational institutions across the state. The mass singing was organised on the occasion of the 150th anniversary of “Vande Mataram”. Collective singing was held in all schools, colleges and universities. Students, teachers and lecturers participated together in the mass singing programme.
Meeting of District Panchayat Executive Officers’ Association Held
Shagada, Jan, 20: The annual meeting and get-together programme of the District Panchayat Executive Officers’ Association was held at the tourist spot Khandi Kanpara under Shagada Panchayat in Boudh block. The programme was held under the chairmanship of District President Jayadev Pradhan. Secretary Gyanaranjan Mishra presented the annual report. Organisational matters of the association were discussed in detail and several resolutions were unanimously adopted. Among…
7th Khadang Loky Mahotsav Enters Second Evening with Powerful Social Messages Through Performances
Boudh, Jan, 20: On the second evening of the 7th Khadang Lok Mahotsav, organised on the banks of the Khadang River at Bandhagora under Khuntigora Panchayat of Kantamal block, cultural programmes were presented by local artists and the Maa Nakeishuni Chaiti Ghoda Nach troupe from Bargarh district. Later, the “Ravan Darbar” programme was staged by artists from Barach Chichinda. In the Darbar, Phiringia Block Vice-Chairman…
Jeypore Cultural Organisation Achieves Success in Drama Competition
Jeypore, Jan, 20: At the 9th State-Level Stage Drama and 35th Ganjam Kala Parishad Stage Artists’ Drama Competition, the play “Ma Lo Chamber” by the Jeypore Cultural Organisation was awarded. Written by Jagadish Adhikari and directed by Niranjan Panigrahi, the play secured second place on the Berhampur stage. The play was managed by G. Mahesh, while Ram Nigam Mahanti provided music direction. Suresh Hota, Panchanan…
Union Budget to Be Presented on February 1
New Delhi, Jan, 20: The Budget Session of Parliament will begin on the 28th of this month and will be held in two phases till April 2. On the first day, President Droupadi Murmu will address both Houses of Parliament. On January 29, the Economic Survey Report for the current financial year will be tabled. The Union Budget for the financial year 2026–27 will be…
Senior Advocate Gangadhar Samantaray Passes Away
Nabarangpur, Jan, 20: Senior advocate Gangadhar Samantaray, a founding member of the Bharatiya Janata Party in Nabarangpur district and former Government Advocate, passed away this morning at the age of 69. He had also served as the former President of the district BJP. For many years, he worked as a Government Advocate in the district court. He had also served as President of the District…
Election Literacy Clubs to Be Set Up in Schools and Colleges for Future Voters
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 20: Voter awareness programmes will now begin at the school and college level. Students and youth will take responsibility for spreading awareness about voting. Efforts will be made to create awareness among children even before they reach voting age, and these students will also help ensure that all eligible citizens above 18 years exercise their right to vote. Special focus will be given…
Master Plan Prepared for New Lok Seva Bhavan and New Assembly Building
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 20: Master Plan for New Lok Seva Bhavan and New Assembly Building The foundation stone will be laid for the construction of the new Lok Seva Bhavan. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi will lay the foundation stone. Lok Seva Bhavan and the new Assembly building will be located at one place. The complex will be constructed on 71 acres of land at a cost of…
Podagada Adarsha Van Vidyalaya Celebrates Annual Day with Grand समारोह
Umarkote, Jan, 20: The first annual function of Podagada Adarsha Van Vidyalaya under Umarkote block was celebrated with great enthusiasm. The programme was held under the chairmanship of founder Dr. Kailash Chandra Behera. The Sub-Divisional Police Officer, Shri Shubendu Kumar Sabar, attended as the chief guest. Among the distinguished guests were Municipal Executive Officer Alok Kumar Anugulia, State Bar Association Vice-President Narsingh Tripathy, freedom fighter…
Chitrakonda MLA Leads Forest & Wildlife Protection Drive, Distributes Forest Land Pattas
Mathili, Jan, 20: A forest fire prevention, wildlife protection awareness, and forest land patta distribution programme was organized at Damabeda village under Gobindpalli Panchayat, under the chairmanship of Mathili Forest Range Officer Shri Basudev Nayak. The Hon’ble Chitrakonda MLA Shri Mangu Khil was present as the chief guest. He distributed forest land pattas to 79 forest-dwelling beneficiaries and advised the villagers to actively protect forests…