Nabarangpur Jan, 05: A preparatory meeting for organizing the district-level Fisheries and Animal Resources Fair was held yesterday, 23.12.2025, under the chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain. Officers from the Fisheries and Animal Husbandry Department, along with officials from other departments, were present at the meeting. With unanimous consent, it was decided that the District-Level Fisheries and Animal Resources Fair 2025 will be organized…
Mathura City to Reverberate for 11 Days as World-Famous Dhanu Yatra Begins
Bargarh, Jan, 05: For 11 days, the world’s largest open-air theatre, Dhanu Yatra, will be staged, making Mathura city come alive once again. Mathura city will echo with the boisterous laughter of King Kansa Bargarh town will transform into Mathura, while Ambapali will become Gopapura The people of Bargarh will be mesmerized by the divine plays of Lord Krishna Artists will perform across 22 open stages…
Poet Manoranjan Mahanti Honoured with Prestigious ‘Shabda Kubera’ Award
Ganijang, Jan, 05: At the annual festival organized on Sunday by the literary organization “Ama Aganare Saj Phula Paribar” at a private hotel in Bhubaneswar, poet and writer Manoranjan Mahanti, a resident of Ramakrushnapur village in Bhadrak district, was honoured with the prestigious ‘Shabda Kubera Award’. On this occasion, many other talented individuals from different fields, who have demonstra
Relief for Vehicle Owners as PUCC Validity Extended Till February 1
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 05: Vehicle owners have been given relief as the deadline for completing valid vehicle documentation has been extended by one month. Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena informed that the time limit has now been extended till February 1. During this extended period, vehicle owners can complete documentation such as Registration Certificate (RC), Fitness Certificate, Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC), and Insurance. Earlier, it…
Balanced Growth: Education and Sports Go Hand in Hand
Kothar, Jan, 05: The annual sports meet of Bapuji Nodal High School, under Palsahi Panchayat of Dhamnagar Block, was successfully concluded. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Headmaster Gupteshwar Singh. The President of the School Management Committee, Ranjit Sahu, attended as the chief guest, while Kashinath Mahanti (President, Panchasakha Shiksha Setu), Kshirod Bala, and Ratnakar Behuria joined as guests of honour. In their…
Riviera 2025 Programme Concludes on a Grand Note
Umerkote, Jan, 05: The annual festival “Riviera 2025”, organized by Gurukrupa Charitable Trust, a leading educational institution of Nabarangpur district, was successfully inaugurated and conducted. The four-day festival commenced with great enthusiasm. On the inaugural evening, the District Collector of Nabarangpur, Dr. Maheshwar Swain, attended as the chief guest, while Mr. Biswajit Barman graced the occasion as the guest of honour. On the second evening,…
Felicitation Ceremony Organised at Uchhapada School
Dhusuri,Jan, 05: A cluster-level retirement felicitation ceremony of the Korua Regional Resource Centre, under Dhamnagar Block, was held successfully. The programme was coordinated by young CRCC of the Korua cluster, Nrusingha Charan Sahu, and presided over by Mahendra Patra, Headmaster of Uchhapada Upper Primary School. Retiring teachers Manoj Panigrahi, Debendra Panda, Nitai Gaur Panda, and teacher Shadilata Sahu were formally felicitated on the occasion. Dhamnagar…
Jeypore’s Arjit Clinches Gold Medal in Boxing Competition
Jeypore, Jan, 05: At the 9th Sarbokrushna Men’s and Women’s State Boxing Championship held at the Biju Patnaik Hockey Stadium in Rourkela, Arjit Mahapatra of Jeypore participated in the 90 kg plus category and won a medal. From Koraput district, two boxers took part in the competition. The other boxer, Bikash Sahu, participated in the 60–65 kg category. Arjit Mahapatra has been congratulated by the…
Badudi Hill: Nature’s Hidden Gem Amidst Lush Greenery
Baipariguda, Jan, 05: This is neither Kashmir nor any tourist spot of Jharkhand. Yet, nature has spread here the veil of its extraordinary beauty. Once your eyes fall upon the enchanting scenery of this place, it becomes difficult to return easily. Such a treasure of natural splendor exists in the Baipariguda block of Koraput district. Amid lush green forests, the blue waters of the Shabari…
Manmunda Crowned Champion of Birateshwar Cricket Tournament at Baliguda
Baliguda, Jan, 03:The 13th Birateshwar Cricket Tournament, held over five days at Landagaon, Baliguda block, Kandhamal district, concluded successfully. In the final match between Karnibeda and Manmunda, the Manmunda team defeated Karnibeda by 114 runs, claiming the championship title for the current year. The final match was graced by several dignitaries. Pandit Kumar Bishimajhi, BJP President of Kandhamal district, was the chief guest, while MP…