Shivoham Shiva Temple Welcomes Devotees for Divine New Year 2026 Celebrations

Bengaluru, Dec 30:- As the world prepares to bid farewell to 2025 in grand celebration and welcome the promise of a new year, the iconic Shivoham Shiva Temple in Bengaluru warmly invites devotees and spiritual seekers to mark this transition in a soulful way. Devotees can join the Jeevan Sangeet Sandhya on the evening of Wednesday, December 31, 2025, from 10:45 PM to midnight, welcome…

Jyotsna Receives Prime Minister’s National Child Award

Paralakhemundi, Dec, 30: Jyotsna Shabar, a 17-year-old tribal girl from Pekat village, under Marlaba Panchayat, Rayagada block, Gajapati district, has been honored with the Prime Minister’s National Child Award. The award ceremony was held on Friday at Vigyan Bhavan, New Delhi, where she was felicitated by President Draupadi Murmu in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi. This year, only 21 children from across the…

Kuni Rajgond and Baikuntha Bhatra Bring Pride to the District at 71st State Athletics Meet 2025

Nabarangpur, Dec, 30: On the first day of the 71st State Athletics Meet – 2025, organized under the auspices of the State Sports Association at Barabati, Cuttack, athletes from Nabarangpur district won a total of five medals, bringing pride to the district. In the under-16 girls’ category javelin throw, Kuni Rajgond won the gold medal. In the under-14 boys’ triathlon, Baikuntha Bhatra won the gold…

Veer Bal Diwas Observed in Nabarangpur

Nabarangpur:Dec, 30: The District Social Welfare Department organized a program at the District Collector’s Conference Hall, Ashok Meheta, to observe Veer Bal Diwas. During the event, District Social Welfare Officer Draupadi Kahar welcomed everyone and provided detailed information about the observance of Veer Bal Diwas. The chief guest, Additional District Collector (General) Tapan Kumar Khutia, emphasized the sacrifice, courage, and patriotism of young heroes and urged…

State Athletics Meet: Athletes Win 5 Medals

Nabarangpur, Dec, 30: On the first day of the 71st State Athletics Meet-2025, held at Cuttack Barabati under the aegis of the State Sports Association, athletes from Nabarangpur district won a total of 5 medals. In the triathlon event, Vaikuntha Bhatra won a gold medal. In the under-20 women’s javelin throw, Smita Pangi won a silver medal. In the under-18 women’s javelin throw, Subhadra Jerari…

Digital Laboratory Inaugurated in Umarkot

Umarkot, Dec, 30:  A state-of-the-art digital laboratory has been inaugurated at the Sub-Divisional Hospital in Umarkot. The chief guest, Minister of Mass Education Nityananda Gand, officially inaugurated the facility. The digital lab is equipped with modern knowledge-based tools, including automatic analyzers and electrolyte analyzers, enabling all kinds of medical tests. With the establishment of this lab, tests for Thalassemia, Sickle Cell, and Dengue can now…

Bajpai’s Birth Anniversary and Good Governance Day Observed

Nandapur, Dec, 30:  The 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was observed on Thursday at the Purt Department Dak Bungalow by the Nandapur Block BJP. District BJP Vice President Saroj Mishra, National BJP Council member Jayram Bhoy, State BJP Council member Bhagwan Muduli, Block Mandal President Trinath Batgharia, Sheikh Gafur, Hari Behera, Gane Ganesh Khol, Seemanchal Khol, Suresh Dangayat, and others…

Cuttack MP Bhartuhari Mahtab Reviews Progress of Chandi Temple Project

Cuttack, Dec, 30:  Cuttack: MP Bhartuhari Mahtab reviewed the progress of the Chandi Temple. District Collector Dattatreya Bhausaheb was also present along with the MP. “All work at the temple is going smoothly and will be completed very soon,” the MP said. “The gem installation at the temple will take place on the 5th.” “All temple work will be completed by Vishuva Sankranti.” If you want,…

Chief Minister’s Bus Service to Be Implemented Soon in the State: Minister

Bhubaneswar,  Dec, 30:  The Chief Minister’s Bus Service (CMBS) will be implemented very soon in the state. This information was given by Transport Minister Bibhuti Jena. “Discussions have been held with the School and Mass Education Department.” “Discussions have also taken place with the Transport Department regarding how to handle potential damages.” “With 1,422 buses, free transport services will be provided to school children.” “OSRTC will…

State Bank Chief Reviews Banking Services During Nandapur Visit

Nandapur, Dec, 30:  The Chief General Manager (CGM) of the State Bank of the State, A.D. Ratna Teja, visited Nandapur Block on Thursday. During the visit, he inspected various locations, including the Hikimput Kiosk, Balda State Bank branch, and tourist spots such as Balda Nageshwari Hill and the cave. He also held discussions with CSP operators and bank customers. Brahmapur Deputy General Manager and Regional…