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 Bengaluru, Jan 13: Tara Prakashana has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, following its selection under the prestigious Gyan Bharatam Mission, a national initiative focused on the preservation, digitization, documentation, and dissemination of India’s vast manuscript and knowledge traditions. The Ministry of Culture has invited Tara Prakashana to participate in the Gyan Bharatam Mission as one of a…

Bhubaneswar,  Jan, 13:   Hemant Sharma said he will give importance to maintaining law and order. This was his first reaction after taking charge as Home Secretary. “Implementing the Chief Minister’s directives will be our priority,” he said. “We will focus on ensuring that people feel safe and secure.” “Odisha is a peace-loving state, and the foundations of police stations and outposts will be strengthened.” “Police…

Bhubaneswar,  Jan, 13:  It is not mandatory to affix the green sticker on vehicles. Informed by Transport Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jana. Sufficient green stickers will be provided at all RTOs this month. The green sticker is only an indicator; no payment is required. There is no need to bear any extra burden for this

Umerkot,Jan, 13: The New Year visit of the Chief Minister has now turned into action to make Umerkot, known as the capital of maize crops, green and beautiful. Local MLA and Minister Nityananda  Gand has actively participated in the initiative for overall urban development. More than Rs 40 crore has been approved for regional development, and now various projects across  the area have started in…

Bhubaneswar, Jan, 13:  Rice will be grown in various districts around Bhubaneswar, informed Supply Minister Krushnachandra Patra. The aim is to establish a Center of Excellence in Odisha. There will be one science project in each district. In Bhubaneswar, a Science City will be developed on 100 acres.

Bhubaneswar,   Jan, 13:  This year, paddy procurement in the mandis will continue until March. Supply Minister Krishna Chandra Patra’s statement: “So far, 10.50 lakh metric tons of paddy have been procured.” “2.30 lakh farmers have sold their paddy,” the minister said. “Paddy procurement is ongoing in 18 districts, and 11 lakh farmers have received tokens.” “Rs 2,350 crore has been credited to farmers’ accounts.” The Supply…

Dabugam, Jan, 13:: In Dabugam, Nabarangpur district, a district-level committee has been formed with superclass, A-class, and B-class contractors. The main objective of this committee is to ensure that contractors from outside the district are not allowed to work on contracts in Nabarangpur. No local contractor in the district will cooperate with contractors from other districts. In the meeting held in Dabugam, by consensus, the…

Asurali,Jan, 13: At the National Unity Camp held in Hyderabad, a 10-member team from Ma Sharada Devi Higher Secondary School participated under the leadership of program officer Teacher Prabhat Dhal. The camp lasted for 7 days. During the camp, students Yamuna Jena and Madhusmita Sutar gave outstanding performances in cultural programs, earning first place. The overall performance of the Odisha team was recognized as the…

Nabarangpur, Jan, 13:The 36th annual celebration of the Useless Club was held at the Local District Education and Training Institute. The program was presided over by Rakesh Gupta. The chief guest at the event was MLA Gauri Shankar Majhi. Other distinguished guests included Project Director of ITDA, Galib Sahu, DBO Ravindra Palka, Dr. Pradeep Kumar Mishra as a speaker, and Dr. Vijay Kumar Mishra as…

Nagpur, Jan, 13:  The renowned neurologist from Nagpur, Dr. Chandrashekhar Pakhmode, sadly passed away due to a heart attack at the age of 53. Just three days earlier, he had undergone a heart check-up, in which the report had shown him to be completely healthy. At around 6 AM, when he suffered the heart attack, his wife provided all possible emergency treatment, but despite her efforts,…

Patna, Jan, 13:  Justice Sangam Kumar Sahu has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court. He was serving as a Judge of the Odisha High Court prior to this appointment. The Ministry of Law and Justice has issued a notification stating that the President of India has made this appointment.

Jeypore,Jan, 13:  A new Volvo bus service will begin from Bhubaneswar to Jeypore. The bus will depart every night at 8:30 PM from the Baramunda ISBT and, traveling via Damanjodi, will reach the government bus stand at Jeypore at 7:45 AM the next morning. This information was shared today by the Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) through its social media handle on X. It…

Rayagada, Jan, 13:  The state-level committees of the Biju Yuva Janata Dal and the Biju Chhatra Janata Dal have been announced. BJD youth leader Debashish Khadanga has been appointed as the State Senior Vice President of the Biju Yuva Janata Dal. Similarly, in the Biju Chhatra Janata Dal, Vishnu Prasad Panda has been appointed as the State Executive President, and Binayak Palai has been appointed…

Rayagada, Jan, 13:  Youth leader Debashish Khadanga has been appointed as the State Senior Vice President of the Biju Yuva Janata Dal. BJD President Naveen Patnaik yesterday announced the state-level committees of the Biju Yuva Janata Dal and the Biju Chhatra Janata Dal. Similarly, in the Biju Chhatra Janata Dal, Vishnu Prasad Panda has been appointed as the State Executive President, and Binayak Palei has…

Baliguda,Jan, 13:  A joint public grievance hearing of Kandhamal district was held at the Tumudibandh Block conference hall. The program was attended by the District Collector Bedabhushan, Superintendent of Police Harish Bisi, Development Officer and Executive Officer Shambhunath Nandi, Tumudibandh Block Chairperson Basanti Majhi, along with various administrative officers and officials of the district. It was reported that out of a total of 70 grievances…

Nabarangpur, Jan, 13:  The Purushottam Kala Kendra, one of the oldest cultural institutions of Nabarangpur district, created a special identity in everyone’s hearts this year by presenting a dance performance along with its troupe at #Mondei. The group also travelled from our region to participate in the Rayagada Lok Mahotsav “Chaiti,” where their dance performance received wide appreciation. Keeping our cultural and artistic traditions in mind,…

Dhusuri, Jan, 13:   The temple of Maa Jhadeswari, situated in Gobindapur village under Dhamnagar block, is one of the most famous Shakti shrines in the region. According to local legend, the idol of the Goddess appeared from within a bush. Hence, the Goddess came to be known as “Jhadeswari.” Initially, the Goddess was worshipped in a small structure made of wood and bamboo. About 80…

 Agarapada, Jan, 13:  The fifth annual festival of the family literary organisation “Ama Agana Ganare Saja Phula” was held in Bhubaneswar. The programme was organised under the guidance of the institution’s founder, Pradyumna Kumar Bhutia. On this occasion, Mihir Kumar Meher attended as the chief guest, Manoj Kumar delivered the keynote address, Santosh Kumar Kar was present as guest of honour, and Bipin Kumar Lenka…

Delhi, Jan, 13:  The President will travel in a submarine. President Droupadi Murmu is on a visit to Karnataka. She will visit the INS Kadamba naval base in Karwar. The President may undertake an underwater journey in a submarine.