Bengaluru, Jan 09: Bhartiya Mall of Bengaluru welcomes the new year with a thoughtfully curated series of creative workshops this January, offering families and visitors a refreshing way to spend their Fridays together. Designed to inspire artistry, foster meaningful connections, and encourage hands-on engagement, these immersive sessions allow participants to unwind while creating handcrafted mementoes to take home. The month-long programme begins on 9th January with a Textured Art Workshop, inviting young creators to explore layers, patterns, and tactile techniques through…
ICAI Launches Mandatory E-Diary to Strengthen Articled Training for CA Students
Considering the digital revolution taking place across the globe, the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) considered the need for development of digital platform wherein articled trainees can record their attendance and task performed in the form of E-Diary. The digital platform has been introduced and made mandatory for CA students commencing practical training w.e.f. 1st January, 2026. E-Diary for students and members, leveraging…
Ekamra Natya Sangathan and Ekamra Nrutyashala Celebrate annual function with Drama and Dance
Bhubaneswar, Jan 09: Ekamra Natya Sangathan, Bhubaneswar, successfully organised its Seventh Annual Function, along with the Sixth Annual Function of Ekamra Nrutyashala, at BhanjaKala Mandal, Bhubaneswar, in association with the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department, Government of Odisha, on Thursday. Best Natya Director of Western odisha Biseswar Khulari felicitated for outstanding contribution for promotion of art and culture. Dignitaries present at the occasion were…
From IIT Roorkee to the World Stage: A Para Swimmer’s Inspiring Rise
IIT Roorkee Para Athlete Turns Struggles into Strengths, Inspires Generations A Journey from Campus Pool to World Para Swimming Championship Roorkee, Uttarakhand, Jan 09: Defying odds, breaking barriers, and inspiring generations, Saurav Kumar’s recent B.Tech graduate journey in Engineering Physics from the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) is a story of courage, resilience, and hope. Living with a lower-limb disability since childhood, Saurav has turned challenges into opportunities, proving…
MathWorks Predicts 2026 as the Breakthrough Year for Unified Satellite–5G Networks
Bangalore, Jan 9: MathWorks, the leading developer of mathematical computing software, today predicted a major shift in the global connectivity landscape, with 2026 expected to be the first year when satellite and 5G networks will start functioning as a unified system, rather than parallel infrastructures. The company said it expects hybrid satellite-5G connectivity to move from pilot projects into real-world deployment with 3GPP Release 17…
Subhadra Money to Be Distributed This Week
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 09: This week, Subhadra Money will be distributed, informed Deputy Chief Minister Prabhati Parida. 4,57,681 women will receive Subhadra Money 1,78,398 new beneficiaries will receive Rs 5,000 each. 2,55,265 previously pending beneficiaries will be included again. All pending beneficiaries will receive their installments at once.
Rural Voice from Nabarangpur: Prabhanjan Tripathy Raises Local Issues
Bhubaneswar Jan, 09: Prabhanjan Tripathy is a well-known name who consistently raises his voice on rural life, farmers’ issues, and social injustices. He is a fearless journalist and digital media worker, independently reporting facts from the grassroots through his camera and pen, bringing real stories to the public. Coming from a rural background, Prabhanjan Tripathy is closely connected with the daily lives of farmers, laborers,…
Water Panchayat Celebrated with Community Participation
Nabarangpur,Jan, 09: The Water Panchayat was celebrated by the Uda Jal Sechan (Irrigation) Division in Nabarangpur. The chief guest was Gauri Shankar Majhi, along with other dignitaries including the respected District Council President Matiram Nayak, Municipality Chairperson Kunu Nayak, and Uda Jal Sechan Division Officer Dilip Kumar Das. Officials and junior engineers from all 10 blocks of Nabarangpur district were also present. During the event,…
Giant Mahadev Statue Emerges as Major Tourist Attraction
Kalimela, Jan, 09: A gigantic 30-foot-tall statue of Lord Shiva, majestically standing atop the Tagurakota hill under Manyamkonda Panchayat of Kalimela block, is now drawing the attention of tourists. The statue of Mahadev, sculpted in a seated posture on a tiger skin, looks especially captivating. In addition, four damburus placed around the statue and two viewpoints at the front further enhance the beauty of the…
Memorandum Submitted to Forest Range Officer Seeking Revenue Village Status
Jharigaon, Jan, 09: The residents of Wards No. 8, 9, 10, and 11 under Ichhapur Panchayat of Jharigaon Block in Nabarangpur district submitted a memorandum to the local Forest Range Officer, demanding that KBD village, which lies at the center of their area, be recognized as a revenue village. According to the information received, except for Ichhapur village itself, there is not a single revenue…
Suraj from Nandapur Block Selected for State U-17 Kabaddi Team
NandapurJan, 09:: Suraj Pandey, a +2 student of Padua Higher Secondary School under Nandapur Block of Koraput district, has been selected for the State Under-17 Kabaddi Team. The 12-member team will participate in the national-level championship to be held from January 7 to 11 at Edulabayaram, Telangana. According to sports teacher Dhaneswar Bag, Suraj will attend a training camp organized by the State Sports Department…
Temperature Dips Below 5°C; Yellow Alert Issued Amid Dense Fog
Koraput, Jan, 09:The temperature in Koraput district has been continuously declining. Today, Koraput town recorded the season’s lowest temperature. The minimum temperature in Koraput town was reported to be 4.8 degrees Celsius. Similarly, Semiliguda town recorded 6.3 degrees Celsius. Not only Koraput and Semiliguda, but other parts of the district are also experiencing similar conditions. Severe cold along with dense fog has begun to disrupt…
Ancient Shivling Discovered in Mundaguda Forest
Papadahandi, Jan, 09: A Shivling has appeared in the Mundaguda forest area of Papadahandi block in Nabarangpur district, located between the villages of Nakatiguda, Punjiguda, and Kaliaguda, and within the Nachanipokhana area. After the news spread, the number of devotees from nearby areas coming for worship has been steadily increasing. According to reports, Chandrabhatra of Kaliaguda village received a divine message in a dream on…
Ratnamud Installation to Be Held at Chandi Temple on the 5th
Cuttack:Jan, 09: MP Bhartruhari Mahatab reviewed the status of the Chandi Temple. The District Collector, Dattatreya Bhausaheb, was also present along with the MP. “The work at the temple is progressing properly and will be completed very soon.” “The Ratnamud (sacred finial) installation of the temple will be carried out on the 5th.” “All the work of the temple will be completed by Vishuva Sankranti.”
29th Foundation Day of BJD Celebrated at Langaleswar in Basta Constituency
Langaleswar, Jan, 09: The 29th Foundation Day of the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) from the Basta Assembly Constituency was celebrated at Langaleswar. Addressing the gathering, Basta MLA Subasini Jena said that as long as she represents the people in the Odisha Legislative Assembly, she will continue to serve the people of the Basta and Baliapal areas till her last breath. As a distinguished guest, former…
Minister Lays Foundation Stone for Kalyan Mandap in Raighar
Raighar,Jan, 09: The foundation stone for the construction of a Kalyan Mandap (Community Hall) was laid near the local Jagannath Temple by the Minister of Education, Nityananda Ganda. During the event, Minister Ganda highlighted that the project is being funded with a total of ₹1.14 crore, including ₹50 lakh from the Chief Minister’s special fund and ₹64 lakh from the “Developed Villages, Developed Odisha” initiative.…
New Ambulance Service Launched to Strengthen Emergency Care
Papadahandi, Jan, 09: A new ambulance service has been inaugurated at the Papadahandi Health Center. The inauguration ceremony was attended by the Group Health Officer, Dr. Manasmita Mohanti, who officially launched the service. Dr. Mohanti stated that the new ambulance service would provide improved facilities to the local people, offering them better services than they had received previously. Doctors and staff members from the health…
Financial Assistance Provided to Family of Couple Killed in Accident
Nabarangpur, Jan, 09:: Mukund Jani and his wife Landai Jani, residents of Nabarangpur Municipal Colony, tragically passed away in a road accident on October 3rd of the previous year. The accident occurred near Taragan village on National Highway-26, between Nabarangpur and Papadahandi. The couple was traveling when the fatal accident occurred. The family of the deceased is from a very poor background and their financial…
New Principal Appointed at Dhodipani High School
Nabarangpur:Jan, 09: The Principal of Dhodipani Government Higher Secondary School, located in the Chandahandi block of Nabarangpur district, Sri Raghuman Yani, has been transferred to the Nuapara Government School in Raighar block, following a government order. He had served as the principal for six years since 2019 and had made significant contributions to the overall development of the school during his tenure. Under his leadership, the…
Despite High Demand, Growth Lags; Annual Production Limited to 115 Metric Tons
Koraput:Jan, 09: Highest in demand, no encouragement for growth; annual production is 115 metric tons The climate of Koraput is quite favorable for spice crops. Among the spice crops grown in the district, black pepper (golmarich) has a distinct prominence. The black pepper produced in Koraput finds demand not only in domestic and national markets but also in international markets, including the United States.
Jayant Shabar and Agniyoddha Vehicle Driver Laxmikant Raul Collaborate in Blanket Distribution Drive
Nandapur,Jan, 09: Staff of the Odisha Rashtriya Samajsevi Parishad, who came to visit the tourist spots of Koraput district, carried out the blanket distribution in Lamataput block’s Chikenput Panchayat. On Sunday, they distributed blankets to the villagers of Dhovaniput. After visiting Nandapur’s Raniduduma and Machakund waterfalls, they gave blankets to more than 50 men and women. Padmavati Dehuri, the president of the parishad, and other…