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Bhubaneswar, Jan, 07: The smart meter system will be implemented 100 percent across the state. The State Cabinet has approved the first phase of the Chief Minister’s Power Developmen

Jharigaon, Jan, 07:  The 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was observed today by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) at the Mini Stadium premises located at the Jharigaon Block headquarters in Nabarangpur district. The programme was attended as the chief guest by Jharigaon MLA Narsingh Bhatra. Among the distinguished guests were Sona Majhi, representative of the Umarkote MLA; Shyamsundar Majhi, President…

Umarkote,Jan, 07: The PM SHRI Festival was organized at the Government Higher Secondary School, Kurshi, located in Umarkote Block. The event was held under the chairmanship of the Headmaster, Sandhar Majhi. The festival was attended as chief guest by the local Block Education Officer, Ishwar Chandra Majhi. Among the distinguished guests were Ashok Kumar Padhi, epresentative of the School & Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond;…

Nandapur, Jan, 07:  The Chief General Manager (CGM) of State Bank, A. D. Ratna Teja, visited Nandapur Block on Thursday. During his visit, he inspected various kiosks, the Balda State Bank branch, and also toured tourist spots such as the Balda Nageswari hill and caves. He interacted with CSP operators and bank customers. Present on the occasion were the Deputy General Manager, Berhampur, Regional Manager,…

Cuttack, Jan, 07:  The Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET), conducted by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, was held on Wednesday. A total of 1,51,999 candidates appeared for the examination at 452 examination centers across the state. CCTV cameras were installed at various examination centers, and the exam was closely monitored from a command and control room at the Board headquarters. The examination was…

Nabarangpur, Jan, 07:  At the Nabarangpur Stadium, the MP Sports Festival organized under the auspices of the district administration and the District Sports Association witnessed exciting competitions on the second day. On this occasion, Prahallad Tripathy, Secretary of the Nabarangpur Sports Association, attended as the chief guest, while M. Bala Rao, Vice-President of the Sports Association, and Manoj Kumar Pattnaik, Joint Secretary, were present as…

Nabarangpur,Jan, 07: Under the auspices of the State Cricket Association, an Inter-District School-Level 50-Over Cricket League Tournament will be held at Cuttack starting from the 24th of this month. For this purpose, the Nabarangpur district team has been selected. The Secretary of the District Cricket Association, Prahallad Tripathy, announced a 15-member squad along with the team captain. Pankaj Sandhami has been appointed as the captain.…

Kalyansinghpur, Jan, 07:  A new committee of the Sadar Block Farmers’ Organization has been formed. On this occasion, a meeting was held today at the premises of the local Gundicha Temple. Farmers from 14 panchayats of the block participated in the meeting. Senior farmer Dasharathi Nayak presided over the meeting. During the meeting, the new committee was constituted and office-bearers were elected. Srinibas Choudhury was…

New Delhi:Jan, 07:  The Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India, will observe Veer Bal Diwas tomorrow. This day is commemorated to remember the courage, sacrifice, and exemplary values of India’s young heroes. On this occasion, children who have achieved remarkable success in various fields will be honored with the Prime Minister’s Rashtriya Bal Puraskar (PMRBP). The Prime Minister’s Rashtriya Bal Puraskar is…

Bhubaneswar, Jan, 07:  Anu Garg, a 1991-batch IAS officer who has been appointed as the state’s first woman Chief Secretary, will assume charge on January 1. With Mrs. Garg taking over, an administrative reshuffle in the state administration is almost certain. Discussions have already begun, particularly regarding relieving secretaries who are currently holding multiple responsibilities and bringing about major changes at the secretary level. At…

By Gourab Patra, In the forested hills of southern Odisha, far from corporate boardrooms and policy summits, a quiet but enduring system of sustainability has been operating for centuries. In the Koraput region, tribal communities such as the Paraja, Gadaba, Kondh, Saora, Bhumia, and Bondas mark their agricultural year with Deali Parab, a festival that is less about spectacle and more about systems. At its…

The Physicians Association for Nutrition India is committed to transforming healthcare through nutrition education, providing resources and community programs that enable doctors to integrate nutrition into patient care protocols effectively. The Physicians Association for Nutrition (PAN) India organized its 49th in-person Continuing Medical Education (CME) program in Hyderabad, attracting over 300 healthcare professionals dedicated to advancing nutrition-based patient care. The CME was held at The…

Tentulikhunti, Jan, 06: During the New Year holiday, a large number of tourists have visited the Ghumreshwar tourism spot in Mangardora Panchayat of Tentulikhunti Block. Many visitors have come from neighboring states Chhattisgarh and Andhra Pradesh, as well as from Nabarangpur district. Nearby tourist spots such as Dokaradora Waterfall, Raising Yodi Falls, and the Indravati Dam area are also seeing heavy tourist activity. Visitors are…

Nagpur. Jan, 06:  For the first time, Israel’s diplomat Yaniv Rivhach has visited the headquarters of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS). On the occasion of RSS’s 100th Foundation Day at its headquarters in Nagpur, he paid tribute by offering flowers at the statue of Dr. Keshav Baliram Hedgewar.

Kotpad:Jan, 06:  The rich traditions and culture of the Odia community are slowly fading under the influence of modernity, and the younger generation risks forgetting their heritage. To revive these traditions and attract youth, the Pushpuni Meet festival has begun in Kotpad. On the first day of the festival, Kotpad Congress MLA candidate Anam Dian was the chief guest, along with Pushpuni Meet Chairperson Ganesh Panda,…

Kotpad:Jan, 06: The foundation stone for the new offices of Girla and Dhamanahandi Panchayats under Kotpad Block was laid today by Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra. The ceremony included the traditional Bhoomi Puja (ground-breaking ritual) for both Panchayat offices. It was informed that the construction work will start soon, with proper planning and arrangements. The state government’s initiative has brought joy to the people of both Girla…

Kotpad:Jan, 06: Keeping in mind the demand for sarees, the central and state governments have laid the foundation stone for the construction of a Handloom Building, bringing good news especially to the weavers at the start of the New Year. Today, the foundation stone for the Handloom Building in Kotpad was laid by Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra. Among the esteemed guests present were: Kotpad N.A.C. Chairman…