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…
Is Infertility Becoming a New Lifestyle Disorder?
By:- Dr. Sabia Mangat, Consultant – Gynaecologist, Reproductive Medicine and IVF, Milann Fertility Hospital, Chandigarh India is witnessing a striking paradox: even as medical technology advances, more young couples are struggling to conceive. Fertility specialists across the country report a steady rise in infertility cases often in couples in their late 20s and early 30s. While medical conditions such as PCOS, endometriosis, low ovarian reserve,…
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…
District-Level Joint Public Grievance Hearing Camp Held in Koraput
Jeypore, Jan, 03: A district-level joint public grievance hearing camp was held at the premises of the Local Goodwill Sabha Hall in Koraput, presided over by District Collector Manoj Satyawan Mahajan. During the camp, a total of 28 complaints were addressed, including 8 group complaints and 20 individual complaints. The camp was attended by Additional District Collector Tapan Kumar Nayak, Chief Development Officer and Executive…
Nabarangpur Farmers Export Their Produce to Foreign Markets
Nabarangpur, Jan, 03: In a proud development, farmers from Umarkot in Nabarangpur district have, for the first time, directly exported their produce to international markets. The hard work, perseverance, and efforts of these self-reliant farmers are now reaching global consumers. The government has provided support for this initiative, and Villa Mart Pvt. Ltd. has also assisted in the process. Currently, these farmers have sent a…
Student Brings Pride to Padua High School, Lakshmipur
Lakshmipur Jan, 03: A student of Padua High School in Nandapur block, Suraj Pandey, has brought pride to Koraput district by performing exceptionally well in the state-level Kabaddi tournament held in Sundargarh district. Following his nomination for the national level, excitement and joy have spread throughout his local area. The student has dedicated his achievement to his parents and also thanked his sports teacher, Dhanesh Bagh.…
NH-326 to Be Expanded, Boosting Connectivity in Gajapati, Rayagada and Koraput
New Delhi, Jan, 03: In a Cabinet Committee meeting chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approval has been given for the widening and upgrading of National Highway 326 (NH-326). The total project cost is Rs1,526.21 crore, of which Rs996.76 crore will be spent on construction. The existing 68.600 km to 311.700 km section of NH-326 will be upgraded with paved shoulders. Prime Minister Modi expressed…
New Year Brings New Possibilities for Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Jan, 03:The New Year brings new possibilities for the district. Next year, land acquisition will be completed for the proposed medical college, sports complex, and Nabarangpur-Jaypur railway line, which will become a hub for Indravati tourism. The district collector, Dr. Maheshwar Swain, stated that Bharatmala projects for road construction and redevelopment of Hili and Papadahandi Shaheed Minar will also receive a new look at…
Tourists Flock to Koraput’s Scenic Attractions During New Year
Koraput, Jan, 03: During the New Year, tourists have been seen visiting various attractions in the district, including Gupteshwar, Deomali, Punjisil, Kolab, Raniduduma, Duduma, and Ranigad. Raniduduma has emerged as a prominent destination on the district’s tourism map. Its historical and legendary significance, combined with natural beauty, has made it an independent tourist attraction in Nabarangpur. Visitors are captivated by sites such as Batris Singhasan, Ganesh…
Public Hearing Camp Held Under Joint Chairmanship of District Collector and SP in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Jan, 03: A public hearing camp was organized at the Tentulikhunti Panchayat Samiti Hall under the joint chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain and Superintendent of Police Sandeep Sampat. The camp was also attended by Additional District Collector (General) Tapan Kumar Khuntia, Chief Development Officer & Executive Officer of the District Council Biranchi Narayan Darowan, 6 other officers including Manoj Panigrahi, Tahsildar Pushpanjali…
500 Mushroom Beds Set Up, Production Centre Empowers Women to Become Self-Reliant
Nandapur, Jan, 03: By establishing 500 mushroom beds and a mushroom production center, Shanti Badanayak (29) from Debagandhana village, one of Koraput district’s top mushroom farmers, has become self-reliant and set an example for other women. Shanti says that with self-confidence, professional knowledge, and encouragement, anyone can achieve success. At the age of five, she lost her parents. By cultivating mushrooms, she has created a…
Minister Lays Foundation Stone for River Embankment Project
Kothar, Jan, 03: At Hasanabad Panchayat in Dhamanagar block, a river embankment project is being undertaken along the left bank of the Baitarani River, stretching from Hasanabad to Astak (1.5 crore rupees) and from both banks of the Kochila River—from Analdiha to Pangata Chhaka and from Pangata Chhaka to Lokanathpur (4 crore rupees). The total cost of the project to strengthen the river embankments is…
Famous Play “Paanch Ekar” Staged to Enthusiastic Audience
Bhubaneswar: Jan, 03: Rabindra Mandap, the esteemed play “Paanch Ekar”, presented by Asaranti Natya Sangathan, Bhubaneswar, was successfully staged. Based on a social theme, this play kept the audience engaged for more than two hours. The story of conflict in the play revolved around Dr. Akshay Kumar Sahu, who not only wrote and conceptualized the play but also performed the lead role as Raju Master.…
Rashmi Ranjan Siddhashram Banotsav Ceremony Celebrated with Grandeur
Nabarangpur, Jan, 03: As in previous years, this year too, with the objective of encouraging forest-dwelling communities during the month of Dhanu, the Banotsav (Forest Festival) of the local Rashmi Ranjan Siddhashram, located at Taragaon in Nabarangpur town, was celebrated in a grand manner at Rani Duduma, near Nandapur in Koraput district. The festival was held under the presidentship of Dr. Neelakantha Padhi, the Padadhushita…
Four Communities Including Kudumi Likely to Be Included in Scheduled Tribe List
Bhubaneswar,Jan, 03: Efforts are underway to include more communities in the Scheduled Tribe (ST) category. The Scheduled Caste and Scheduled Tribe Research and Training Institute (SCSTRTI) has been directed to study the matter. After completion of the study, the findings will be recommended to the next meeting of the Tribal Advisory Council, as instructed by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi. The Tribal Advisory Council meeting…
Nabarangpur Senior Citizens’ Association Celebrates Eighth Annual Day
Nabarangpur, Jan, 03: The eighth annual celebration of the Nabarangpur Senior Citizens’ Association was held with great enthusiasm at the local Akhandalamani Siksha Sabha Hall. The programme was organized under the chairmanship of Dr. Radhanath Behera, President of the Association. Nabarangpur MLA Shri Gourishankar Majhi attended the event as the chief guest. Eminent social worker and Treasurer of the Association Shri Jagannath Mahapatra, Vice President…
24 Complaints Registered at Public Grievance Hearing
Nandapur, Jan, 03: A district-level joint public grievance hearing camp was held on Monday at the meeting hall of the Nandapur Block Office in Koraput district. The programme was attended by Additional District Magistrate (ADM) Bhaktabandhu Janardan Dalai, Sub-Collector Premalal Hial, DPHO Debadatta Mallik, Block Chairperson Sabitri Karbhul, Nandapur BDO Durgaprasad Dora, SDPO Debendra Mallik, Additional Tahsildar Madhab Pangi, and other district- and block-level departmental…