Kotpad, Jan, 02: A new wing of BPCHR has been inaugurated at the Kotpad Community Health Centre (C.H.C.) premises. The inauguration was performed by Kotpad MLA Rupu Latara. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including N.S.C. President A.P. Shankar Rao, Block President Kamala Bhatara, among others. The program was organized under the supervision of Kotpad C.H.C. Officer Ranjit Das, and all doctors, healthcare workers,…
Public Grievance Hearing Camp Held in Kirmira Under District Collector
Jharsuguda, Jan, 02: A block-level public grievance hearing camp was held at the Kirmira Panchayat Samiti office in Jharsuguda district. The camp was conducted under the chairmanship of District Collector Shri Kunal Motiram Chhabra. Also present were Sub-Divisional Magistrate Shri Sabyasachi Panda, Chief Development Officer Shri Bishwaranjan Nayak, block development officers, and other block-level officials. During the camp, a total of 17 grievances were received,…
MP Sports Festival Inaugurated in Jharsuguda
Jharsuguda, Jan, 02: The MP Sports Festival-2025 for Jharsuguda district, under the Bargarh parliamentary constituency, was inaugurated at the O.P.M. Padiya premises in Brajarajnagar. The event was attended by Honorable Deputy Chief Minister Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo as the chief guest. Also present were Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Shri Suresh Pujari, Bargarh MP Shri Pradip Purohit, Jharsuguda MLA Shri Tankadhar Tripathy, and other…
Minister Praises Koraput Coffee at Winter Evening Event
Jeypore, Jan, 02: The minister attended the third evening of the Koraput National Level Tribal Festival as the chief guest. He visited various stalls set up by Ormas and watched the exhibits. At the festival, he visited the coffee stall organized by the Integrated Tribal Development Agency and enjoyed the taste of Koraput coffee during the winter evening. The minister also remarked that Koraput coffee…
Annual Sports Meet Held at Saraswati Shishumandir
Chandbali, Jan, 02: The 16th Annual Sports Festival was held at Saraswati Shishumandir, located at Agapeeth in the Chandbali block. Students studying at the Shishumandir participated in various events and showcased their sports skills. Earlier, in a meeting organized under the chairmanship of Headmaster Bibhutibhushan Biswal, Dillip Shekhar Nayak, coordinator of the local resource center at Pohana Mathadiha, attended as the chief guest and highlighted…
Basant to Address Parliament House
Nabarangpur, Jan, 02: On the occasion of the 150th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister and Bharat Ratna late Atal Bihari Vajpayee and the founder of Banaras Hindu University and freedom fighter Madan Mohan Malaviya, a speech program on their lives will be held on the 25th of this month at the Parliament House in New Delhi. For participation in this program, Basant Chandal, a…
District-Level School Cricket Tournament: Nabarangpur Players Leave for Cuttack
Nabarangpur ,Jan, 02: Under the auspices of the State Cricket Association, a 50-over inter-district school-level cricket league tournament will be held at Cuttack from the 24th of this month. For this purpose, the Nabarangpur district team has been selected. The Secretary of the District Cricket Association, Prahlad Tripathy, announced a 15-member squad. Pankaj Sandhyami has been selected as the captain. The other selected players include…
Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo Visits Jharsuguda, Inaugurates and Reviews Development Projects
Jharsuguda, Jan, 02: Honourable Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Shri Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, visited Jharsuguda district and participated in several public welfare programs, besides inaugurating multiple development projects. At the beginning of his visit, the Deputy Chief Minister conducted a detailed review of the functioning of the Odisha Power Generation Corporation (OPGC) and Odisha Coal and Power Limited (OCPL) at Jharsuguda. During the meeting,…
Friends’ Reunion of 1992 Batch Students Held with Great Enthusiasm
Asurali, Jan, 02: A friends’ reunion of the 1992 Matriculation batch students of Kothar High School was held at the Badapokhari playground in Kothar. At the outset, paying tribute to the late Manoranjan Gochhayat, a member of the batch who had passed away, floral homage was offered to his portrait followed by two minutes of silence. Among the guests, Dhusuri Press Union President Santosh Dash…
District-Level Workshop Organised at Tentulikhuti
Nabarangpur, Jan, 02: A public grievance hearing camp was held today at the Tentulikhuti Panchayat Samiti Conference Hall under the joint chairmanship of District Collector Dr. Maheshwar Swain and Superintendent of Police Md. Sandeep Sampat. The camp was attended by Additional District Magistrate (General) Tapan Kumar Jhutia, Chief Development Officer-cum-Executive Officer, Zilla Parishad, Biranchi Narayan Darwan, BDO Manoj Panigrahi, Tahasildar Pushpanjali Dandapat, along with all…
TPSODL Organises Volunteer Programme in Southern Odisha
Kotpad, Jan, 02: A volunteer program was organized by TPSODL (TP Southern Odisha Distribution Limited) in Bijiripalli village of Kotpad block, Koraput district. The main objective of this program was to empower villagers through digital and safety awareness. On this occasion, villagers were informed about how to pay electricity bills using smartphones and how to use the WhatsApp chatbot to report electricity-related issues. Through this initiative,…
Strict Vehicle Checking to Begin from January 1
Bhubaneswar, Jan, 02: From January 1, intensive vehicle checking will be carried out. Strict action will be taken against those who violate Motor Vehicle Inspector (MVI) rules. The Transport Commissioner has urged people to follow road safety regulations. Discussions were held with all petrol pump owners and dealers. They have been instructed to display information regarding PUC certificates at their outlets. The Transport Commissioner Amitabh Thakur…
OMSA Warns of Work Stoppage Agitation from January
Bhubaneswar:Jan, 02: As their long-pending demands continue to be ignored, the Odisha Medical Services Association (OMSA) has finally issued a warning of a statewide strike. OMSA stated that if their demands are not fulfilled, doctors will resort to a complete work stoppage. This warning was issued during a press conference held on Tuesday by OMSA. The association’s General Secretary, Dr. Sanjeeb Pradhan, informed that doctors have…
Statue of Martyred Soldier Unveiled in Koraput in Presence of MLA Raghuram Machh
Baipariguda, Jan, 02: In Badaguda village under Kenduguda Panchayat of Baipariguda block in Koraput district, the statue of martyred soldier Ishwar Talia was unveiled on Monday. On this occasion, Koraput MLA Raghuram Machh inaugurated the statue. The program was attended by former Koraput MLA Raghuram Padal, former minister Padmini Dian, former MP Jhina Hiktaka, Block Chairman Prashant Gupta, Block Vice-Chairperson Purni Barik, Zilla Parishad member Raje…
On the Fourth Evening of the Festival, Mohan Majhi Distributes Gifts to District Residents
Koraput, Jan, 02: For Koraput district, there are 86 projects worth Rs 545 crore. He laid the foundation stone for 70 projects worth Rs 521 crore. The Chief Minister also inaugurated 16 projects worth Rs 24 crore. Koraput has now created a distinct identity not only in Odisha, but across the world, said the Chief Minister.
Kia India Records Best-Ever December with 105% YoY Growth, Annual Sales Up 15%
Mumbai, Jan 1: Kia India, a leading mass-premium carmaker, concluded Calendar Year 2025 on a strong note, registering total wholesale volumes of 280,286 unitsmarking a 15% annual growth over 245,000 units sold in CY 2024. This consistent performance underscores company’s focused customer centric approach, continuous product innovations, sustained customer demand and a supportive market environment. The year ended on a positive note, recording the best-ever December since inception with sales of 18,659 units, translating into…
Turning Investment Promises into Industrial Reality: Odisha’s ₹5.67-Lakh-Crore Opportunity
A Crucial Phase for Odisha’s Growth Story Odisha stands at a pivotal moment in its industrial journey. Over the course of 2025, the state attracted investment proposals worth ₹5.67 lakh crore, approving 255 industrial projects across diverse sectors. If successfully implemented, these investments could create more than 3.4 lakh jobs, significantly reshaping the state’s economic and employment landscape. The emphasis now is no longer on…
Micro-Credentials and Stackable Pathways Reshape Indian Study Abroad Plans for 2026
Indian students planning to go abroad in 2026 are no longer looking at degrees alone. Many now plan around micro-credentials, short global skilling and stackable degree paths that link Indian campuses with universities abroad. Employers want proven skills and job competition is tougher, at a time when a record 1.8 million Indians are already studying overseas. Skills-First Labour Markets Drive New Priorities India’s outbound student…
Abakkus Mutual Fund raises INR 2,468 cr during NFO period of its maiden fund
Mumbai, Jan 1, 2026: Abakkus Mutual Fund has cited that the new fund offer (NFO) of their maiden fund – Abakkus Flexi Cap Fund, which opened on December 8, 2025 and closed on December 22, 2025, secured assets under management (AUM) with the subscription value of ₹2,468 crores. This is a reflection of strong interest from investors across the country, recording participation from nearly 5,518…
Chief Minister Visits Sahid Madho Singh’s Village
Bargarh:Jan, 01: Chief Minister visited the village of Shaheed Madho Singh. Paid tribute to Chief Minister Mohan Majhi on Veerata Diwas (Bravery Day). Madho Singh, the warrior of the freedom struggle, was a zamindar. Along with Madho Singh, 4 sons and sons-in-law sacrificed their lives for the nation. He had joined the freedom struggle under the leadership of Veer Surendra Sai.”
Kotpad Artists Mesmerise Audience with Dhemsa Dance at Raygada Chaiti–2025
Kotpad, Jan, 01: Kotpad artists entertained everyone with Dhemsa dance and songs. On the Raygada Chaiti 2025 stage, the artists of Kotpad Kala Vikas Kendra gave a beautiful performance.”