Nabarangpur, Dec, 30: On the first day of the 71st State Athletics Meet-2025, held at Cuttack Barabati under the aegis of the State Sports Association, athletes from Nabarangpur district won a total of 5 medals. In the triathlon event, Vaikuntha Bhatra won a gold medal. In the under-20 women’s javelin throw, Smita Pangi won a silver medal. In the under-18 women’s javelin throw, Subhadra Jerari…
Digital Laboratory Inaugurated in Umarkot
Umarkot, Dec, 30: A state-of-the-art digital laboratory has been inaugurated at the Sub-Divisional Hospital in Umarkot. The chief guest, Minister of Mass Education Nityananda Gand, officially inaugurated the facility. The digital lab is equipped with modern knowledge-based tools, including automatic analyzers and electrolyte analyzers, enabling all kinds of medical tests. With the establishment of this lab, tests for Thalassemia, Sickle Cell, and Dengue can now…
Bajpai’s Birth Anniversary and Good Governance Day Observed
Nandapur, Dec, 30: The 101st birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee was observed on Thursday at the Purt Department Dak Bungalow by the Nandapur Block BJP. District BJP Vice President Saroj Mishra, National BJP Council member Jayram Bhoy, State BJP Council member Bhagwan Muduli, Block Mandal President Trinath Batgharia, Sheikh Gafur, Hari Behera, Gane Ganesh Khol, Seemanchal Khol, Suresh Dangayat, and others…
Cuttack MP Bhartuhari Mahtab Reviews Progress of Chandi Temple Project
Cuttack, Dec, 30: Cuttack: MP Bhartuhari Mahtab reviewed the progress of the Chandi Temple. District Collector Dattatreya Bhausaheb was also present along with the MP. “All work at the temple is going smoothly and will be completed very soon,” the MP said. “The gem installation at the temple will take place on the 5th.” “All temple work will be completed by Vishuva Sankranti.” If you want,…
Chief Minister’s Bus Service to Be Implemented Soon in the State: Minister
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 30: The Chief Minister’s Bus Service (CMBS) will be implemented very soon in the state. This information was given by Transport Minister Bibhuti Jena. “Discussions have been held with the School and Mass Education Department.” “Discussions have also taken place with the Transport Department regarding how to handle potential damages.” “With 1,422 buses, free transport services will be provided to school children.” “OSRTC will…
State Bank Chief Reviews Banking Services During Nandapur Visit
Nandapur, Dec, 30: The Chief General Manager (CGM) of the State Bank of the State, A.D. Ratna Teja, visited Nandapur Block on Thursday. During the visit, he inspected various locations, including the Hikimput Kiosk, Balda State Bank branch, and tourist spots such as Balda Nageshwari Hill and the cave. He also held discussions with CSP operators and bank customers. Brahmapur Deputy General Manager and Regional…
Football Tournament Held at Ma Thakurani, Kotpad Girla Panchayat, Ankula
Kotpad, Dec, 30:A football tournament was held today at Ma Thakurani in Kotpad Girla Panchayat Ankula. The chief guest of the event was Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra. Other honored guests included former MLA Chandrashekhar Majhi, former Minister Padmini Dian, Congress MLA candidate Anamu Dian, Block President Kamala Bhitara, Zilla Parishad member Tripati Chalan, Geeta Majhi, all PRI members of Kotpad Block, all Sarpanches, Samiti members,…
Three-Yearly Annual Conference of Odisha Revenue Officers’ Association Held in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Dec, 30: The three-yearly annual conference of the Nabarangpur district branch of the Odisha Revenue Officers’ Association was held under the chairmanship of former president Ashutosh Mahanti. The program was attended by Prasanna Kumar Nayak, State Executive Chairman, Nityananda Bhatra, Editor of Koraput district, and senior district member Manoj Barik as chief guests. All first-class revenue officers of the district were present on this…
Three Waterfalls Allegedly Overlooked by Administration
Kalyansinghpur, Dec, 30: In the foothills of the famous Niyamgiri mountains in Kalyansinghpur block, near Karanja village of Singari Panchayat, there are three waterfalls that have largely remained neglected by the administration. From Kalyansinghpur, after traveling 3 km along the road connecting Kalahandi district’s Lanjigarh block, and then 4 km from Ghundiriguda village towards the right, one reaches Karanja village. Along this road, about 3…
Annual Sports Event Held at Saitpur High School, Vaishinga
Vaishinga, Dec, 30: The annual sports event of Saitpur High School, under Betanti Block, was successfully conducted. The prize distribution ceremony was held under the chairmanship of the school’s Headmaster Jayanta Kumar Mahant. Chief Guest: Khairi Kisku, Sarpanch of Saitpur Panchayat Guest of Honor: Subodh Kumar Kisku, President of the School Management Committee Special Guest: Senior teacher Kishore Kumar Acharya They distributed certificates and prizes…
Train Fares Increased Across Several Routes
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 30: Train fares have been increased and will be effective from 26th of this month. For general class, for journeys over 215 km, the fare will increase by 1 paisa per km. For Mail/Express non-AC, the fare will increase by 2 paisa per km. For AC travel, the fare will increase by 2 paisa per km. For non-AC journeys of 500 km, an additional…
District-Level Junior Red Cross Training Camp Held at Kundura
Kundura, Dec, 30:The Junior Red Cross training camp being held at Sri Aurobindo Shiksha Niketan in Kundura has been successfully inaugurated. The chief guest for the event was Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra, and other honored guests included: District Council Member Kanakalata Penthia, Member of Parliament’s representative Amb Patra, Panchayat Samiti Vice-Chairperson Tarunisena Bishoyi, Sarpanch Labh Paraja, Committee Member Damodar Ganda, Additional District Group Education Officer…
Annual Sports Festival of Bapuji Nodal High School Inaugurated at Palsahi
Dhusuri, Dec, 30: The annual sports festival of Bapuji Nodal High School, under Palsahi Panchayat of Dhamnagar Block, has been inaugurated. The program was conducted under the supervision of Headmaster Gupteshwar Singh. Ranjit Sahu, Chairman of the School Management Committee, participated as the chief guest. Other honored guests included Kasinath Mahanti, Chairman of Panchsakha Shiksha Setu, Khuruda Bala, and Ratnakar Beheria, who emphasized that sports…
No Fuel Without Pollution Certificate: Motor Vehicles Department
Cuttack, Dec, 30: Motor vehicles without a valid pollution certificate will not be allowed to fill fuel in their tanks. The Commerce and Transport Department has taken strict measures to control vehicles that violate the rules and cause pollution. Following the instructions of the Departmental Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena and under the supervision of Chief Secretary Usha Padhi, efforts have been initiated in this regard.…
Shubhyajyoti and Bhagya Jyoti of Nabarangpur Awarded
Nabarangpur, Dec, 30: In a state-level cultural program organized by the Scheduled Tribes and Scheduled Castes Welfare Department, two students from Nabarangpur district achieved distinction. Shubhyajyoti Harijan, a student of the Government SSD Girls’ High School from Katraguda village in Nabarangpur district, won second place in the senior category of oratory, while Bhagya Jyoti Harijan, a student of Anwesha School, secured third place in the…
Madhubabu Memorial Museum to Be Constructed on Shailabala Women’s College Campus
Bhubaneswar, Dec, 30: The Madhubabu Memorial Museum will be constructed by the Department of Odia Language, Literature, and Culture on the campus of Shailabala Women’s College. In 1952, for the promotion of women’s education in Odisha, Shailabala Das donated her father, Utkal Gourab Madhusudan Das’s residence, to be used for running the women’s college. At present, a part of the self-governed Shailabala Women’s College campus—where Madhusudan…
Antyodaya Awas Mela Held at Kotpad Block Office
Kotpad, Dec, 30: An Antyodaya Awas Mela was organized today at the Panchayat Samiti Office, Kotpad. On this occasion, 12 beneficiaries who had completed their houses were provided with financial assistance of Rs 20,000 each. The mela was held in the presence of Panchayat Samiti Vice-Chairman Tapan Kumar Panigrahi and the Block Development Officer. Beneficiaries of Kotpad block who completed their houses within six months…
Dedicated Service with a Spirit of Surrender Brings True Fulfilment: Speakers in Puri
Puri, Dec, 30: Under the auspices of the Odisha Voluntary Organizations Federation, the District Voluntary Organizations Association organized the Odisha–2036 Vision: Developed Odisha conference along with the State-Level Utkalamani Seva Samman award ceremony at Sanskruti Bhavan, Puri. The program was chaired by the Association President and former MLA Jayant Kanungo. Among those present on the dais were Deputy Director of the Information and Public Relations…
State-Level Utkalamani Seva Samman Presented in Puri
Puri, Dec, 30: Under the auspices of the Puri District Voluntary Organizations Association, the State-Level Utkalamani Seva Samman ceremony was held at the local Sanskruti Bhavan. Former MLA Jayant Kanungo, Deputy Director of the District Information and Public Relations Department Santosh Kumar Sethi, Jagannath culture researcher Professor Harihar Kanungo, State President and senior advocate Dhiren Ray, former councillors Manas Lenka and N. Balaram Reddy, President…
Voluntary Organizations Federation Conference Held in Puri
Puri, Dec, 30: The Developed Odisha Conference of the District Voluntary Organizations Federation was held at Sanskruti Bhavan, Puri. Former MLA Jayant Kumar Sarangi inaugurated the conference. Jagannath culture researcher Harihar Kanungo, Deputy Director of the Information and Public Relations Department Santosh Kumar Sethi, former Municipal Chairman Gaurahari Pradhan, senior advocate Bijay Kumar Mishra, Captain Sanlil Kumar Muduli, Shri Mandir Managing Committee member Madhusudan Singhar,…
Dhusuri Ayushman Arogya Mandir Honoured at Kothar
Kothar, Dec, 30: The Dhusuri Ayushman Arogya Mandir under Dhamnagar block has been awarded the Best Jan Arogya Samiti Award by the Bhadrak District Health Society. Bhadrak District Collector Dillip Rautaray and Bhadrak CDMO Dr. Sudhir Ranjan Nayak presented the award to the Community Health Officer of Dhusuri Ayushman Arogya Mandir, Sabyasachi Rout, and health workers Kamini Rani Majhi and Tapas Kumar Majhi. On this…