New Ration Cards to Be Issued in the New Year

Bhubaneswar,  Dec, 30:  Big announcement by Food Supplies Minister Krishna Chandra Patra. Eligible beneficiaries will receive new ration cards in the New Year. “So far, 15 lakh ration cards have been approved.” “At present, 6 lakh 39 thousand ration cards have already been distributed.” “Those who apply will be issued ration cards after proper survey,” said the Ministe

Mothers’ Workshop Organized at Shishu Vidya Mandir, Kothar

Kothar, Dec, 30:  A Mothers’ Workshop was organized at Dhusuri Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir under Dhamnagar block. The workshop was held under the chairmanship of Headmaster Ramapada Rana. Retired teacher Manoroma Rautaray attended the program as the chief guest and guided the participants on the important role of mothers in the upbringing and development of children. Sarojini Jena, head of the school’s Shishu Batika, introduced…

Hinjili Leaders Meet Naveen Patnaik to Discuss Development Issues

Hinjili, Dec, 30:  Hinjili leaders met BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik. BJD leaders and workers from the Hinjili municipal area met Naveen Patnaik and raised concerns. They alleged step-motherly attitude of the government in development works. They also brought allegations regarding bias in the maintenance of law and order. Naveen Patnaik held discussions with the Hinjili BJD leaders.

Focus on Child Marriage Eradication at District-Level Training Camp in Nabarangpur

Nabarangpur, Dec, 30:  A district-level training camp under the 100-day Child Marriage-Free India Campaign was organized at the Mission Shakti Hall by the Association for Voluntary Action, under the supervision of the District Social Welfare Officer and with the initiative of Child Rights Associate Saurabh Upadhyay. Officials associated with the KMPO and PAV departments participated in the training. Additional District Magistrate Tapan Kumar Khuntia attended…

Free Health Service Camp Organized at Chhatia for Local Residents

Chhatia, Dec, 30:  A free health service camp was organized on Saturday at the Physio Therapy Clinic located at Chhatia Amarabati Patana under Badachana Block. More than 50 patients were provided with medical treatment during the camp. Under the supervision of Dr. Benudhar Biswal, Dr. Ramprasad Pradhan, Shanta Behara, Akash Kumar Rao, Mahesh Ranjan Mahapatra, Shikha Mahanti, Shreha Singh, Muskan Anshi, and Pushpanjali Pradhan, among…

PGIM India Mutual Fund Launches 3rd Edition of Retirement Readiness Report 2025

Mumbai, Dec 29:- PGIM India Mutual Fund today released its third edition of Retirement Readiness Report 2025, a study that holds a mirror to the evolving hopes, anxieties, and ambitions of Indian households. In a nation where incomes are rising and self-identity is being redefined, the report reveals a striking paradox: Retirement has surged to become the No. 1 financial priority for the first time ever,…

Anytime Fitness Expands in Maharashtra with Mumbai’s Palm Beach Club Launch

Mumbai, Dec 29:-Anytime Fitness India, the country’s fastest-growing 24×7 fitness franchise, has announced the opening of its newest club at Palm Beach, Mumbai. With this launch, the brand now operates seven clubs across Maharashtra, further reinforcing its growing presence in the West region. The expansion reflects a rising shift among health-conscious urban communities towards holistic wellness and convenient, accessible fitness solutions. The Palm Beach club…

PVR INOX to Re-Release Aranyer Din Ratri in 4K on January 9, 2026

Dec 29: PVR INOX, India’s largest and most premium cinema exhibitor, celebrates the legacy of one of India’s greatest filmmakers, Satyajit Ray, with the re-release of Aranyer Din Ratri in select cities on January 9, 2026. Widely regarded as the film that firmly established Satyajit Ray among the masters of world cinema, Aranyer Din Ratri follows four brash young men from the city who set…

Annual Sports Meet of Sri Aurobindo Education Centre Held with Enthusiasm

Asurali, Dec, 29:  The annual sports meet of the Sri Aurobindo Integral Education and Research Centre was held recently. On this occasion, a general meeting and sports festival were organized under the chairmanship of senior sports enthusiast Rabindra Behuria and under the guidance of the institution’s President, Pandit Nrusingha Charan Nayak. The event was inaugurated by Dhamnagar ABEO Satyasundar Parida. Retired Headmaster Hemanta Sutar, social…

Mothers’ Workshop Organised at Dhusuri

Dhusuri, Dec, 29:  A mothers’ workshop was organized at Saraswati Shishu Vidya Mandir, Dhusuri. The program was held under the chairmanship of the school’s Headmaster, Ramapada Rana. Retired teacher Manoroma Raitwaray attended the event as the chief guest and provided guidance on the important role of mothers in the upbringing of children. The school’s Balika Ghatika in-charge, Sarojini Jena, introduced the guest, while teacher Ananya…

Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya Entrance Examination to Be Held on January 9

Cuttack, Dec, 29:  The entrance examination for admission into Odisha Adarsha Vidyalayas and Odisha Mining Adarsha Vidyalayas will be held on January 9. The examination will be conducted for admission into Classes VI, VII, VIII, and IX. According to information released by the Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, the examination for Class VI will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, while the…

Torch Rally Held in Dabugaon for MP Sports Festival

Dabugaon:  Dec, 29:  Under the Prime Minister’s new initiative MP Khel India, the MP Sports Festival aims to bring talented young sportspersons from rural and urban areas into the public spotlight and help enhance their skills. As part of this initiative, the festival was formally inaugurated today at Dabugaon. After offering prayers to Maa Thakurani, the program was inaugurated by lighting the ceremonial torch. Block…

JRC Education and Training Camp Concludes Successfully

Kosagumuda, Dec, 29:   The eighth district-level Junior Red Cross (JRC) education and training camp, conducted with the support of the District Education Department, concluded on Saturday at the Government Higher Secondary School, Kosagumuda, in Nabarangpur district. BEO Samarendra Bhowmik hoisted the Red Cross flag. The program began with an all-faith prayer and a yoga camp, organized in the presence of Organising Secretary and college principal…

Awareness Program on Laws Related to Sexual Harassment of Women Held

Brahmapur, Dec, 29:  An awareness program on the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013 was organized on Saturday in the conference hall of the Brahmapur Municipal Corporation (BeMC). The program was conducted under the guidance of Mayor Sanghamitra Dalei and Commissioner Prathamesh Aravind Rajeshirke. During the program, detailed discussions were held on various aspects of the Act, along with…

+2 Admit Cards Uploaded on Official Website

Bhubaneswar, Dec, 29:  The admit cards for the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha–conducted +2 examinations have been released. The admit cards have been made available on the SAMS e-Space website from Friday. CHSE Examination Controller Dr. Prashant Kumar Parida has informed all college principals in this regard. Instructions have been issued to provide admit cards to students of all streams. At the time…

Manappuram Group Appoints Mr Buvanesh Tharashankar as Group Chief Financial Officer

Valapad, Kerala, Dec 29: Manappuram Group today announced the appointment of Mr Buvanesh Tharashankar as Group Chief Financial Officer (Group CFO). He will provide strategic financial leadership across all Manappuram Group companies and work closely with the Board and senior management to strengthen financial governance, capital efficiency, and long-term value creation. The appointment underscores Manappuram Group’s continued focus on building a strong, future-ready leadership team…

17-Storey Parking Facility to Be Constructed at SCB Medical College

Bhubaneswar,  Dec, 29:  A 17-storey parking facility will be constructed at SCB Medical College, and rest houses will be built for attendants in the campuses of seven medical colleges across the state. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi reviewed the Health Department’s programmes. As the largest medical college in the state, thousands of patients and their attendants visit this institution every day. The state government has set a…

Bringing Bouquets to Office Prohibited on New Year

Ganjam, Dec, 29:  On the New Year, bringing gifts to the office is prohibited. Bringing flower bouquets, sweets, or any gifts has been banned. The Ganjam District Collector has issued these guidelines. An appeal has been made to take part in the pledge for “Dharitri Maa” (Mother Earth). The District Collector has called upon all district residents to participate. Similarly, the District Collector, V. Kirshy Vasan,…