Malkangiri District Cut Off From Mainland Due To Incessant Rains

by Pabitra Mohan Senapaty

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Malkangiri district has been cut off from the rest of the world due to inundation caused by incessant rains in the last two days.

Malkangiri, Sept 9: Malkangiri district has been cut off from the rest of the world due to inundation caused by incessant rains in the last two days.

Floodwater is flowing above almost all small and big bridges in the district. Now floodwater submerged bridges at Pangak, MV 7, Poteru, Badili, MV90, and MV 96.

Road communications between Motu and Kalemela, from Kalimela To Malkangiri and from Malkangiri to Jeypore have been disrupted. Besides, vehicular movement has been disrupted at Bonda Ghaati due to stone collapse. Due to landslides, crops in hundreds of acres of land have been damaged.

Poteru village has been marooned. Floodwater has also entered many houses in the Malkangiri Sadar area.

Balimela and Khairpu areas in the district have been severely affected due to incessant rains that occurred in the last two days. Floodwater has entered almost all streets in Balimela town. People in Medical Sahi and Drugline have been stranded in their houses. A large tree was uprooted near Drugline Mani Temple. Due to uprooting of the tree, an autorickshaw has been damaged and the road has been closed.

As the IMD has predicted more rains to occur in the district, the situation is likely to worsen in the district.

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Horoscope: Taurus May Face Problems In Family, Pisces Likely To Obtain New House

by Utkalika Mohanty

Horoscope, Sep 17: Taurus May Face Problems In Family, Pisces Likely To Obtain New House

All zodiac signs have their own characteristics and traits which define someone’s personality. Know all about the astrological events and influences that will be affecting each of the 12 zodiac signs. Read on to find out whether the odds will be in your favour today.

Aries
You may make up your mind and start a new business. You may be in a good mental condition. You may be blessed with a baby boy. You may improve in business. Students may not be able to concentrate on their studies. You may gain fame in the field of politics.
Favourable colour- Red
Favourable number- 9
Remedy – Recite Maa Baglamukhi's mantra.

Taurus
You mat face problems in the family. Your married life may be joyous as the conflict is likely to be resolved gradually. You may get good results in your studies. You may find many simple ways to earn money.
Favourable colour- White
Favourable number- 6
Remedy – Worship Goddess Lakshmi.

Gemini
You are advised to take care of your health. You may get love from your life partner and family. By making good use of increased knowledge, you may get success in work. You may get success in your career and job. Job seekers may get good news. A person associated with politics may be praised.
Favourable colour- Green
Favourable number- 5
Remedy – Feed the cow a portion of your food.

Cancer
You may improve in business. The unemployed may get job opportunities. Your colleagues may respect you in the office. Important things will be discussed. The more problems the enemy creates, the more you will benefit. There may be minor conflicts with family members
Favourable colour- White
Favourable number - 2
Remedy – Recite Gayatri Mantra of Chandra.

Leo
Relationships between brothers and sisters may improve. You may continue to spend your savings. Students may succeed in competitive examinations. You may build a new house or purchase land. You may improve your social status by taking the lead in religion and cultural activities.
Favourable colour- Orange
Favourable number- 1
Remedy - Worship Lord Ram.

Virgo
You may decide to leave your old company and join a new company. Harmony among family members on the cards. You may be hailed in sports, art and literature activities. You may meet important people. You may complete all the work on time.
Favourable colour- Green
Favourable number- 5
Remedy - Chant Gayatri Mantra of Buddha.

Libra
Your health problems are likely to be better than before, but you may worry about your elders' health issues. You are likely to resume the business. You may obtain wealth gradually. Students may get information relating to their education. You may bring valuable goods to your home.
Favourable colour- White
Favourable number- 6
Remedy – Worship Lord Parashuram.

Scorpio
Love may grow in your married life. Students may achieve academic success. You may get some positions in politics. You may experience a joyous day due to your generosity. Your dispute over property may be resolved through the process of mediation.
Favourable colour- Red
Favourable number- 9
Remedy – Worship Maa Charchika.

Sagittarius
The court verdict may come to you. You may get back dues in the business. Your personality may make the atmosphere around you funny. Students may be prepared for higher education. You may be appreciated in the field of music. your brotherly relations may improve.
Favourable colour- Yellow
Favourable number- 3
Remedy – Worship Sri Baman's idol.
Capricorn
The day is likely to be good for married people. You may make new plans for earning and play an active role in social issues. You may be full of positive energy today. You are likely to buy a new vehicle. With dedication to studies, you are likely to do everything with concentration.
Favourable colour- Blue
Favourable number- 8
Remedy – Hold Ma Kali’s Yantrika Mahakabach.

Aquarius
You may get rid of all physical problems and your health may improve. You may get freedom to work as per your wish at the workplace. You may go to other states to do business. You may have a favorable environment in the field of literature and technology. People in politics may get success.
Favourable colour- Blue
Favourable number- 8
Remedy – Worship Rahu and recite the mantra.

Pisces
You may gain respect in society. You may obtain a vehicle and house. You may be able to fulfill hopes and dreams. The completion work of your under-construction house may begin. Your legal cases may be resolved. You may be appreciated in sports, art and literature.
Favourable colour- Yellow
Favourable number- 3
Remedy – Wear yellow-coloured clothes.

15th NMC Teachers Meet in Odisha Organised by National Medicos Organisation at AIIMS Bhubaneswar

by Hemanta Pande

Bhubaneswar, Sep 16: The 15th NMC Teachers Meet in Odisha was organised by the National Medicos Organisation at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, officials said Monday.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr Vijendra Kumar, Professor of Pediatric surgery Member of UG Curriculum Board National Medical Commission, said that there is need of more medical colleges to produce new doctors to strengthen the health care delivery in rural India (Gramin Bharat) as well as the urban India.

Dr Aruna Vanekar President UG Curriculum Board NMC highlighted the different changed in MBBS curriculum such as criteria for MBBS attendance, maximum numbers and years of attempts to complete the MBBS course and Internship . She also said the provision of mandatory thesis submission before Postgraduate final examination has been removed and included as part of final practical examination.

Dr BN Gangadhar Padmashree chairman of the National Medical Commission emphasised on role of Doctors as social reformers. Dr BN Gangadhar along with Dr Aruna Vanekar also interacted with Deans of all 17 medical colleges of the state clarified the queries pertaining to Family adoption programme, AETCOM module and competency-based curriculum.

Dr Viswambar Singh, Professor ENT, IMS BHU Varanasi and National coordinator for NMS Teachers meet, briefed about different health activitis of National Medicos Organisation throughout the year in Northeast states, Kashmir and other parts of the country.

Dr Yogendar Mallik President Ethics and Regulation Board of NMC briefed about the different forum to address the Doctor’s grievances, and changes made in regulations to allow the foreign graduates to practice in India and uniformity in medical registration.

Professor Manas Ranjan Sahoo Vice chancellor of Odisha University Health Sciences said the change in teaching learning pattern between previous and current generation students. He also said the NMC’s approach to reach the Deans medical teachers in medical colleges in different states to brief about their ideas and taking feedback is a novel approach to bring the desired changes in medical curricula. Dr Sailesh Kumar President of AIIMS Bhubaneswar told for this joint effort by NMO and NMC the AIIMS Bhubaneswar and other institute of National importance can play a crucial role.

Among others Dr N Deep Bag, Director Incharge AIIMS Bhubaneswar; Dr P.R. Mahaptra, Dean AIIMS Bhubaneswar; Gr Braja Kishore Dash, Additional DMET were also present in the meeting.

Union Health Minister JP Nadda in his message appreciated the NMC’s effort to hold such meeting and 14 such meetings already conducted in other states.

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A total of 175 medical teachers from all 17 medical colleges of the state including their Deans and from AIIMS Bhubaneswar attended the meeting.

Security Beefed Up In Bhubaneswar Ahead Of PM Modi's Visit

by Hemanta Pande

Bhubaneswar, Sep 16: Tight security arrangements have been made in Bhubaneswar ahead of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Odisha on Tuesday, September 17, informed a senior police officer on Monday.

PM Modi during his one-day visit to Odisha on September 17 will launch the state government's 'Subhadra Yojana’ and will also lay foundation stone and dedicate to the nation railway projects worth over Rs 2,800 crore.

Under the Subhadra Yojana, all eligible women beneficiaries in the age group of 21 years to 60 years, would receive Rs 50,000 over a period of 5 years between 2024-25 to 2028-29. An amount of Rs 10,000 per annum in two equal instalments will be credited directly to the beneficiary's Aadhaar-enabled and DBT-enabled bank account. The Prime Minister would initiate the fund transfer into the bank accounts of more than 10 lakh women tomorrow.

The Prime Minister will land at the Biju Patnaik International Airport at 10.50 AM tomorrow and then travel to Gadkana village on the outskirts of the State Capital, where he is scheduled to interact with the beneficiaries of PM Awas Yojana, officials said.

PM Modi would then reach Janata Maidan around 12 PM, from where he will launch the Subhadra Yojana, and unveil railway projects worth Rs 2,871 crore and highway projects worth Rs 1,000 crore, they said.

PM Modi would leave for Delhi around 1.15 pm, they added.

This is the PM’s first visit to the state after attending the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on June 12.

Security has been heightened in the state capital with 3,000 police personnel, including 500 officers, being deployed. The entire roads on which the PM will travel have been barricaded, said Police Commissioner Sanjeeb Panda

A total of 11 DCP-rank officers, 22 additional DCPs, 66 ACP-rank officers, 100 inspectors, and 300 officers, along with 81 platoons of forces (each comprising 30 personnel) and 500 home guards would be deployed, he said.

Additionally, three special tactical units along with two companies of CRPF and the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODARF) would also be on standby, he added.

Malkangiri District Cut Off From Mainland Due To Incessant Rains

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