New Delhi, July 20: In a significant milestone for India’s public health system, the Drug Controller General of India (DCGI) has granted market authorisation to Takeda Biopharmaceuticals India’s QDENGA (TAK-003), making it the country’s first approved vaccine for the prevention of dengue. Representational Image The vaccine has been approved for individuals aged 4 to 60 years and is expected to strengthen India’s fight against dengue,…
Ganjam Women Revive Traditional Brass Fish Craft, Turn Heritage into Livelihood
Berhampur, Belaguntha, July 20 (UDN): A group of women from Palakasandha village in Odisha’s Ganjam district is proving that traditional craftsmanship can become a sustainable source of income. By reviving the region’s unique brass fish craft, the women have not only preserved a fading art form but also created a pathway to financial independence. Representational Image Twenty women from the village under Belaguntha block have…
Youth Critical After Sword Attack in Broad Daylight in Bhubaneswar, Police Launch Probe
Bhubaneswar, July 20 (UDN): A 24-year-old youth sustained critical injuries after he was allegedly chased and attacked with a sword by a group of assailants in broad daylight in Bhubaneswar’s Samantarapur area on Monday, sending shockwaves through the locality. The victim, identified as Deepak, was reportedly intercepted by the attackers under the Lingaraj police limits. Eyewitnesses said the assailants chased him before launching a brutal assault…
Heavy Rains Trigger Sharp Rise in Vegetable Prices Across Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, July 20 (UDN): Continuous rainfall across Odisha has sent vegetable prices soaring in Bhubaneswar, with crop damage and disrupted supply chains triggering a sharp increase in retail rates. The price rise comes at the start of the holy month of Shravan, when demand for vegetables traditionally goes up as many people follow a vegetarian diet. Representational Image Traders at Unit-I (No. 1) Market said…
PMC’s Overnight Clean-Up Effort Keeps Puri Ready for Rath Yatra Devotees
Puri, July 20: The Puri Municipal Corporation (PMC) has earned widespread appreciation for its swift and well-coordinated sanitation drive that restored cleanliness across the holy city following the massive influx of devotees during the Rath Yatra. With more than 10 lakh pilgrims converging on Puri for the annual festival, large stretches of the Grand Road (Bada Danda) and surrounding areas were left strewn with garbage.…
President Murmu Pays Tribute to Moldova’s Historic Icon ‘Stephen the Great’ During Landmark Visit
Pic Credit: https://x.com/rashtrapatibhvn July 20: President Droupadi Murmu paid homage at the iconic ‘Stephen the Great’ monument in Moldova, as part of her historic visit to the European nation. The President laid floral tributes at the monument honouring Stephen the Great, a celebrated ruler and national figure of Moldova, acknowledging the country’s rich history and cultural legacy. The visit marks the first-ever visit by an Indian…
Government Reaffirms Commitment to Tribal Empowerment, Calls for Effective Implementation of Welfare Schemes
Bhubaneswar, July 20 (UDN): Reaffirming the State Government’s commitment to the socio-economic development of Scheduled Tribes (STs), emphasis was laid on expanding opportunities through enhanced reservation, strengthening tribal infrastructure, and preserving indigenous culture. increased ST reservations (22.5%), and ₹50 lakh for Adivasi Sanskrutik Bhawans in 121 TSP blocks—he urged Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons to drive scheme saturation and preserve tribal heritage for a Viksit Odisha. #STSCDevelopment #ViksitOdisha…
Odisha Seeks INR 9,755 Crore Central Assistance for Disaster-Resilient Power Infrastructure
Bhubaneswar, July 20 (UDN): The Odisha Government has sought financial support from the Centre to implement an ambitious project aimed at making the state’s power transmission and distribution network resilient to cyclones and other natural disasters. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has reportedly written to Union Home Minister Amit Shah, seeking intervention to facilitate funding of ₹9,755 crore from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund (NDMF)…
Nathan Smith Named ICC Men’s Player of the Month for June 2026
July 20: New Zealand all-rounder Nathan Smith has been honoured with the ICC Men’s Player of the Month award for June 2026 following his outstanding performances on the international cricket stage. Smith impressed with his consistent contributions with both bat and ball, playing a key role in New Zealand’s recent success. His match-winning efforts and all-round abilities earned him recognition among the top performers in world…
Two Arrested in Odisha for Running Fake RTO Challan Clearance Scam
Cuttack, July 20 (UDN): The Commissionerate Police have arrested two youths for allegedly cheating people by promising to clear pending traffic challans at discounted rates through fake social media accounts and issuing forged court receipts as proof of payment. The accused have been identified as Raja Das (29) of Tihidi in Bhadrak district and Rajat Kumar Lenka (26) of Bhadrak Rural area. Police said Raja…