Nabarangpur, Sept 16 [UDN}:The much-awaited Junagarh–Nabarangpur railway project continues to face delays, with the land acquisition process moving at different speeds in the two districts. While the process has progressed significantly in Nabarangpur district, it remains stuck at an earlier stage in Kalahandi, raising concerns among residents awaiting the long-promised railway connectivity. The proposed railway line will stretch 116.21 km from Junagarh Road in Kalahandi…
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati Visits Sambalpur for Official Engagements and Interaction with Local Stakeholders
Sambalpur , Sept 16 [UDN}:Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati is on a visit to Sambalpur, where he offered prayers and sought the blessings of Maa Samaleswari at the historic Samaleswari Temple. During his Sambalpur visit, the Governor paid obeisance to Maa Samaleswari and took part in the religious proceedings at the revered shrine. His visit to the temple holds significance as the Samaleswari Temple…
University of Houston Awarded $1.26M NIH Grant to Outsmart Superbugs
HOUSTON, Sept. 16 — Two University of Houston chemists are guiding the future discovery of treatments against antibiotic-resistant bacteria by studying how microscopic molecular “machines” inside cells use energy and change shape to build proteins. Backed by a four-year, $1.26 million grant from the National Institutes of Health, chemistry professors Yuhong Wang and Shoujun Xu will combine artificial intelligence and advanced physical measurement techniques to…
Urban Development Initiatives in Odisha Aim to Improve Quality of Life by Strengthening Civic Infrastructure and Essential Public Services
Bhubaneswar, Sept 16 [UDN}:With the objective of making urban life more convenient, comfortable and progressive, various developmental initiatives are being undertaken across municipal areas of Odisha under the Mukhyamantri Sahari Bikash Yojana (Chief Minister’s Urban Development Scheme). The scheme focuses on addressing the everyday needs of urban residents and strengthening basic civic infrastructure. As part of these efforts, several projects are being implemented to improve…
Ekta Conducts Awareness Programme on PWWIS Health Issues and Solutions at +2 Science College in Machhaput, Dasmantpur
Bhubaneswar, Sept 16 [UDN}:Ekta conducted an awareness program on PWWIS health issues and its solutions at the +2 Science College in Machhaput, Dasmantpur. The event was a great success, thanks to the active participation and support of all the college students and the lecturers. Discussions on mental health, covering mental illness, its causes, symptoms, and treatment options with special highlight on the Tele-MANAS helpline-14416 and…
Odisha Investment Summit, UAE 2026 Opens New Doors for Massive Investment, Strengthening State’s Global Business Outreach
Bhubaneswar, Sept 16 [UDN}:The Odisha Investors’ Summit, UAE 2026 has opened up significant opportunities for investment in the state, further strengthening Odisha’s position as an emerging global investment destination. Driven by the people-centric government’s investor-friendly policies, industrial cooperation and conducive business environment, as many as 14 new proposed projects have emerged, carrying an estimated investment potential of more than ₹2.10 lakh crore. The proposed investments…
Nayagarh Launches Second Senior Pilgrimage Scheme with 119 Pilgrims Embarking on Ayodhya–Varanasi Spiritual Journey
Nayagarh , Sept 16 [UDN}: The Nayagarh district administration and the District Tourism Department on Thursday, September 10, launched the second phase of the Senior Pilgrimage Scheme to facilitate pilgrimage for elderly residents of the district. The inaugural programme was presided over by District Tourism Development Officer Satyabhama Behera. Puri MP Dr. Sambit Patra attended the event as the chief guest and formally flagged off…
Joint Field Inspection Conducted at Balimela Reservoir Near Bisoyiguda to Assess Water Sustainability for Piped Drinking Water Supply
Balimela, Sept 16 [UDN}:A joint field inspection was carried out by the Superintending Engineer, Earth Dam Division, Chitrakonda, alongside the Executive Engineer, RWSS, to evaluate the water sustainability of the Balimela Reservoir near Bisoyiguda village. This joint assessment is a key step toward securing necessary water allocation permissions from the Department of Water Resources (DoWR), ensuring dependable and sustainable piped drinking water supply for local…
Three Teachers from Borigumma Honoured with State-Level ‘Sarvapalli Guru Samman-2026’ for Outstanding Contribution to Education
Borigumma: Sept 16 [UDN}:Three dedicated teachers from the Borigumma area — Mrs. Basanti Dash, Mr. Manoj Kumar Bishoi and Mr. Santosh Kumar Nayak — have brought pride to the region by receiving the prestigious state-level ‘Sarvapalli Guru Samman-2026’ in recognition of their sincere commitment, dedicated service and notable contributions to the field of education. The three educators were honoured at a special felicitation ceremony organised…
Maa Mauli Gives Sacred Permission for Kotpad Dussehra Celebrations, Marking Auspicious Beginning of Traditional Festivities
Kotpad, Sept 16 [UDN}:The traditional Dussehra celebrations in Kotpad received a religious and ceremonial beginning with the arrival of the Agyamala (sacred garland/blessing) from the presiding deity, Maa Mauli. The Agyamala was received at the Maa Mauli temple in Kotpad in connection with this year’s Sharadiya Dussehra Puja. The sacred ritual marks an important step toward the preparations for the annual festival, which is expected…