Bhubaneswar, Sept 15 [UDN}:At the RPDAC meeting of MCL in Angul district, discussions were held on various public issues, including land acquisition, fair compensation for displaced families, rehabilitation and resettlement, and proper management of rehabilitation colonies. Former Union Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan attended the meeting. He said MCL has been directed to prepare a comprehensive “Master Plan” for the sustainable development of mining…
All-New MG Hector TOMAHWK Electric Vehicle Now Available at St. L MG Car Showroom in Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Sept 15 [UDN}:The all-new MG Hector TOMAHWK electric vehicle (EV) car is now available at the St. L MG Car Showroom located in Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar. The latest electric vehicle has been introduced for customers looking for a modern, stylish, and environmentally friendly driving experience. The new EV combines contemporary design with advanced technology and is expected to attract considerable interest among automobile enthusiasts and…
Nuakhai 2026: Western Odisha celebrates harvest festival as Sambalpur gears up for Maa Samaleswari’s Nabanna ritual
Sambalpur, Sept. 15 (UDN): The spirit of Nuakhai has enveloped western Odisha as thousands of families celebrate the region’s biggest agrarian festival on Tuesday. In Sambalpur, devotees and temple authorities have completed elaborate preparations for the sacred Nabanna offering to Maa Samaleswari, the presiding deity of the city. Representational Image The ceremonial offering of the season’s first harvested rice will be performed during the auspicious…
Koraput Police Launch Vigorous Anti-Cannabis Drive in Lamtaput, Once Known for Illegal Cultivation and Transportation of the ‘Green Poison’
Lamtaput ,Sept 15 [UDN}: Koraput district’s Lamtaput Block was once widely known for the cultivation and illegal transportation of cannabis. However, the Koraput Police have now launched a vigorous campaign to make the region free from the menace of the illegal “green poison.” Under the leadership of Koraput Superintendent of Police Rohit Verma, the Machhkund Police have identified areas where cannabis cultivation is suspected to…
Koraput Collector Reviews Educational Institutions and Ongoing Development Projects During Field Visit to Nandapur, Emphasising Quality Education and Timely Completion of Works
NandapurSept 15 [UDN}:: Koraput District Collector Manoj Satyawan Mahajan visited Nandapur block on Wednesday and reviewed various educational institutions, development initiatives and ongoing construction projects across the block. During his visit, the Collector inspected the NEIFER solar projects in Julagir, Paduwa and Chatuwa panchayats, the Anganwadi Centre and Panchayat office at Kulabir, educational institutions, several ongoing construction projects, shade plantation activities being undertaken for coffee…
DIET Koraput Selected for Second Prize Under Chief Minister’s Education Awards, Recognising Excellence in Teacher Training and Educational Development
Jeypore: Sept 15 [UDN}:Koraput district has received yet another piece of encouraging news in the field of education. The District Institute of Education and Training (DIET), Koraput, has been selected for the Second Prize under the Hon’ble Chief Minister’s Education Awards. The recognition is being viewed as an acknowledgement of the institution’s commitment to excellence in education, innovation and quality teaching and learning. The achievement…
BJP Girma Mandal Zone-2 Meeting Held at Kotpad Party Office with MLA Rupu Bhatra and Senior Leaders in Attendance
Kotpad ,Sept 15 [UDN}: A meeting of the Girma Mandal was held today at the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) office in Kotpad. The meeting was attended by Kotpad MLA Shri Rupu Bhatra, Shri Binayak Acharya, Shri Rameshwar Jena, Mandal President Shri Surendra Gadaba, along with all the members of the committee. During the meeting, the leaders and committee members discussed various organisational matters and reviewed…
From Fighter Jet to Passenger Plane: Abhinandan Varthaman Embarks on a New Chapter, Transitioning from Military Aviation to Commercial Flying
Bhubaneswar, Sept 15 [UDN}:Once a fighter pilot who challenged the enemy in the skies, Wing Commander Abhinandan Varthaman has now embarked on a new journey. After nearly two decades of service in the Indian Air Force, the recipient of the Vir Chakra has chosen a new career path and is set to fly passenger aircraft. Abhinandan’s journey now takes him from the cockpit of a…
Emotional Farewell to Headmaster Marked by Music, Dance and a Grand 7-Km Procession, Creating a Memorable Tribute to His Years of Dedicated Service
Nandapur,Sept 15 [UDN}:: In a heartwarming farewell, villagers, parents and school authorities bid an emotional farewell to Pitambar Nayak, the headmaster of Kumbhiguda Primary School under Kularsingh Gram Panchayat in Nandapur block of Koraput district, on his retirement. The farewell ceremony was marked by traditional music, dancing and singing, reflecting the deep affection and respect the villagers and students had for the retiring teacher. A…
Chief Minister Bus Service Now Connects Baripada with PRM Medical College & Hospital, Improving Affordable Public Transport and Healthcare Access
Baripad, Sept 15 [UDN}:A convenient public transport facility has been introduced for the residents of Baripada, with the Chief Minister Bus Service now operating to PRM Medical College and Hospital. The bus operates on the route: Baleswar Golai → Murgabadi → Bus Stand → PRM Medical College & Hospital The service makes five trips to the hospital every day, providing greater convenience for patients, their…