New Delhi: Food prices have remained stable despite a rainfall deficit in several parts of the country, according to a recent report. The report said adequate buffer stocks, smooth supply chains, and timely market interventions have helped maintain price stability in essential commodities. While uneven monsoon rainfall has raised concerns in some regions, there has been no significant disruption in overall food availability. Officials added…
Four Exams Per Year for Odisha Students from Class 3 to 8
Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): The school education system in Odisha is set to undergo a significant change, with students from Classes 3 to 8 expected to appear for four examinations in a year under a new academic evaluation framework. According to recent updates, the reform aims to make the assessment process more continuous and comprehensive, shifting away from reliance on a single or limited set…
Workers survive night on tree after flash floods in Chhattisgarh, rescued safely
July 6 (UDN): Fourteen construction workers survived a night stranded on a tree after flash floods in the Bagnai River swept away their temporary shelters in Bijaypal village, near the Chhattisgarh–Odisha border. The incident occurred when heavy rainfall caused a sudden rise in river water levels at a construction site, leaving the workers without safe ground-level shelter. In a desperate move to save themselves, they…
PM Modi Embarks on Three-Nation Visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand
New Delhi, July 6: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday said his upcoming visit to Indonesia, Australia and New Zealand will strengthen India’s Act East Policy, MAHASAGAR Vision, and commitment to a free, open and inclusive Indo-Pacific. In his departure statement ahead of the visit from July 6 to July 11, the Prime Minister said the tour will further deepen India’s bilateral relations with all…
Free Bus Travel Scheme in Tamil Nadu May Be Expanded to Cover 28 Lakh More Women
Chennai, July 6: The Tamil Nadu government is reviewing plans to expand its free bus travel scheme for women, with an estimated 28 lakh additional beneficiaries expected to be included if the proposed extension is implemented. The initiative, which currently provides free travel for women across state-run buses, is being assessed for broader coverage to enhance mobility, improve access to employment and education, and reduce…
OP Jindal Global University Hosts Third India–Japan Higher Education Forum 2026 in Tokyo
Tokyo, July 6 (UDN): OP Jindal Global University successfully hosted the Third India–Japan Higher Education Forum 2026 in Tokyo, bringing together eminent academics, policymakers, and representatives from leading institutions of higher education from both countries. The forum served as a platform to strengthen academic cooperation between India and Japan, with discussions centred on expanding joint research initiatives, enhancing student and faculty exchange programmes, and deepening…
Chief Minister reviews final preparations for Rath Yatra in Puri
Puri, July 6 (UDN): Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi is in Puri to oversee preparations for the upcoming Rath Yatra, as a special high-level review meeting is underway at the Puri Municipality Office. The meeting, chaired by the Chief Minister, focuses on the final coordination and readiness of various departments ahead of the annual festival. Officials described it as the concluding review meeting for Rath…
Rain Havoc in Maharashtra; Mumbai Advises Work From Home Amid Disruptions
Mumbai, July 6: Heavy rainfall continued to affect Mumbai and several parts of Maharashtra on Monday, leading to widespread disruption in transport, traffic movement, and daily routines across the region. In view of waterlogging, slow traffic, and challenging commuting conditions, authorities have advised private offices in Mumbai to allow employees to work from home wherever feasible, in order to reduce congestion and ensure public safety.…
Pranadhara Children’s Hospital & Nyra Fertility Inaugurated in Hyderabad
Hyderabad, July 6: A significant milestone in healthcare was marked today with the grand inauguration of Pranadhara Children’s Hospital & Nyra Fertility at Chintal, Hyderabad, dedicated to providing specialized pediatric and fertility care to families in Hyderabad and surrounding areas. The facility was formally inaugurated by Dr. Preeti Reddy, who graced the occasion as Chief Guest and appreciated the vision behind establishing a dedicated…
Heavy Rain Lashes Western Odisha; Sonepur Records 328.4 mm Rainfall
Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): Several parts of Western Odisha continued to experience extremely heavy rainfall under the influence of a cyclonic depression, with Sonepur district recording the highest rainfall in the state over the past 24 hours. According to data from the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Sonepur station received a massive 328.4 mm of rainfall, marking the most intense downpour in the region. Other stations…