Author: Neel Achary

Kendrapara, July 6 (UDN): Continuous monsoon rains have inundated several roads in Odisha’s Kendrapara district, with Ali block emerging as one of the worst-affected areas as overflowing rainwater has severely disrupted transportation and daily life. Representational image Torrential rainfall over the past few days has caused water to flow over several village roads, making them impassable and cutting off connectivity to a number of low-lying…

July 6: Fifteen India-bound ships carrying fertilisers have safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz, easing concerns over supply disruptions and improving domestic availability. The vessels were part of shipments earlier delayed due to geopolitical tensions in West Asia. Their safe passage is expected to strengthen fertiliser stocks in India ahead of key agricultural demand periods. Officials said the movement of ships, along with steady domestic…

Bhubaneswar, July 6 ((UDN): More than 20 lakh names have been omitted from Odisha’s draft electoral roll following the completion of the first phase of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR), resulting in a significant reduction in the state’s electorate ahead of the publication of the final voter list. The draft electoral roll, released on Sunday, shows the total number of electors has declined from 3,33,99,591 in…

Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): Odisha has strengthened its position as an emerging green energy hub following a landmark international agreement between India’s ACME Green Molecules Business and Japan’s Mitsubishi Gas Chemical Company (MGC). Under the long-term deal, valued at approximately USD 1 billion, ACME will supply clean energy-based molecules to MGC, marking a major step forward in global collaboration on sustainable fuels. The agreement underscores growing…

Sambalpur, July 6 (UDN): Heavy and continuous rainfall has disrupted normal life in Sambalpur, with a tragic incident reported from behind the City Railway Station, where two youths were swept away by a sudden surge of water in a local nullah on Monday. According to reports, the two youths were near the drain when they were caught off guard by a strong current triggered by heavy…

Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): The Odisha Government has intensified flood monitoring measures as water levels continue to rise in the Mahanadi, Bansadhara and Baitarani rivers following incessant rainfall across the state and heavy inflows from upstream catchment areas. Representational image The situation is particularly critical in the Mahanadi basin, where the Hirakud Dam has recorded a sharp increase in inflow over the past 24 hours…

Cuttack, July 6 (UDN): A tragic incident occurred at the Naraj old river embankment in Cuttack on Sunday evening when three youths were swept away by a strong river current while bathing. One youth is currently missing, while two others were rescued safely. According to reports, the group had gone to the riverbank for bathing when they were reportedly taking selfies. During this time, a sudden…

New Delhi, July 6: Global crude oil prices declined by up to 1 per cent in early trade after OPEC+ members agreed to increase production targets for August, adding fresh supply expectations to an already cautious market. The decision by the oil-producing alliance has eased supply concerns, leading to a softening of benchmark crude prices as traders reacted to the prospect of higher output in…

Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): The resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Jagmohan Meena has drawn significant attention, making him one of the latest young Indian Police Service (IPS) officers to step away from the force in recent years. A 2013-batch IPS officer of the Odisha cadre, Meena has submitted his resignation to the Odisha Government, citing personal reasons. While the government is yet…