Balangir,Sept 7 [UDN}:: Handloom and handicrafts are the soul of our cultural heritage, and weavers and artisans are the bearers of our rich traditions. The government is committed to improving their livelihoods, strengthening the rural economy and preserving the state’s rich heritage. Emphasising the promotion and wider use of indigenous products, the departmental minister appealed to people to use handloom products as much as possible.…
Teacher Baban Singh Receives First Aid Certificate in Jharsuguda, Recognised for Developing Essential Emergency Response and Safety Skills
Jharsuguda, Sept 7 [UDN}:): Baban Singh, a teacher and renowned social worker, has received a First Aid Service Certificate in recognition of his remarkable contribution to first aid and public service. He has been engaged in selfless social service for the past 35 years and has received several honours from various organisations. According to sources from Brajrajnagar, the certificate was presented to Baban Singh, a…
Cyclonic Circulation Likely Over North Odisha, Rain Activity to Intensify From Sept 9
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): Odisha is likely to witness a fresh spell of enhanced rainfall from September 9 as a cyclonic circulation is expected to develop over north Odisha on September 8, according to meteorological scientist Dr Sarat Sahu. Representational Image The system is currently unlikely to intensify into a low-pressure area. However, its influence could bring widespread rainfall to several parts of the state,…
Education Department Review Meeting Held in Nabarangpur to Assess Academic Progress and Strengthen the Quality of Education Across the District
Nabarangpur, Sept 7 [UDN}: A review meeting of the Education Department was held today under the chairmanship of Nabarangpur District Collector Dr Maheshwar Swain. The meeting was attended by Nabarangpur District Development Officer Shri Biranchi Narayan Darwan, PA ITDA Shri Rajib Lochan Sahu, District Education Officer Shri Chhatrapati Sahu, Additional District Education Officers Shri Srikanta Jani and Smt Supriya Nayak, Additional District Welfare Officer Shri…
District-Level Fifth Instalment of the ‘Subhadra’ Scheme Disbursed in Jharsuguda, Bringing Financial Support and Empowerment to Eligible Women Beneficiaries
JharsugudaSept 7 [UDN}:A grand district-level programme was organised at the MCL Auditorium in Beheramal for the disbursement of the fifth instalment under the Odisha Government’s ambitious and transformative ‘Subhadra’ Scheme. The programme was organised on the auspicious occasion of Raksha Purnima, during which a total of Rs 65 crore, 11 lakh and 20 thousand was directly transferred to the bank accounts of 1,30,224 eligible women…
On National Sports Day, Director General of Police Shri Binaytosh Mishra Felicitates Outstanding Athletes at Special Ceremony Held at DGP Camp Office in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Sept 7 [UDN}:On the occasion of National Sports Day, Director General of Police Shri Binaytosh Mishra felicitated outstanding athletes at a felicitation ceremony organised at the DGP Camp Office in Bhubaneswar. These athletes of Odisha Police have brought glory to the State and the Odisha Police by achieving remarkable success in national-level kayaking and canoeing competitions.
Six-Day Self-Defence Training Camp Organised at Kotpad College to Empower Girl Students with Essential Safety and Personal Protection Skills
Kotpad ,Sept 7 [UDN}:A six-day self-defence training camp for girl students was organised at Kotpad College by the Shaktishree Cell with financial assistance from the Higher Education Department of the Government of Odisha. The programme aimed to equip girl students with practical self-defence skills and boost their confidence. The Principal of the college inaugurated the programme and highlighted the importance of self-defence in the lives…
Tying Rakhi to Trees: Celebrating a Sacred Bond of Friendship with Nature and Renewing Our Commitment to Environmental Protection
Umerkote,Sept 7 [UDN}: With rakhis in their hands and love, affection and reverence for nature in their hearts, women and young girls have turned towards the forest with a pledge to protect trees. Trees provide oxygen and shade and help maintain the ecological balance. Taking an oath to protect them, the women tied sacred threads of protection around the trees. Women and young girls from…
Odisha’s Maithili Earns National Recognition After Being Featured in Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s Popular Radio Programme ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Bhubaneswar, Sept 7 [UDN}:Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised Odisha’s Maithili Bhue during his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme. Maithili Bhue has been working towards forest conservation in the Debrigarh region while also collecting kendu leaves and honey. Her efforts have inspired and involved nearly 60 women, who are now participating in this initiative. Through their collective work, the women are contributing to both livelihood generation and…
Bhubaneswar-Daspalla Train Transforms Into Moving Literary Hub With Books, Poetry
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): An ordinary train journey turned into a lively celebration of books and literature on Sunday as around 100 readers and writers travelled aboard Train No. 68429 Bhubaneswar-Daspalla MEMU under the Rail Reading Campaign “Gift A Book”. The initiative was organised by East Coast Railway (ECoR) in association with Walking Book Fairs, Bhubaneswar, to promote reading and take literature beyond conventional spaces…