State-owned steel giant Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL) has delivered one of its strongest monthly performances in recent years, posting record production and double-digit sales growth in August 2026. The Maharatna PSU achieved its highest-ever August output of hot metal, crude steel and saleable steel, while robust domestic demand and improved retail sales helped push overall sales volumes to 1.87 million tonnes. The performance further…
‘Khelo India Dialogue’ Held at L.N. College, Jharsuguda to Promote Sports and Youth Participation
Jharsuguda, Sept 5 [UDN}: A ‘Khelo India Dialogue’ programme was organised by Laxmi Narayan College (L.N. College), Jharsuguda, providing an inspiring platform to connect students and the youth with the vision of building a healthy, capable and empowered India. An inspirational address by Prime Minister Narendra Modi was broadcast during the programme. He encouraged the younger generation to embrace sports, physical fitness, discipline and the…
Get Medical Advice from Doctors Through Your Mobile Phone, Right from the Comfort of Home
Bhubaneswar, Sept 5 [UDN}:There is no longer any need to travel long distances or stand in queues to consult a doctor. Through the national telemedicine service e-Sanjeevani, you can easily consult specialist doctors from the comfort of your home. The service is completely secure and available free of cost.
G. Aruna Expresses Gratitude to Naveen Patnaik and Rabi Narayan Nanda After Taking Charge as Jeypore Town BJD Women’s Wing President
Jeypore, Sept 5 [UDN}: Jeypore Town Biju Janata Dal (BJD) women’s wing president G. Aruna has reacted after being entrusted with her new responsibility. She expressed her gratitude to former Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and former minister Rabi Narayan Nanda for giving her the opportunity to serve the people of Jeypore. She said she would work with dedication to serve the people of Jeypore and…
Raksha Bandhan Celebrated with Joy and Devotion by Sai Gayatri Parivar in Borigumma
Borigumma, Sept 5 [UDN}: More than 30 women from economically weaker sections celebrated Raksha Bandhan by tying rakhi to advocate Lalu Sadangi, the head of the Sai Gayatri Parivar in Borigumma. Advocate Lalu Sadangi said the initiative was undertaken to spread awareness and strengthen the bond between brothers and sisters in society.
Athagarh NAC Earns Best NAC Honour for Outstanding Performance and Development Initiatives
Athagarh , Sept 5 [UDN}: Athagarh Notified Area Council (NAC) has been selected as the best urban local body by the Odisha Government for leading in increasing revenue through its own sources. As a recognition of this achievement, Athagarh NAC will receive a cash award of ₹1 crore from the state government. The State-level Local Self-Government Day celebration, organised by the Housing and Urban Development…
Fifth Instalment of ‘Subhadra’ Scheme Disbursed in Balangir; 90,862 Women Achieve Lakhpati Didi Status
Balangir: Sept 5 [UDN}:A district-level programme was organised at the auditorium of Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital for the disbursement of the fifth instalment under the ‘Subhadra’ scheme. Health Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling attended the programme as the chief guest. Lok Sabha MP Sangeeta Kumari Singh Deo, District Planning Board Chairman and Kantabanji MLA Laxman Bag, and District Collector Gaurav Shivaji Isalwar were among…
Global dialogue shapes unified digital policy priorities
Opinions on key telecom and tech issues help set the stage for ITU’s Plenipotentiary Conference Nassau, The Bahamas, 4 September 2026 – Representatives of governments, industry, academia, civil society and the technical community at the World Telecommunication/ICT Policy Forum 2026 (WTPF-26) today adopted a set of Opinions on critical issues shaping the digital future. ITU – the UN agency for digital technologies – organized the three-day Forum…
Chief Minister to Hold High-Level Review Meeting at Police Bhawan to Assess State Security
Bhubaneswar, Sept 5 [UDN}:A meeting will be held at Police Bhawan under the chairmanship of the Chief Minister. The Chief Minister will discuss the state’s law-and-order situation and the current security arrangements with senior police officials. The meeting will review the implementation and progress of tasks assigned during the recently held conference of DGs, DIGs and IGs. The Chief Secretary, DGP and other senior officials…
Heart-Touching Raksha Bandhan Incident at PM SHRI Government High School in Jeypore Leaves Everyone Moved
Jeypore , Sept 5 [UDN}:A remarkable and heart-touching incident that took place at PM SHRI Government High School, Jeypore, on the occasion of Raksha Bandhan deeply touched my heart. From Chanapadar village, located on a hill about 7 km away from the school, Lalita Jani came to the school carrying a puja thali, sweets and rakhi, with immense affection for her brothers in her heart.…