Delhi, Sept 5 [UDN}: India has sent the fifth phase of humanitarian assistance to Nepal for people affected by devastating floods. The fifth Indian aircraft carried an 11-member specialist rescue team, specialised rescue equipment, and 5.5 tonnes of essential medicines.External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar informed about the latest assistance, which has taken India’s total relief supplies sent to Nepal to 68.5 tonnes.The assistance aims to…
Government Ropes in Rural Postal Workers to Support Farmers in Registration and Farmer ID Generation
Bhubaneswar, Sept 5 [UDN}:The Odisha Government’s Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Empowerment has signed six Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with the Odisha Postal Circle, ICRISAT, and the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) to bring improvements in digital agriculture, improved seeds, climate resilience, and nutrition.Under the agreement with the Postal Department, Gramin Dak Sevaks (GDS) will reach farmers in villages and assist them with services such…
Orientation Programme Held for ‘Super 100’ Students to Kick-start Their Journey Towards Academic Excellence
Nabarangpur,Sept 4 [UDN}:: A one-day orientation programme for Class 10 students was organised at Dabugam Government (New) Panchayat High School in Nabarangpur district under the ‘Super 100’ initiative, aimed at improving the quality of education and helping students achieve better results in the Class 10 annual examinations. The programme was held under the chairmanship of District Education Officer (DEO) Chhatrapati Sahu. On his arrival at…
Gas Leak Sparks Fire at MKCG Medical College Nursing Hostel, No Injuries Reported
Brahmapur, Sept 4 (UDN): A fire triggered by a suspected gas leak broke out at the boys’ hostel of the Nursing College inside the MKCG Medical College and Hospital campus in Brahmapur on Friday, prompting a swift emergency response and raising fresh concerns over fire safety at the institution. According to preliminary information, the incident occurred in the hostel kitchen on the ground floor, where…
Second Point S campus to help workshops manage growth in a changing automotive industry
For the second consecutive year, Point S welcomes young automotive leaders from nine countries to France. • Building on the success of the inaugural programme, the campus continues to prepare the next generation of family business leaders for a rapidly evolving automotive industry. • This year’s programme focuses on managing growth across people, teams, and business performance. Sept 04: Independent tyre dealers and mechanical workshops…
When Architecture Becomes Furniture: Yuvraj Vohra Launches Villaro Design Studio in MG Road, Delhi
Sep 04: Furniture designer Yuvraj Vohra has unveiled the new Villaro Design Studio on MG Road, Delhi, introducing a furniture brand shaped by an architectural way of thinking. Trained in architecture, Vohra approaches furniture not as standalone objects but as elements that influence how a space is experienced. His transition from designing buildings and interiors to designing furniture stems from a belief that furniture plays a defining…
Biryani Under Food Safety Lens in Odisha as Concerns Grow Over Artificial Colours
Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 (UDN): Biryani has emerged as one of Odisha’s most popular and affordable meals, with eateries and fast-food outlets across Bhubaneswar, Cuttack and other parts of the state serving the dish in large numbers. However, growing concerns over the use of artificial food colours and the quality of ingredients have put the popular dish under the food safety spotlight. Representational Image The issue…
AssisTech Foundation Announces 6th Edition of ATF Awards 2026, Calls on India’s Assistive Technology Innovators to Participate
Bengaluru, Sep 04: AssisTech Foundation, India’s pioneering Assistive Technology ecosystem enabler, today announced the 6th Edition of the ATF Awards 2026, inviting Assistive Technology startups, government institutions, corporates, investors, educational institutions and NGOs to participate and showcase innovations and initiatives driving greater inclusion for Persons with Disabilities. Applications for the awards are now open and will close on 21st September 2026, and the winners will…
Lower Tariffs Could Help India Bring More Businesses Into Global Export Market: Report
New Delhi, Sep 4: Lower tariffs and easier access to overseas markets could help India expand its exporter base and bring more small and mid-sized businesses into global trade, according to a report. The report highlights a gap in India’s export ecosystem, where a relatively small group of large companies accounts for a significant share of overseas shipments, while many smaller and mid-sized firms have…
A Taste of Bangkok Comes to Kolkata with Yauatcha’s Nara Thai Takeover
Kolkata, Sep 04: This September, Kolkata is getting a taste of Bangkok as Yauatcha Kolkata hosts the three–day Nara Thai Takeover at Yauatcha Kolkata, bringing the vibrant spirit of Thai cooking to the city. Known for its lively interplay of flavours, Thai cuisine is all about finding harmony in contrasts. The Nara Thai experience brings this very spirit to the table, with a specially curated menu…