Author: Neel Achary

Balasore,Sept 4 [UDN}: Balasore district is once again facing the threat of flooding as the water levels of the Baitarani, Jalaka and Subarnarekha rivers have reached the danger mark. The rising water levels have triggered fresh concerns among residents and the administration, particularly in low-lying and flood-prone areas situated along the riverbanks. This is the sixth time this year that a flood-like situation has developed…

Cuttack: Sept 4 [UDN}:  In a major step towards strengthening traffic law enforcement and improving road safety, authorities in Cuttack are set to take strict action against people who violate traffic rules. Motorists and other road users who break traffic regulations will no longer find it easy to escape detection, as advanced Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered cameras will monitor traffic movements and automatically identify violations. The…

Bhubaneswar: Sept 4 [UDN}:The admission and enrolment process for IGNOU will continue until the 15th of this month. Candidates belonging to the Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) categories will receive a 50% concession in the admission or enrolment fee. The extension and continuation of the enrolment process are expected to provide an additional opportunity for eligible students who have not yet completed their…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 4 [UDN}:Odisha Lok Bhavan has received Green Building certification, becoming the first Lok Bhavan in the country to be granted such recognition. The prestigious certification was presented by the Chairperson of the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC). This recognition marks an important milestone for Odisha and reflects the state’s growing commitment to environmentally sustainable infrastructure, energy efficiency, and eco-friendly development. With this achievement,…

Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 [UDN}:Students who are aspiring to pursue higher education abroad and avail themselves of financial assistance under the ‘Overseas Education Scholarship’ scheme will now have additional time to submit their applications. The authorities have extended the application period until the 18th, providing eligible and interested students with an opportunity to complete the required formalities and apply for the scholarship within the revised deadline.…

Nabarangpur, Sept 4 [UDN}:  The District Collector attended the inauguration ceremony of the ‘Kamadhenu Cattle Feed Store’ in Nabarangpur town. The newly inaugurated store is expected to provide significant support to local farmers, cattle rearers, dairy farmers, and poultry and duck breeders by making high-quality cattle feed and balanced animal feed readily available at affordable prices. Through this initiative, livestock owners and poultry farmers in…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 4 [UDN}:  Flood-affected farmers whose crops and agricultural activities have suffered losses will be provided with the necessary agricultural input subsidies. Financial assistance for the purchase of seeds will be extended through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT), while subsidies on pesticides will also be provided to help farmers control pests and diseases in crops grown after the floods. In addition, free vegetable mini-kits will…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 4 [UDN}:  IPS officer Jay Narayan Pankaj has officially assumed charge as the new Deputy Inspector General (DIG) of the Southern Range in Berhampur. His appointment marks the beginning of a new administrative and policing chapter for the Southern Range, with the senior police officer taking responsibility for overseeing law and order, crime prevention, and policing operations across the areas under his jurisdiction.…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 4 [UDN}:  The promotion process for Senior Headmasters to the Odisha Education Service (School Branch) [OES (SB)] has reportedly commenced, bringing significant relief and renewed hope among eligible school heads. As part of the process, the concerned authorities have directed eligible Senior Headmasters to submit the required documents within seven days. The Education Department has sought important service-related records, including Performance Appraisal Reports…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 4 [UDN}:  Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo attended the sixth Foundation Day celebration of Rajendra University in Balangir. Addressing the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister extended his best wishes to the university and appreciated its contribution to the fields of education, research and culture. He expressed hope that Rajendra University would continue to play a leading role in these areas…