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…
Indravati Reservoir Water Level Continues to Rise as Authorities Likely to Open Gates and Issue Warning to People in Downstream Areas
Nabarangpur , Sept 4 [UDN}:The authorities of the Indravati Irrigation Project have decided to keep a close watch on the rapidly rising water level in the Indravati Reservoir and initiate preparations for opening the reservoir gates if necessary. The project administration has informed the Nabarangpur district administration about the situation, following which officials have begun issuing warnings through loudspeakers in low-lying areas. The district administration…
Building a Healthy and Developed India: Understanding Whether the “Drug-Free” Campaign Includes Addictive Substances in Liquid Form
Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 [UDN}:The slogan “Drug-Free” is undoubtedly timely and highly relevant. It can make a significant contribution towards building a healthy society and a developed India. But does the term “drug” refer only to solid and gaseous substances, or does it include liquid substances as well? If liquid intoxicants are included, then alcohol—which is one of the most widely consumed intoxicating substances—should also come…
Over Rs 54 Lakh Collected from Maa Majhighariani Temple Hundi in Rayagada as Devotees Make Generous Offerings
Rayagada , Sept 4 [UDN}:The counting of donations deposited in the hundis of the famous Maa Majhighariani Temple in Rayagada has been completed, with more than ₹54 lakh in cash collected. On Monday, nine hundis of the temple were opened and the donated money was counted under tight security at the Rayagada Main Branch of Union Bank. After the counting process was completed, a total…
Heavy Rainfall Expected Across Odisha in September as Changing Weather Conditions Raise Concerns Over Widespread Downpours
Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 [UDN}:The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding the possibility of heavy to very heavy rainfall across several states during September. The weather department has cautioned that intense rainfall could lead to flooding, waterlogging and disruption of normal life in vulnerable areas. Authorities have been advised to remain alert and take necessary precautionary measures to deal with any emerging situation.…
Farewell Felicitation Ceremony Held to Honour Seven Retired Police Personnel for Their Dedicated and Valuable Service
Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 [UDN}:The Commissionerate Police family organised a farewell felicitation ceremony to honour seven police personnel who have retired from service. The retired personnel felicitated on the occasion were: OPS (SAG), DCP – Shri Surendra Nath Murmu Sub-Inspector (SI) – Shri Raghav Chandra Samal Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) – Shri Surendra Kumar Swain Constable – Shri Kamal Lochan Jena Constable – Shri Prashant Kumar Khuntia…
Heavy Rainfall Continues Across Several Parts of Odisha as a Low-Pressure System Triggers Widespread Wet Weather Conditions
Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 [UDN}:A well-marked low-pressure area formed over the Bay of Bengal continues to remain active near Gangetic West Bengal and adjoining northern coastal Odisha, triggering widespread rainfall across the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for Sundargarh and Keonjhar today, forecasting extremely heavy rainfall in these districts. Meanwhile: 6 districts have been placed under an Orange Warning for…
Legal Awareness Camp Successfully Held at Penduni College in Umerkote to Educate Students About Their Rights and Legal Responsibilities
Umerkote ,Sept 4 [UDN}: A legal awareness camp was organized at the premises of Penduni College, Umerkote, with discussions focusing on important legal issues concerning children, women, and sexual harassment of working women. The programme was organized under the direction of the college principal, Dr. Anil Mishra, and under the direct supervision of coordinator and lecturer Surabhi Dash. Senior advocate Srinivas Patnaik attended the camp…
Odisha Police IPS Association Holds Condolence Meeting to Pay Heartfelt Tribute and Respect to the Departed Soul
Bhubaneswar, Sept 4 [UDN}:The Odisha Police IPS Association organised a condolence meeting at Police Bhawan in Bhubaneswar following the untimely demise of senior IPS officer and IG (Crime Branch) Sefin Ahmed K. The condolence meeting was chaired by DGP Binayatosh Mishra, where officers paid tribute to the departed officer, recalled his contributions and prayed for the eternal peace of his soul. The officers described Sefin…
Nabarangpur District Collector Pays Heartfelt Tribute to Former Minister Dammaru Majhi, Remembering His Contributions to Public Service
Nabarangpur,Sept 4 [UDN}: Nabarangpur District Collector Dr. Maheswar Swain today visited the family of former minister Late Dammaru Majhi and paid floral tribute to his portrait. The Collector was absent from yesterday’s condolence programme as he was in Bhubaneswar. During today’s tribute, he told the family that Dammaru Majhi was a rare politician who rose above politics and remained deeply concerned about the educational development…