Bargarh: Sept 1 [UDN}:In a heartening gesture of support for meritorious students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, the charitable organisation FEED Trust of Bargarh has extended financial assistance to a young student who has successfully qualified for the National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET). Smita Rani Bag, a meritorious student from Karimunda village under Gaisilet Block in Bargarh district, has secured success in the NEET examination…
Coastal Odisha Faces Severe Flooding, but Standing Crops Remain Safe from Major Damage, Says Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo
Bhubaneswar, Sept 1 [UDN}:Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture & Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo has made a strong statement regarding the demand for agricultural loan waivers in the flood-affected coastal districts. He said that agricultural activities had not even started in coastal Odisha when the floods occurred. Since cultivation had not commenced, he argued that there was no crop loss that would warrant…
Happy Cultures Adds a Dubai Kunafa Twist to the Protein Category with Its Latest Launch
Aug, 31: Indian health and wellness company Happy Cultures has launched Dubai Kunafa Yeast Protein, bringing the popular Dubai Kunafa flavour profile to the growing protein category. Priced at an MRP of INR 2,199, the new product combines Happy Cultures’ yeast protein with real pistachios, offering a more indulgent take on everyday protein consumption. Each serving delivers 24g of complete yeast protein with a PDCAAS score of 1, indicating a high-quality protein source…
OPSC Recruitment 2026: 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor Vacancies Announced; Check Eligibility, Pay Scale and Exam Date
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 31 (UDN): The Odisha Public Service Commission (OPSC) has opened the recruitment process for 172 Assistant Public Prosecutor (APP) positions under the Odisha State Prosecution Service in the Home Department. Representational Image Interested and eligible law graduates can submit their applications through the commission’s official portal from August 28 to September 28, 2026, until 5 pm. The recruitment offers candidates an opportunity to…
No Smartphone, No Internet: PhonePe Takes UPI to India’s Feature Phone Users
New Delhi, Aug 31: Digital payments are moving beyond the smartphone era as PhonePe has introduced UPI 123Pay for feature phones, allowing users to make UPI transactions without requiring mobile internet. The service is aimed at expanding access to digital payments among India’s large feature-phone user base, particularly people in rural and semi-urban areas where smartphone ownership or reliable internet connectivity may still be limited.…
PaySprint Launches SprintPGx: India’s Most Intelligent Multi-Gateway Payment Platform
New Delhi, 31st August 2026: PaySprint Private Limited, one of India’s fastest-growing B2B Banking FinTech and RegTech infrastructure companies, today announced the launch of SprintPGx, an intelligent Multi-PG (Multi Payment Gateway) platform purpose-built for Indian enterprises. SprintPGx eliminates one of the most persistent and costly pain points in digital commerce: payment failures. By connecting businesses to 10+ payment gateways simultaneously through a single integration and…
Odisha T20 League CM Trophy Returns; Six Teams to Battle for Glory at Barabati Stadium
Cuttack, Aug. 31 (UDN): The Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) has announced the return of the Odisha T20 League CM Trophy, with six franchise teams set to compete in the second edition of the tournament at the iconic Barabati Stadium from September 20 to 29. The 10-day competition will feature 17 matches, providing a major platform for emerging cricketers from across the state to showcase their…
India’s Toll Revenue Eyes 12 pc Growth in FY28 on Higher Rates, Steady Traffic
New Delhi, Aug 31: India’s toll collection revenue is projected to grow by up to 12 per cent in FY28, supported by periodic toll-rate revisions and resilient traffic movement, according to an industry report. The expected growth underlines the continued expansion of India’s road infrastructure network and steady movement of passengers and goods across national highways and expressways. Higher toll rates are expected to provide…
MMDR Amendment Bill Sparks Political Debate Over Odisha’s Mining Revenue and State Powers
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 31 (UDN): The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026 has triggered a fresh political debate in Odisha, with concerns being raised over its potential impact on the state’s mining revenue and powers to levy mineral-related charges. The issue has intensified after the Opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) questioned the financial implications of the amended law, while the ruling Bharatiya Janata…
Odisha Summative-I Exams for Shishu Vatika-III to Class VIII Scheduled in Fourth Week of September
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 31 (UDN): The Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) has announced that the Summative Assessment-I for students from Shishu Vatika-III to Class VIII will be conducted in the fourth week of September 2026 across all government and government-aided schools in the state. The authority has directed all District Education Officers (DEOs) and District Project Coordinators (DPCs) to complete the examination within the stipulated…