Pune| Aug 28: Since 2020, United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) has been steadily building a stronger, more resilient rural Maharashtra, evolving from water security interventions to a holistic Rural Rising approach. Over six years (FY 2020–21 onwards), with the support of CSR partners and Zilla Parishad, Pune, UWBe has expanded its work across water conservation, ecological restoration, education, clean energy and livelihoods, reaching nearly…
International Dog Day: Celebrities Who Are Proud Parents to Their Adorable Fur Babies
The special day is here, when you spoil your four-legged friends with extra love, pamper and cuddles, because the day celebrates them! It’s International Dog Day, and here’s looking at some of the adorable four-legged friends who live with our beloved celebrities. *Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna:* Akshay Kumar and Twinkle Khanna are pet parents to Mr Jeeves, who often likes to go on a…
Sangam Collaborative launches in India – a new philanthropic model to support development progress
New Delhi, August 27, 2026: The Sangam Collaborative was launched today to support long-term improvements in health, education and nutrition outcomes across five national priority states—Jharkhand, Assam, Chhattisgarh, Odisha and Bihar—where an estimated 70 million people experience multidimensional poverty. The Collaborative, anchored by Indian leadership and strengthened by global expertise, brings together Piramal Foundation, Gates Foundation, A.T.E. Chandra Foundation, Dhanam Foundation, Surgo Foundation, and Children’s Investment Fund Foundation. The Collaborative will work alongside government to strengthen public systems and improve the quality,…
Nabarangpur District Badminton Association Election Concludes Successfully, New Office-Bearers Set to Lead the Association
Nabarangpur , Aug 27 [UDN}:The election of office-bearers of the Nabarangpur District Badminton Association (NDBA) was successfully conducted today, with a new executive committee unanimously elected for a four-year term.Rakesh Kumar Gupta was elected President, while Ashok Sahu was chosen as Vice-President. Lingaraj Mahanty was elected Secretary, with Chandan Maharana and Byasdeb Behera appointed as Joint Secretaries. Umakanta Raul was elected Treasurer, all unopposed.Rabi Narayan…
BJP Holds Mandal-Level Organisational Meeting in Dasmantpur, Reviews Party Activities and Strengthens Grassroots Organisation
Dasmantpur, Aug 27 [UDN}: A BJP Mandal-level organizational meeting was held at the Chhotaguda Kalyan Mandap under Dasmantpur Block, with a focus on strengthening the party’s organizational structure at the grassroots level.The meeting was organized under the guidance of Mandal President Sitaram Rai. District BJP in-charge Bhavendra Kumar Panda attended the programme as the chief guest. State BJP Executive Committee member and former MLA Kailash…
Annual General Council Meeting of Utkal Journalists’ Association Held in Jeypore, Key Issues Concerning Journalists Discussed
Jeypore,Aug 27 [UDN}:: The Annual General Council Meeting of the Koraput district branch of the Utkal Journalists’ Association was held at a local hotel in Jeypore.Jeypore MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati attended the meeting as the chief guest and spoke about the importance of journalism and the social responsibilities of journalists. The key attraction of the meeting was a detailed discussion on the topic “Artificial Intelligence…
Tree-Ganesh Worship Before Gupteswar Darshan Draws Large Number of Devotees, Blending Faith with Nature Conservation
Jeypore,Aug 27 [UDN}: An unusual manifestation of divinity in the lap of nature has become a major attraction for devotees travelling to Gupteswar in Koraput district. Near Gelaguda, along the road from Baipariguda to Gupteswar, a naturally formed shape resembling Lord Ganesha can be seen on the trunk of a roadside tree. Devotees have come to know this unique natural formation as “Shri Vriksha Vinayak.”According…
Continuous Rainfall in Koraput Triggered by Low-Pressure System Disrupts Normal Life, Brings Fresh Weather Challenges
Jeypore,Aug 27 [UDN}:Under the influence of a low-pressure system, Koraput district has been experiencing continuous rainfall for the past several days, severely disrupting normal life across the region. The persistent rain has affected daily activities, transportation, local businesses and the livelihoods of people, particularly those dependent on daily wages and roadside vending.Among the 14 blocks in the district, Semiliguda recorded the highest rainfall at 144.6…
Continuous Heavy Rainfall Triggers Flooding in Several Villages Under Gumuda Gram Panchayat of Kotpad Block, Residents Face Severe Difficulties
Kotpad, Aug 27 [UDN}:Several villages under Gumuda Gram Panchayat in Kotpad Block have been surrounded by floodwater following continuous and heavy rainfall in the area. The persistent downpour has led to a significant rise in the water level, causing water to enter several villages and creating a difficult situation for the local residents.As the water level continued to rise and the possibility of further deterioration…
Yellow Warning Issued for 12 Odisha Districts as Weather Department Forecasts Heavy Rainfall and Thunderstorm Activity
Bhubaneswar, Aug 27 [UDN}:The Meteorological Department has issued a Yellow Warning for 12 districts of Odisha.The districts under the warning include Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, Deogarh, Nuapada and Kalahandi.Balangir, Subarnapur (Sonepur), Kendrapara and Jagatsinghpur have also been placed under the Yellow Warning.Puri, Bhadrak and Jajpur districts have also been issued a Yellow Warning.Light to moderate rainfall is likely in these districts during the next three hours, according…