Karanjia Aug 27 [UDN}: Mohammad Zafar Alam, Principal of Karanjia Adarsha Residential School at Biunria under Tato Gram Panchayat of Karanjia block, has been selected for the National Teachers’ Award 2026.The prestigious award has been announced by the Department of School Education and Literacy under the Union Ministry of Education, Government of India. He is scheduled to receive the honour at Vigyan Bhavan in New…
Rural Development Minister Ravi Narayan Naik Visits Flood-Affected Areas of Bhadrak, Reviews Ground Situation and Relief Operations
Bhubaneswar, Aug 27 [UDN}:Hon’ble Minister for Rural Development, Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water, Shri Ravi Narayan Naik, visited Bhadrak district and toured various flood-affected areas to assess and review the actual ground situation. During his visit, the Minister took stock of the extent of flooding, the difficulties faced by the affected people, and the ongoing relief and response measures being undertaken by the administration.The Hon’ble…
Odisha Rapidly Emerging as One of India’s Leading Skill Development Hubs, Says Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain at ‘Kaushal Manthan’ Conference
Kolkata, Aug 27 [UDN}:Odisha is rapidly emerging as one of the country’s leading skill development hubs, said Industries Minister Sampad Chandra Swain while participating in the Regional Skill Ministers’ Conference, ‘Kaushal Manthan,’ held in Kolkata.During the conference, discussions were held on several key initiatives, including the modernisation of Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs), expansion of World Skill Centres, establishment of industry-oriented Centres of Excellence, and creation…
BJP Appoints New In-Charges and Co-Incharges for Three States, Strengthening Organisational Structure Ahead of Key Political Activities
Gujarat., Aug 27 [UDN}:BJP National President Nitin Nabin has appointed in-charges and co-incharges for Uttar Pradesh, Punjab and Gujarat.Uttar Pradesh: Vinod Tawde has been appointed in-charge, while Jagdish Ishwarbhai Patel will serve as co-in-charge.Punjab: Satish Poonia has been given charge as the state in-charge.Gujarat: Tarun Chugh has been appointed as the state in-charge.
District Collector Inspects Ongoing Construction of Kirmira Kalyan Mandap, Reviews Progress and Quality of Development Work
Kirmira: Aug 27 [UDN}:During his visit to Kirmira, District Collector Kunal Motiram Chahhan inspected the site proposed for the construction of a new Kalyan Mandap and reviewed the progress and status of the project.The multipurpose Kalyan Mandap is proposed to be constructed at an estimated cost of approximately ₹85 lakh under the “Bikashit Gaon, Bikashit Odisha” scheme. During the inspection, the Collector visited the proposed…
Palmetto Publishing Announces Uncut Stones of the Soul, a Yale-Educated Professor’s Poetic Reckoning with Democracy’s Broken Promises
Palmetto Publishing has released Uncut Stones of the Soul, a collection of free-verse poetry by John D. Aram that moves from the stillness of a wood’s edge at dawn to the fractured center of American civic life. Aram, a former professor at Case Western Reserve University and Lesley University, spent decades studying institutions, power, and human behavior from inside the academy. Now, in a turn that…
Moderate to Heavy Rainfall Recorded Across Several Parts of Odisha, Northern and Interior Districts Receive Significant Showers
Bhubaneswar, Aug 27 [UDN}:Moderate to heavy rainfall has been recorded in several parts of Odisha during the last 24 hours. Rainfall has been particularly significant in the northern and interior districts of the state.During the next 24 hours, many parts of Odisha are likely to experience rain accompanied by thunderstorms and lightning.The Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar (@mcbbsr), has issued information indicating the possibility of heavy rainfall…
Grand Kalash Vandana Procession and Saints’ Conclave Held in Rayagada, Spreading a Powerful Message of Social Harmony and Unity
Rayagada ,Aug 27 [UDN}: As part of the ‘Samaras Sankalp Abhiyan’ organised to mark the 650th birth anniversary of Sant Shiromani Guru Ravidas Ji, a grand Kalash Vandana procession and Saints’ Conclave was held at the district level in Rayagada in an atmosphere filled with devotion, reverence and social harmony.A large number of saints and spiritual leaders participated in the sacred gathering and guided society…
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida Pays Floral Tributes to Legendary Odia Personalities at Raghurajpur, Honouring Their Immense Contribution to Art and Culture
Raghurajpur, Aug 27 [UDN}:At Raghurajpur, Odisha’s Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida paid floral tributes to the statues of Padma Vibhushan Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, Padma Shri Maguni Charan Das, and Dr. Jagannath Mohapatra.She said that the contributions of these great exponents of art to enriching Odisha’s rich artistic and cultural heritage will always be remembered and cherished.
Dharmendra Pradhan Urges Union Road Transport Minister for Immediate Intervention and Urgent Repair of Deteriorating NH-55 in Odisha
Bhubaneswar,Aug 27 [UDN}:Dharme ndra Pradhan has written a letter to the Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, urging immediate intervention and urgent repair of National Highway-55 (NH-55) in Odisha. In his letter, Pradhan highlighted the deteriorating condition of the highway and requested that necessary repair and restoration work be undertaken without further delay.He emphasized that the poor condition of NH-55 is causing considerable inconvenience…