Nabarangpur, Aug 26 [UDN}:As the patient’s condition was critical, he had been admitted to the ICU and required blood immediately. After learning about the situation, we tried to arrange the required blood and contacted Biplab Bhai.There is hardly anyone who does not know Biplab Bhai for his contribution to blood donation. He has always been a frontline warrior in the field of blood donation. Whenever…
Union Cabinet Approves Four Major Railway Projects to Strengthen Rail Connectivity and Infrastructure Across the Country
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26 [UDN}:Union Cabinet Approves Four Railway Projects₹9,450 Crore to Be Spent on the Four Railway ProjectsRailway Expansion to Take Place Across Four States, Including OdishaKharagpur–Bhadrak Fourth Railway Line in Odisha ApprovedBhadrak–Haridaspur Fourth Railway Line Receives ApprovalCuttack–Paradip Third and Fourth Railway Lines ApprovedMore Than 60 Lakh People Across Over 6,400 Villages Are Expected to Benefit
Confusion Over the Auspicious Date of Rakhi Purnima, Also Known as Gamha Purnima, Finally Cleared
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26 [UDN}:The confusion over the auspicious Rakhi Purnima, also known as Gamha Purnima, has been cleared.The Purnima tithi will begin at 9:07 AM on August 27.The Purnima tithi will continue until 9:45 AM on August 28.The general public will celebrate Rakhi Purnima on August 27.At the Jagannath Temple in Puri, the traditional Rakhi Niti will be observed on August 28.
Climate Change Triggers Growing Irregularities in Odisha’s Monsoon Pattern, Raising Serious Environmental Concerns
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26 [UDN}: At a programme organised by CEEW (Council on Energy, Environment and Water) in Bhubaneswar, environmental experts shared their views on tackling the challenges posed by climate change and strengthening environmental protection measures.Experts called for coordinated efforts among policymakers, industrialists, financial experts and other stakeholders to protect the environment and promote long-term climate resilience and sustainability in Odisha.
Grama Sampada Scheme to Give a Major New Momentum to Rural Development and Strengthen Village Infrastructure
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26 [UDN}:With the objective of promoting comprehensive rural development and strengthening infrastructure in villages, the ‘Grama Sampada’ Scheme is set to usher in a new chapter in rural development. The initiative focuses on improving village roads, playgrounds, community facilities, recreational amenities, and essential infrastructure for the younger generation, thereby making villages more beautiful, well-organised, developed, and prosperous. A special allocation of ₹65.75 lakh…
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida Inaugurates Newly Constructed District Education Office Building in Puri
Puri,, Aug 26 [UDN}:Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida inaugurated the newly constructed building of the District Education Office in Puri district.Speaking on the occasion, the Deputy Chief Minister said that the new office will play an important role in further strengthening the education system and creating better and more advanced educational opportunities for students. She emphasized that the new infrastructure will help improve the effective…
Malkangiri–Nabarangpur New Railway Project Gains Momentum as Kundura Tehsil Hands Over Land to Railways
Malkangiri–Aug 26 [UDN}: Kundura Tehsil has handed over land to the Railway Department for the proposed Malkangiri–Nabarangpur new railway project.Land has been identified for the project in several villages under Kundura Tehsil, including Ghumar, Hatkhudubi, Digapur, Ghasarda, Khlaput, Pradhaniput and Mundiguda. The land acquisition and handover process is aimed at facilitating the construction of the new railway line and expediting the implementation of this important…
State-Level Orientation Programme on PWDVA and Dowry Prohibition Act Held Under the Chairpersonship of Pravati Parida
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26 [UDN}:A state-level orientation programme on the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 (PWDVA) and the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 was organised under the chairpersonship of @PravatiPOdisha.The training programme focused on the legal provisions of the two laws, the roles and responsibilities of various stakeholders, and mechanisms for coordinated action in cases involving domestic violence and dowry-related offences.The programme aimed to…
Low-Pressure System Remains Active Over Odisha, Heavy Rain Expected to Continue for Another 24 Hours
Bhubaneswar, Aug 26 [UDN}:An Orange Alert has been issued for six districts of western Odisha.Rainfall alert issued for Sundargarh, Jharsuguda and Sambalpur.Heavy rainfall is likely in Bargarh, Sonepur and Boudh.Rain is expected in Balangir, Nabarangpur, Koraput and Malkangiri.Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Deogarh, Nuapada and Angul are also likely to receive rainfall.Rainfall is expected to continue across the state until August 30.
District Collector Visits Flood-Affected Areas of Kotpad Block, Assesses Ground Situation and Relief Measures
Kotpad, Aug 26 [UDN}:The District Collector visited the flood-affected areas of Kotpad Block to assess the situation on the ground. The Collector also met directly with the affected residents of nearby villages at the flood relief shelter set up at Kotpad Kalyan Mandap. During the interaction, the Collector discussed the prevailing flood situation with the affected people, listened to their concerns, and reviewed the assistance…