Koraput, Aug 22 [UDN}: Industries Department and the Skill Development & Technical Education Department visited the manufacturing plant being established by Greenply Industries Limited at the Semiliguda Industrial Estate for the production of plywood and MDF boards.He also visited Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) at Sunabeda. In addition, the Minister participated in the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign organised at the Sunabeda Municipality and visited the Coffee…
Taj Agra Invites Guests to Embrace the Monsoon with a Special Staycation Experience
Agra, 21 August 2026: Taj Agra invites guests to make the most of the monsoon season with a specially curated staycation experience that brings together relaxed stays, dining and wellness benefits. Designed for guests seeking a leisurely getaway in Agra, the Monsoon Staycation offers attractive savings across accommodation, food and beverages, and spa and salon services. The offer includes 25% savings on breakfast-inclusive stays, with daily breakfast at the designated dining venue. Guests can also enjoy 25% savings on food and beverages and 25% savings on spa…
Census 2027: Second Phase to Include 40 Questions as Government Prepares for Detailed Population Enumeration
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:The second phase of Census 2027 will collect detailed information from citizens through 40 questions. The data sought will range from religion and caste to Aadhaar details, bank account information, and even COVID-19 vaccination status.
Odisha Industries and Skill Development Minister Chairs Review Meeting with Departments and Government ITIs in Koraput
Koraput , Aug 22 [UDN}:A review meeting of the Skill Development Department, Industries Department, and all Government Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) in Koraput district was held under the chairmanship of the Hon’ble Minister of Industries, Skill Development and Technical Education, Government of Odisha.
8th Pay Commission: Report Expected to Be Submitted by May 3, 2027, Bringing Major Expectations for Government Employees
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:There is widespread discussion across the country regarding the 8th Pay Commission, with central government employees and pensioners eagerly awaiting the implementation of its recommendations.The issue was also raised in Parliament today. In the Rajya Sabha, MP Neeraj Shekhar asked Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary whether the 8th Pay Commission would submit its recommendations before the stipulated deadline. He also…
23 Odisha Personnel Selected to Receive Prestigious President’s Medals for Distinguished and Meritorious Service
Bhubaneswar,Aug 22 [UDN}:: The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has announced the President’s Medals on the occasion of Independence Day for distinguished, meritorious and courageous service. A total of 23 personnel from Odisha Police, Fire Services, Home Guards and the Prisons Department will receive the medals.Among them, 17 are from the Police Department, two from the Prisons Department, and four from Fire Services and Home…
Senior Congress Leader of Kotpad Area M.D. Farooq Passes Away Prematurely, Party Workers and Supporters Mourn Loss
Kotpad: Aug 22 [UDN}:Senior Congress leader and prominent businessman of the Kotpad area, M.D. Farooq, passed away at the age of 64 following a heart attack. According to reports, Farooq had been suffering from illness and was shifted to Jagdalpur in Chhattisgarh for treatment after suffering a heart attack. He passed away while undergoing treatment.The late M.D. Farooq had been associated with the Congress party…
Nabarangpur Government Public Prosecutor Honoured by Odisha Director General of Police for Distinguished Service
Nabarangpur, Aug 22 [UDN}: Nabarangpur district Public Prosecutor Manoj Kumar Ekka has been honoured by Odisha Director General of Police Yogesh Bahadur Khurania for his prompt and dedicated legal services and for ensuring proper justice in various cases.At a grand ceremony organised at the Police Commissionerate in Bhubaneswar, the Nabarangpur district Public Prosecutor was felicitated on behalf of the district and presented with a certificate…
IMFA Group Donates Rs 1 Crore to Odisha Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF) in Support of Relief and Welfare Efforts
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}: The IMFA Group has donated ₹1 crore to the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund (CMRF). At Lok Seva Bhavan, a cheque for ₹1 crore was presented to Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on behalf of the IMFA Group.The contribution is aimed at supporting the Chief Minister’s Relief Fund and strengthening relief and welfare efforts in the state.
Review Meeting Held to Assess Progress of Major PMG and PRAGATI Projects, Officials Directed to Ensure Timely Completion
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:A review meeting in the conference hall of my office to assess the infrastructure and other major projects being implemented under PMG and PRAGATI. The meeting reviewed the progress of various projects, pending works, and the issues and challenges affecting their implementation.The concerned officials to take prompt steps to resolve the issues and ensure that all projects are completed within the stipulated…