Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:In a significant move aimed at promoting cleaner and more sustainable modes of transportation, the Odisha Government has announced a waiver of permit fees for vehicles powered by electricity and ethanol. The decision, announced in Bhubaneswar, is expected to encourage greater adoption of eco-friendly vehicles across the state.Under the new provision, owners and operators of electric vehicles (EVs) as well as ethanol-fuelled…
828 Candidates Selected for Admission to B.Ed., M.Ed., and B.H.Ed. Courses Across Odisha
Bhubaneswar: Aug 22 [UDN}:A total of 828 candidates have been selected for admission to various teacher education programmes, including Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Master of Education (M.Ed.), and Bachelor of Hindi Education (B.H.Ed.) courses. The selection has been made as part of the admission process for the upcoming academic session. The shortlisted candidates will now be eligible to proceed with the subsequent admission formalities, including…
Big Relief for Farmers as Crop Insurance Application Deadline Extended Until August 31, Free Insurance Coverage Available for Up to 5 Acres
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:In a major relief for farmers, the deadline for applying for crop insurance has been extended until August 31. The extension is expected to provide additional time for farmers who have not yet completed their crop insurance applications to enroll under the scheme and secure financial protection against potential crop losses.Under the announced provision, farmers can avail themselves of free crop insurance…
Rainfall to Intensify Across Odisha from August 22 as Fresh Low-Pressure System Develops Over Bay of Bengal
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:Rainfall activity is expected to increase across Odisha from tomorrow, with an active cyclonic circulation prevailing over the north Odisha coast. The weather system is likely to bring widespread rainfall across the state from August 24 to 27.The Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj districts are likely to experience very heavy to extremely heavy rainfall, raising concerns over waterlogging and localized flooding in vulnerable areas.In…
CHSE Odisha Council Member List Includes Two MLAs, Rupu Bhatra and Manas Kumar Dutta
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22 [UDN}:Two legislators have been included in the newly constituted Council Member list of the Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE), Odisha. The two elected representatives are Kotpad MLA Rupu Bhatra and Balasore MLA Manas Kumar Dutta.The inclusion of the two MLAs in the CHSE Odisha Council is significant, as the Council plays an important role in the administration, regulation, and academic functioning…
Metaspectral Partners with Planet to Deliver Trusted Spectral Intelligence from Tanager Hyperspectral Data
Vancouver, B.C. — August 22, 2026 — Metaspectral announced its partnership with Planet Labs PBC, a leading provider of daily data and insights about change on Earth, to deliver trusted, evidence-based spectral intelligence from Planet Tanager™ hyperspectral data through Metaspectral Clarity. Planetary Intelligence derived from Planet data is emerging as a new model for understanding the physical world: continuous sensing, real-world data, AI-assisted analysis, and decision support that help…
New Report: California’s Path to Affordable Energy Bills Starts in Homes and Driveways
Modernizing California’s demand flexibility programs will stabilize the grid and lower electricity costs, according to new policy roadmap from GridLab, Kevala, and E3 August 21, 2026 – Berkeley, California – As California faces rising electricity costs, rapid electrification, and growing pressure on its electric grid, a new report from grid experts at GridLab, Kevala, and E3, provides a roadmap for unlocking the potential of millions of customer-owned…
Bully Lifestyle Premieres “Bully Lifestyle: Hustle and Bloodlines,” a Six-episode Deep Dive Into the Culture, Passion and Debate Surrounding the Bulldog World
MIAMI, Fla. (Aug. 19, 2026) – Bully Lifestyle, the multimedia lifestyle and entertainment platform created by filmmaker, author and entrepreneur Demetrius A. Matthews, today announced the premiere of Bully Lifestyle: Hustle and Bloodlines, a six-episode hybrid documentary and reality series that deep dives into the culture, passion and debate surrounding the bulldog world. The series explores the breed and the people on every side of…
India’s FDI Reform Gains Momentum as 29 Investments Worth ₹4,895 Crore Reported
New Delhi: India’s revised foreign direct investment (FDI) framework is beginning to facilitate faster investment flows, with 29 FDI investments involving proposed investments of ₹4,895.65 crore reported under the new regime up to August 20, 2026. The investments cover a diverse range of sectors, including Information Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Information & Communication, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, data centres and transport services, reflecting continued overseas interest in India’s…
PM Modi Engages with Space Startup Leaders, Urges India to Lead Global Space Economy
New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with the CEOs and founders of 20 Indian space startups at Seva Teerth, highlighting the growing role of private enterprise in strengthening India’s position in the global space industry. The interaction brought together entrepreneurs working across a wide spectrum of space technologies, including launch vehicles, reusable semi-cryogenic propulsion systems, avionics, satellites, advanced propulsion, space and defence intelligence, space-debris…