New Delhi,Aug 19 [UDN}:The National Sports Awards 2025 have been officially announced, recognising outstanding achievements and contributions to Indian sports. As part of this year’s honours, 17 sportspersons will receive the prestigious Arjuna Award, while five distinguished coaches will be conferred the Dronacharya Award for their valuable contribution to the development and training of athletes.The National Sports Awards are among the country’s most prestigious sporting…
Koraput Jolted by Earthquake: Sudden Tremors Trigger Panic as Residents Flee Their Homes for Safety
Laxmipur,Aug 19 [UDN}: Koraput was shaken by an earthquake, triggering panic among residents. Frightened people rushed out of their homes as tremors were felt in the Laxmipur area.
Odisha Chief Minister’s Public Grievance Hearing Scheduled for August 24; Online Registration Begins Today for Citizens
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:The Chief Minister’s public grievance hearing will be held on August 24, providing citizens with an opportunity to directly present their complaints, concerns, and requests before the Chief Minister. The hearing is aimed at ensuring that people can bring various issues related to government services, welfare schemes, administration, infrastructure, and other public matters to the attention of the state government.Citizens who wish…
Low-Pressure System Remains Active Over Odisha; Meteorological Department Issues Warning of Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Across Several Areas
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:An active low-pressure area has developed over Odisha and its adjoining regions, increasing the likelihood of widespread rainfall across several parts of the state. In view of the prevailing weather system, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning regarding heavy rainfall in different districts of Odisha.The low-pressure system is expected to influence weather conditions over the state, bringing increased cloud…
Hirakud Dam Update: 15 Gates Opened, Massive Volume of Water Released as Water Flow Intensifies in the Mahanadi River
Sambalpur: Aug 19 [UDN}:With the water level and inflow into the Hirakud reservoir continuing to rise amid heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas, as many as 15 sluice gates of the Hirakud Dam have been opened to release excess water downstream. A large volume of water is being discharged from the reservoir, resulting in a significant increase in the flow of the Mahanadi River.The…
Second Merit List for PG Admissions Released in Odisha; Nearly 60% of Students Selected in First Round Failed to Take Admission
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:The second merit list for postgraduate (PG) admissions in Odisha has been released, paving the way for another round of admission for students who were not selected in the first phase or could not secure a seat earlier. The development comes after a significant number of students selected through the first merit list failed to complete the admission process within the stipulated…
Odisha Government Announces Financial Assistance for Students Pursuing Higher Education Abroad; SC/ST Students Eligible for Support of Up to Rs 50 Lakh
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:The Odisha Government has announced a significant financial assistance initiative aimed at helping students from Scheduled Caste (SC) and Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities pursue higher education at reputed institutions abroad. Under the scheme, eligible students who wish to undertake higher studies in foreign countries will receive substantial financial support from the state government to reduce the financial burden associated with overseas education.According…
OES Recruitment Examination Pattern Released: Odisha Education Service Selection Process to Be Conducted in Two Stages with a Total of 675 Marks
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:The examination pattern for recruitment to the Odisha Education Service (OES) has been officially released, bringing clarity to the structure, stages and marking scheme of the upcoming recruitment examination. As per the newly issued framework, the OES recruitment examination will be conducted in two separate stages, with the entire selection process carrying a total of 675 marks.The examination structure has been designed…
Centre Rolls Out Incentive Plan to Expand Piped Gas Access Across Homes
New Delhi, August 19, 2026: The Central government has approved a new Incentive Scheme for Promotion of Domestic PNG Connections aimed at accelerating the expansion of piped natural gas (PNG) connections among households across the country. The scheme, approved by the government on August 18, will come into effect from September 1, 2026, and is designed to encourage City Gas Distribution (CGD) entities to expand…
RailTel Wins Rs 166.8 Crore Order from EPFO for IaaS Solutions
New Delhi, August 19, 2026: RailTel Corporation of India Ltd has secured a work order worth Rs 166.8 crore, including taxes, from the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) for providing Infrastructure-as-a-Service (IaaS), strengthening the public sector telecom company’s presence in government digital infrastructure projects. The order involves a one-year extension of RailTel’s existing IaaS engagement with EPFO, along with additional components. The contract is valid…