Koraput, July 4 (UDN): The Koraput district administration has opened the first gate of the Machkund Dam reservoir on Saturday following a continuous rise in water levels due to heavy rainfall in the upper catchment areas. This is the first instance in the current year where a gate of the Machkund Dam has been opened to discharge excess water safely. The released water is being…
Kendujhar Bus Crash: One Critical, Six Injured
July 4 (UDN): A passenger bus travelling from Jharsuguda to Bhadrak met with an accident in Kendujhar district of Odisha after it reportedly lost control and crashed into a roadside tree near Ghasiapura market. The bus, carrying around 50 passengers, struck a tree close to a petrol pump, causing panic among commuters. One passenger sustained critical injuries and has been shifted to SCB Medical College…
PM Modi Inaugurates New Jodhpur Airport Terminal, Launches Modified UDAN Scheme to Boost Regional Connectivity
July 4: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Saturday inaugurated the new terminal building at Jodhpur Airport, marking a significant step in strengthening aviation infrastructure and enhancing regional connectivity in Rajasthan. The project has been developed at a total cost of ₹480 crore and spans more than 23,000 square metres. The modern terminal is designed to handle up to 20 lakh passengers annually, significantly increasing the…
Cars24 becomes the first organisation in India to eliminate all bands, grades, and designations
Gurugram, July 4 : Cars24, India’s ai-native automotive ecosystem has today announced one of the biggest organisational changes in its history. Effective immediately, the company has eliminated traditional levels, grades and job titles across the organisation, replacing them with a new operating philosophy called Flatland. With the move, Cars24 becomes one of the few technology companies globally to dismantle conventional corporate hierarchy at scale. Flatland…
Gold Posts First Weekly Gain Since May as Fed Rate Hike Concerns Ease
July 4: Gold prices recorded their first weekly gain since May, supported by easing concerns over additional US Federal Reserve rate hikes and improved investor sentiment in global markets. The precious metal benefited from expectations that interest rates may remain steady in the near term, reducing pressure on non-yielding assets like gold. This shift in outlook encouraged renewed buying interest from investors seeking safe-haven assets…
Heavy Rain Alert in Odisha After Low-Pressure System Forms
July 4 (UDN): A low-pressure system has triggered heavy rainfall across Odisha, bringing continuous showers to several parts of the state. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued alerts for multiple districts, warning of further heavy rain and possible disruption in normal life. Authorities have advised residents to remain cautious, especially in low-lying and vulnerable areas, and to follow safety instructions issued by local administrations.…
Bhubaneswar Apartment Violence Leaves Youth Critically Injured; Police Probe Large-Scale Armed Attack
Bhubaneswar, July 4 (UDN): A youth was seriously injured after a group of over 15 masked miscreants allegedly entered the Buddha Vihar Apartment complex in Bhubaneswar on Friday night and created panic with sharp weapons. The attackers reportedly assaulted Shubham Swaraj, son of the apartment secretary, Gauranga Das, who sustained severe injuries while trying to escape. He has been admitted to a hospital and is…
Fatal Hit-and-Run in Odisha’s Kandhamal Claims Three Lives; Probe Launched to Trace Vehicle
Kandhamal, July 4 (UDN): A tragic hit-and-run incident in Odisha’s Kandhamal district has claimed the lives of three youths after an unidentified vehicle struck the motorcycle they were travelling on near Mahasingh Bridge under Baliguda police limits. The accident occurred when the motorcycle was reportedly hit by a speeding, unknown vehicle, causing fatal injuries to all three riders. Local residents and emergency responders rushed to…
Tamil Nadu Launches 200 MW Govt Rooftop Solar Project
July 4: Tamil Nadu has announced an ambitious plan to develop a 200 MW rooftop solar power project across 200 government buildings, marking a significant step toward expanding renewable energy adoption and improving energy efficiency in the public sector. The initiative aims to harness rooftop solar potential in government offices, institutions, and public buildings to generate clean electricity, reduce dependency on conventional power sources, and…
Massive Gas Evacuation After Ammonia Leak in Tiruvallur Unit
July 4: A massive gas removal and safety containment operation is currently underway at a seafood processing unit in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, following an ammonia gas leak that triggered an immediate emergency response from district authorities and specialized disaster management teams. Soon after the leak was detected, emergency personnel including fire and rescue services, hazardous materials handling experts, and local administrative officials rushed to the…