Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:From October 1, 2026, LPG consumers will reportedly need to complete Aadhaar-based biometric authentication (BAA) to continue receiving LPG subsidies. Consumers who have already completed the biometric authentication process will not be required to repeat it. The authentication can reportedly be completed at the LPG distributor’s showroom, during cylinder delivery, or through the concerned Oil Marketing Company (OMC) mobile application, where authentication…
Jeypore Dussehra 2026 Preparations Reviewed, Special Focus on CCTV Surveillance and Women’s Safety Arrangements
Jeypore,Sept 25 [UDN}: Preparations for the grand Jeypore Dussehra 2026 celebrations have moved forward with the completion of a key coordination meeting involving the administration and police authorities. The meeting reviewed various arrangements required to ensure that the annual festival is conducted smoothly, safely and in an organised manner. A major focus of the meeting was on security arrangements at the various Puja mandaps across…
Rayagada District DISHA Meeting Focuses on Effective Implementation, Monitoring and Progress of Various Development Schemes
Koraput, Sept 25 [UDN}:: Odisha Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Fisheries and Animal Resources Development and the MSME Department, Gokulananda Mallik, arrived at Jeypore Airport on Monday as part of his official visit to Koraput district. During his visit, Minister Mallik is scheduled to review the implementation and progress of various development programmes and welfare schemes being undertaken by the Fisheries, Animal Resources Development…
Sunabeda Municipality Holds Discussion on New Ward Delimitation and Seat Reservation Ahead of Administrative Reorganisation
Sunabeda , Sept 25 [UDN}: A detailed discussion was held regarding the proposed new ward delimitation and reservation of seats in the Sunabeda Municipality. The meeting focused on the process of reorganising the municipal wards and determining the boundaries of the newly proposed wards in accordance with the applicable rules and administrative requirements. During the discussion, various aspects related to the demarcation of ward boundaries,…
BBMCH Bolangir Honoured with Pollution Control Excellence Award 2026 for Outstanding Environmental and Cleanliness Initiatives
Bolangir:Sept 25 [UDN}: Bhima Bhoi Medical College and Hospital (BBMCH) in Bolangir has achieved another notable milestone in its efforts towards promoting a healthy society and maintaining high standards of environmental cleanliness and public health. The medical college and hospital has been honoured with the ‘Pollution Control Excellence Award – 2026’ in recognition of its outstanding work in the areas of environmental cleanliness, pollution control…
Koraput Takes Positive Steps to Strengthen Healthcare Facilities as Ama Hospital Projects Receive Regular Monitoring and Focus on Timely Completion
Koraput , Sept 25 [UDN}:A positive step towards strengthening healthcare facilities in Koraput. Regular monitoring of the Ama Hospital projects, timely completion of pending works, cleanliness, better infrastructure and quality patient care will help ensure improved healthcare services for people across the district. Best wishes to the district administration for its continued efforts.
Koraput Collector Reviews ‘Ama Hospital’ Scheme, Directs Officials to Expedite Pending Works and Ensure Timely Completion
Koraput:Sept 25 [UDN}: A district-level committee meeting of the ‘Ama Hospital’ scheme was held under the chairmanship of the District Collector of Koraput to review the progress of various ongoing healthcare-related projects across the district. During the meeting, officials presented updates on the implementation and progress of different projects being undertaken under the Ama Hospital initiative. The committee reviewed the status of completed works as…
Damajodi Bridge Submerged Under 3 Feet of Water as Heavy Rain Causes Rising Water Levels in Koraput
Koraput , Sept 25 [UDN}: Heavy rain triggered by a low-pressure system has led to a flood-like situation in parts of Dasmantpur block in Koraput district. Rising water levels in a hilly stream caused nearly 3 feet of water to flow over the Damajodi bridge under Nandigaon Gram Panchayat. The overflowing water disrupted vehicular movement, leaving buses, two-wheelers, four-wheelers and passengers stranded on both sides…
Heavy Rain May Extend School Holidays Across Odisha, Minister Says Decision Will Depend on Weather Conditions
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:Odisha School and Mass Education Minister said that the ongoing spell of heavy rainfall may lead to an extension of school holidays in the state, depending on the prevailing weather conditions and the situation on the ground. The Minister noted that schools have been repeatedly closed due to episodes of excessive rainfall, which has affected regular academic activities during the current academic…
Panchayati Raj Minister Inspects Low-Lying Areas in Kotpad Block, Assures Government Readiness to Tackle Flood Threat
Kotpad,Sept 25 [UDN}:: Odisha Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik on Thursday visited several low-lying and vulnerable areas of Kotpad block, including Shadaranga and Parinji, to take stock of the situation in view of the impact of the deep depression affecting the region. During the field visit, the Minister reviewed the ground situation and assessed the preparedness of the local administration to deal with possible…