Sambalpur:Sept 25 [UDN}: Sambalpur MP and former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan returned to Bhubaneswar on Thursday after completing a four-day tour of his parliamentary constituency. During the visit, he attended a series of government, private and political programmes across Sambalpur, Kuchinda, Deogarh and Rairakhol. On the final afternoon of his tour, however, Pradhan’s unusual mode of travel drew considerable attention. Leaving behind his official…
Heavy Rain Submerges Farmland Across Ganjam, Agriculture Department Launches Assessment of Crop Damage
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:The deep depression over the region has led to the inundation of large tracts of agricultural land in several parts of Ganjam district, affecting standing crops and raising concerns among farmers. To assess the ground situation and examine the condition of the affected farmland, a team from the Agriculture Department visited various areas of the district today. The inspection was carried out…
High-Level Meeting Held to Expedite Flood Damage Assessment and Accelerate Restoration of Damaged Infrastructure
Bhubaneswar, Sept 25 [UDN}:Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo chaired a high-level meeting with Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari and the Secretaries of the Energy, Information Technology and Water Resources Departments to review measures for the immediate assessment of flood-related damage and to accelerate the reconstruction and restoration of affected physical infrastructure across the state. The meeting focused on ensuring a swift assessment of…
Kotpad: Minister Ravi Nayak Visits Flood-Prone Areas, Reviews Preparedness as 200 Residents Evacuated in Advance
Kotpad:Sept 25 [UDN}: Odisha Panchayati Raj Minister Ravi Narayan Nayak visited several flood-prone areas of Kotpad block and reviewed the preparedness measures taken by the local administration amid the threat of flooding. As a precautionary measure, the administration evacuated around 200 people from vulnerable areas and shifted them to the Sadaranga shelter centre, where arrangements were made for their safety. During his visit, Minister Nayak…
Nabarangpur Faces Heavy Rainfall: Administration Steps Up Rescue, Relief and Restoration Efforts to Assist Affected Communities
abarangpur,Sept 25 [UDN}:: In view of warnings of moderate to heavy rainfall, lightning and strong winds gusting at speeds of 40–50 kmph, the Nabarangpur district administration has intensified rescue, relief and restoration operations across the district. The administration has taken immediate action following incidents of house damage, uprooted trees and waterlogging reported from different parts of the district. Polythene sheets, dry food and other essential…
Jharigaon MLA Visits Rain-Hit Badabhimaguada, Directs Officials to Assess Damage and Ensure Relief for Affected Families
Jharigaon,Sept 25 [UDN}:: Several families in Badabhimaguada village under Dhodara Gram Panchayat of Jharigaon block in Nabarangpur district have been affected by incessant rainfall triggered by the prevailing low-pressure system. Several houses have reportedly been damaged or collapsed, leaving residents facing difficulties. Amid the situation, Jharigaon MLA Narsingha Bhatra visited Badabhimaguada to take stock of the rain-related damage and assess the difficulties faced by affected…
Heavy Rain Batters Bhubaneswar: 101 mm Rainfall Leaves Roads Waterlogged, Waist-Deep Water on National Highway
Bhubaneswar: Sept 25 [UDN}:The capital city witnessed heavy rainfall on Thursday under the influence of a low-pressure system, disrupting normal life across several areas. Bhubaneswar recorded 101 mm of rainfall in 24 hours, leading to severe waterlogging on major roads and traffic congestion at several locations. With rainwater failing to drain out quickly, many roads were submerged under knee-deep water. The Master Canteen–Rajmahal stretch, including…
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Koraput Records Heavy Rainfall; Boriguma Receives Highest 186 mm
Koraput, September 24, 2026: Several parts of Koraput district received heavy rainfall on Thursday, with 1,385.3 mm of cumulative rainfall recorded across 14 blocks between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM, according to the District Emergency Operation Centre (DEOC), Koraput. The district recorded an average rainfall of 99.0 mm during the 10-hour period, reflecting widespread and intense rainfall across the region. Boriguma recorded the highest rainfall…
ASHRAE Opens Abstract Submissions for 2027 Annual Conference in New Orleans
ATLANTA (September 24, 2026) – ASHRAE is accepting abstracts for conference papers for the 2027 ASHRAE Annual Conference, taking place June 12-16, 2027, in New Orleans, Louisiana. The conference will bring together HVAC&R professionals, researchers, practitioners, building owners and industry leaders to share research, innovations and practical approaches addressing challenges across the built environment. Authors are invited to submit abstracts for consideration within one of…