El Niño 2026–27: why humanitarian airlift planning must start before the weather turns
Nov 09: One of the strongest El Niño events on record could peak towards the end of 2026. Cam…
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Chennai Diwali Celebration: Stunning Fireworks Light Up City Skyline, Video Goes Viral
Chennai, Nov 9 (UDN): The night sky over Chennai turned into a spectacular display of colours and lights as fireworks…
Bay of Bengal Low Pressure Likely Around November 13, Tamil Nadu and South India May Receive Rain
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): Weather activity over the Bay of Bengal may intensify next week, with the India Meteorological Department…
Diwali Festivities End in Tragedy in Rourkela as Class VIII Student Dies in Firecracker Mishap
Rourkela, Nov 9 (UDN): A festive evening turned into a heartbreaking tragedy in Odisha’s Rourkela after an eighth-grade student lost…
Liv by Emirates NBD, Universal and Aquanow to deliver the first integration of a CBUAE-registered USD-backed stablecoin into the UAE digital banking ecosystem
Dubai, UAE, Nov 09: Liv, the UAE’s first and largest digital bank by Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in…
Odisha Bigyan Academy Awards 2024: Eminent Scientists Honoured
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): Recognising outstanding contributions to scientific research and innovation, the Odisha Bigyan Academy, under the Science and…
Ganjam Police Extends Helping Hand to Flood-Affected Students, Distributes Educational Kits
Chhatrapur, Nov 9 (UDN): In a heartening gesture of support for children affected by the recent floods, Ganjam Police has…
Amit Shah Likely To Visit Odisha On November 28
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): Union Home Minister Amit Shah is likely to visit Odisha on November 28, State Law Minister…
Cuttack ATM Theft Gang Busted: Two Arrested, Rs 40,000 Recovered
Cuttack, Nov 9 (UDN): Cuttack Police have busted an alleged ATM theft racket and arrested two persons accused of targeting…
Linette crowned champion as Chennai Open concludes its final edition in India
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, November 9, 2026: Magda Linette brought the curtain down on the Chennai Open’s journey in India with…
Royal Bengal Tiger Spotted Again In Odisha’s Debrigarh Sanctuary
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): A Royal Bengal Tiger has been spotted once again in Odisha’s Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary, prompting the…
VP C P Radhakrishnan to Visit Odisha on November 15 for MLA Orientation
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): Vice-President of India C P Radhakrishnan is scheduled to arrive in Odisha on November 15 for…
Odisha’s Ranjan Mohanty Appointed International Judge of World Fitness Federation
Puri, Nov 9 (UDN): Bringing laurels to Odisha on the international stage, Puri-based fitness enthusiast and bodybuilding professional Ranjan Mohanty…
Bhubaneswar Diwali Fires: Government Office, Traveller Vehicle Gutted, Power Wires Burn
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): Firecracker-related mishaps disrupted Diwali celebrations in Bhubaneswar, with three separate fire incidents reported across the city…
Cuttack Diwali Clash: Woman ACP Allegedly Pushed in Scuffle Over Firecrackers After 9 PM
Cuttack, Nov 9 (UDN): Diwali celebrations in Cuttack witnessed a tense turn on Sunday night after a confrontation between police…
Cuttack Fire: 6-Year-Old Boy Dies, Elderly Man Critical After LPG Cylinders Explode
Cuttack, Nov 9 (UDN): A devastating fire in a three-storey residential building in Cuttack’s Dargha Bazar area claimed the life…
Diwali Pollution in Odisha: Bhubaneswar AQI 242, Bileipada Records 288
Bhubaneswar, Nov 9 (UDN): The aftermath of Diwali celebrations has left several parts of Odisha struggling with deteriorating air quality,…
Property Tax Assessments: Understanding Valuation, Tax Liability and the Impact on Real Estate Owners
Property tax assessments play a crucial role in determining how much homeowners, landlords and commercial property owners pay to local…
Tre Sessanta Financial Services Launches ‘ShreeVaah’ Mobile App for Digital Wealth Management, Mutual Fund Investments and Multi-Asset Investing
Comprehensive digital investment platform offers seamless access to Mutual Funds, SIP Investments, Fixed Deposits & Pre-IPO Opportunities AHMEDABAD, INDIA: Tre…
India Ranks 11th in Major AI Study – with Commonwealth’s Second-Largest Potential GDP Gain of US$79 Billion and Youth Jobs Opportunity
Nov 06: India has ranked 11th out of 56 Commonwealth countries in a major new study of youth AI readiness,…
Punjab Farm Fires: 2,787 Stubble-Burning Cases Reported, 710 FIRs Registered
Patiala, Nov 6: Punjab continues to grapple with the problem of stubble burning despite intensified government action, with 2,787 farm-fire…
Odissi Dancer Prashant Kumar Sahu’s Eyes Donated After Sudden Death in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): In a deeply moving gesture of compassion, the family of noted young Odissi dancer Prashant Kumar…
Dense Fog Causes OSRTC Bus-Tractor Collision in Sonepur; Several Injured
Sonepur, November 6 (UDN): Several passengers sustained injuries after an OSRTC bus collided with a tractor carrying a paddy harvesting…
Vasan Eye Care Hospital, Bommanahalli, Organises Safe Diwali Eye Awareness Programme to Protect Children
Bengaluru, Nov 06: With the aim of promoting safe Diwali celebrations and preventing eye injuries among children, Vasan…
World Skill Centre Bhubaneswar Earns National Centre of Excellence Recognition
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): The World Skill Centre (WSC), Bhubaneswar, has achieved a significant milestone by securing recognition as a…
Cosmetic Dental Care: The Science of a Beautiful Smile and Better Oral Confidence
A smile is one of the most powerful forms of personal expression. It communicates confidence, warmth and personality without requiring…
Odisha-Japan Relations to Get Boost as Tottori Governor Shinji Hirai Visits November 10
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): Odisha is preparing to strengthen its international partnerships as a high-level Japanese delegation led by Tottori…
Headmistress Shakuntala Mohanty Retires After 38 Years of Service
Nabarangpur Nov 6 (UDN): : After rendering 38 years of dedicated service in the field of education and shaping…
228 Sevaks, Sevikas and Tribal Language Teachers Appointed in Nabarangpur
Nabarangpur, Nov 6 (UDN): A district-level appointment letter distribution programme was organised at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall…
Odisha Cabinet to Meet on November 9 to Discuss Key Proposals
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): : The Odisha Government has scheduled a State Cabinet meeting on November 9 to deliberate on…
Tourism Development and Women’s Empowerment Reviewed During Koraput Collector’s Visit
Koraput , Nov 6 (UDN): During a visit to Nandapur Block in Koraput district today, the Koraput District Collector…
RBI Governor Stresses Responsible AI and Cybersecurity in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): On the occasion of the inauguration of the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) state-of-the-art…
Odisha Environment Society Celebrates 45th Foundation Day in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): The event was held under the chairmanship of Surya Narayan Patro, with…
Odisha Extends CT/D.El.Ed Third-Phase Slide-Up Deadline by Two Days
Bhubaneswar, Nov 6 (UDN): The Odisha School and Mass Education Department has extended the deadline for the…
Cyclone Threat Subsides in Malkangiri, District Records 254.24 mm Rainfall
Malkangiri, Nov 6 (UDN): The threat posed by Cyclone Arnab has subsided in Malkangiri district, bringing considerable relief to…
Malkangiri Administration Holds Grievance Camp in Remote Jumdang Village
Malkangiri: Nov 6 (UDN): At a time when the Andhra Pradesh Government has reportedly decided to conduct elections in…
Kotia Border on High Alert as Andhra Pradesh Polling Triggers Fresh Tension
Jeypore, Nov 5 (UDN): Security has been significantly tightened along the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh border as polling is underway at two…
Keeping India’s Timeless Stories Alive: Kahani Junction Presents RAM KI LEELA on a Grand Scale in Canada
With a 100-foot-wide stage, five LED screens and more than 150 performers and crew, Kahani Junction brings India’s timeless epic…
Dhenkanal Gajalakshmi Immersion Turns Tense After Police Lathi-Charge; Children Among Injured
Dhenkanal, Nov 5 (UDN): Tension gripped Dhenkanal on Wednesday night after a dispute between police and members of the public…
Puri Set for Rs 1,500-Crore International Cruise Terminal; Sonowal Announces Major Maritime Push
Puri, Nov 5 (UDN): Odisha’s coastal tourism and maritime infrastructure could receive a major boost with the proposed development of…
Holiday Travel Gifts: Why Human Connection Remains the Heart of Meaningful Travel Experiences
Nov 05: As technology and AI continue to reshape the travel industry, the value of human connection remains central to…
BJP Launches Statewide ‘Yuva Samvad’ Campaign to Connect with Gen-Z in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) is preparing to step up its engagement with young voters in…
JCB Contractor Shot Dead in Bhubaneswar; Five Detained as Police Probe Firing Incident
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): A JCB machine contractor was allegedly shot dead during a clash between two groups at Sisupalgarh…
Major IAS Reshuffle in Odisha: Four Senior Officers Assigned New Responsibilities
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): The Odisha government has carried out a major reshuffle in the senior Indian Administrative Service (IAS)…
ZAK Expo From 10–12 Dec 2026 to Bring World-Class Glass, Fenestration and Aluminium Technologies to New Delhi, India
Nov 05: Leading companies from the glass processing, doors and windows, façades, fenestration and aluminium extrusion sectors will come…
Dubai real estate rentals maintain record pace
Dubai South tops of off-plan sales rankings for eighth month in a row Dubai, UAE, Nov 05: Dubai’s real…
Sundaram Finance Disbursements Surge 25% to INR 19,302 Crores in H1FY27
Nov 05: The Board of Directors of Sundaram Finance Ltd. (SFL) approved the unaudited standalone and consolidated financial results for…
Utkal University Launches Mass Health Screening After Jaundice Outbreak, 12 Students Test Positive
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): In the wake of a jaundice outbreak on its campus, Utkal University has stepped up preventive…
Choose Physiotherapy for Sports Injury Rehabilitation: The Road from Injury to Performance
In sports, every movement matters. A sudden twist, an awkward landing or an intense training session can turn an athlete’s…
Beyond Gold and Diamonds: How Fine Jewellery Retail Is Redefining the Business of Luxury
From family-owned showrooms to digitally driven luxury brands, the fine jewellery retail industry is entering a new era. Changing consumer…
Kotia Dispute Intensifies: Naveen Patnaik Urges CM Majhi to Initiate High-Level Talks with Centre and Andhra Pradesh
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): Amid escalating tensions over the long-standing Kotia territorial dispute, Leader of Opposition and Biju Janata Dal…
Balangir Student Soumyashree Thanapati Tops National Science Seminar 2026
New Delhi, Nov 5 (UDN): Soumyashree Thanapati, a Class X student of Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya (OAV), Jharmunda, in Balangir district,…
Ganso Hakata Yatai by Yataikeiji Debuts at One Causeway Bay This November – Bringing the Spirit of Fukuoka’s Yatai Culture to Hong Kong
Hong Kong | Nov 05: Ganso Hakata Yatai by Yataikeiji, the first overseas outpost of Fukuoka’s beloved Yatai Keiji,…
PM-KISAN 24th Instalment Reaches Over 35 Lakh Farmers Across the District
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): A special programme dedicated to the farmers and food providers of the nation was organised…
CM Mohan Majhi Leads State-Level Vigilance Awareness Programme
Bhubaneswar: Nov 5 (UDN): Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi attended the state-level programme organised on the occasion of Vigilance Awareness…
1. Vijay Amruta Kulange Named Regional Commissioner of Berhampur Division
Berhampur, Nov 5 (UDN): Vijay Amruta Kulange, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, has been appointed as the new Revenue…
AAEON Releases PICO-PTH4, the World’s Smallest Intel Core Ultra Series 3-Powered Board
The PICO-PTH4 offers up to up to 180 TOPS of AI performance, an industrial-grade I/O, and both Windows® 11 and…
Odisha Strengthens Transport Network to Drive Economic Development
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): The Odisha Government is placing special emphasis on strengthening the state’s road, bridge and transport…
160 Participants Leave Berhampur for Rashtriya Ekta Diwas Celebrations
Berhampur, Nov 5 (UDN): Around 160 participants departed from Berhampur Railway Station aboard a special train bound for Ekta Nagar…
Pineapple Saplings Distributed to Farmers in Kotia Panchayat
Koraput: Nov 5 (UDN): With the guidance of the Koraput District Administration, the Department of Horticulture has distributed pineapple saplings…
Headmistress Shakuntala Mahanti Retires After 38 Years of Service
Nabarangpur: Nov 5 (UDN): After completing an illustrious career spanning 38 years in the field of education, Mrs. Shakuntala Mahanti,…
Kedar Gouri Temple Complex Gets Protected Monument Status in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): In a significant move towards preserving Odisha’s rich cultural and architectural heritage, the state government has…
Nabarangpur Grievance Camp Receives 50 Public Complaints
Nabarangpur, Nov 5 (UDN): : A district-level joint public grievance redressal camp was organised at the Nabarangpur Municipality Office on…
Chandbali Grievance Hearing Receives 276 Complaints, 26 Resolved
Bhadrak: Nov 5 (UDN): A district-level joint public grievance redressal camp was organised at the Chandbali Block Office in Bhadrak…
Kotia on High Alert as Odisha Moves to Stop Andhra Pradesh Polls in Disputed Villages
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): Tension has escalated in the disputed Kotia region of Odisha’s Koraput district as Andhra Pradesh prepares…
Malyabanta Voluntary Organisation Holds Night School Training in Malkangiri
Malkangiri Nov 5 (UDN): In an initiative aimed at strengthening grassroots education and improving the quality of learning among children,…
Cyclone ‘Murasu’ Weakens into Deep Depression After Crossing Andhra Coast
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Murasu’ weakened into a deep depression last night. It is expected to further…
Sarbananda Sonowal Chairs Maritime Development Meeting in Puri
Puri, Nov 5 (UDN): A consultative committee meeting was held in Puri to strengthen coastal infrastructure and cruise ship operations…
PM-KISAN 24th Instalment Reaches 74,044 Farmers in Koraput
Koraput, Nov 5 (UDN): PM-KISAN Utsav Diwas was celebrated today to mark the transfer of the 24th instalment under the…
Cyclone Arnab Aftermath: Schools and Anganwadi Centres in Ganjam to Remain Closed Till November 7
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): In the aftermath of Cyclone Arnab and the subsequent floods, educational institutions across Odisha’s Ganjam district…
Koraput Administration Reviews Irrigation System and Water Supply
Koraput Nov 5 (UDN): During the meeting, detailed discussions were held on the current status of various ongoing irrigation…
Odisha Civil Supplies MD Inspects Rice Procurement Centres in Rayagada
Rayagada, Nov 5 (UDN): Odisha State Civil Supplies Corporation Managing Director K. Sudarshan Chakravarthy visited Rayagada district to inspect the…
Odisha Government Signs Three-Year MoU with J-PAL South Asia to Strengthen Evidence-Based Policymaking
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): The Government of Odisha has signed a three-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with J-PAL South Asia…
Kendrapara Declares 38.884 Acres at Panturi as Industrial Area
Kendrapara, Nov 5 (UDN): A significant milestone has been achieved in the industrial development of Kendrapara district, with 38.884 acres…
ADM Chairs District Road Safety Task Force Meeting
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): A District Road Safety Task Force meeting was held under the chairmanship of the Additional…
Jeypore Public Forum Demands Urgent Road Safety Measures
Jeypore: Nov 5 (UDN): Tara Prasad Das, convenor of the Jeypore Public Forum, has urged the authorities to take proactive…
Debaprasad Das Re-Elected Malkangiri MUJ President for Fourth Term
Malkangiri, MalkangiriThe Malkangiri Journalists’ Association (MUJ) has elected its new office-bearers, with Debaprasad Das re-elected as president for the fourth…
Odisha Secures 18 Investment Deals at India Renewable Energy Conference
Bhubaneswar, Nov 5 (UDN): Odisha has signed 18 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) involving investments worth approximately ₹1.17 lakh crore…
Odisha Showcases Rich Heritage at Gujarat’s Bharat Parv
Gujarat, Nov 5 (UDN): Odisha is showcasing its rich artistic heritage, vibrant culture and traditional practices at the…
Puri-Bhubaneswar Highway Set for Six-Laning; Soil Testing Begins, 45-Minute Journey in Focus
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): The proposed expansion of the Puri-Bhubaneswar National Highway into a six-lane corridor has taken its first…
Olive Ridley Turtles Face Fishing Threat as Mass Nesting Season Nears at Gahirmatha
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): With lakhs of Olive Ridley sea turtles expected to arrive along Odisha’s Gahirmatha coast for their…
Cabinet Clears Rs 14,500-Crore Scheme to Develop 92 GWh Energy Storage Capacity Across India
New Delhi, Nov 4: India is set to accelerate its transition towards renewable energy with the Union Cabinet approving a…
Centre Clears Rs 2,814-Crore Scheme to Boost Domestic Processing of Critical Minerals
New Delhi, Nov 4: In a major push towards self-reliance in strategic mineral resources, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved…
Israel is Launching First-Ever Investment Fund Dedicated to Children Health Innovation by Clalit Health Services & Schneider Children Medical Center
Investing in the Adults of Tomorrow: The Clalit-Schneider Children’s Medical Center has launched SCVC, Israel’s first and the world’s third…
Centre Approves Rs 4,371-Crore VISTAR Scheme to Modernise India’s Statistical System
New Delhi, Nov 4: In a major push to modernise India’s official data infrastructure, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved…
GCoM announces city-business engagement support package
GCoM announces city-business engagement support package, including support for 50 cities through the City-Business Climate Alliance and a new Business…
Diwali 2026: Firecracker Prices Surge 23–35 pc in Odisha Amid Supply Crunch and Rising Costs
Jatni, Nov 4 (UDN): Diwali celebrations are set to become more expensive for people in Odisha this year, with firecracker…
Odisha’s State Film Archive Project Faces Uncertainty Ahead of First MoU Anniversary
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): Odisha’s ambitious plan to establish a State Film Archive to preserve its rich cinematic heritage is…
Bhubaneswar to Host Inaugural BIMSTEC U23 Athletics Championships; India Names 95-Member Squad
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): Bhubaneswar is gearing up to welcome some of the finest emerging athletic talents from South and…
Odisha Plans 460 EV Charging Stations, Expanding Network Across Cities and Highways
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): Odisha is set to give a major boost to electric mobility, with plans to expand its…
Peggy Lillis Foundation Launches Eighth Annual “See C. Diff” Campaign With Expanded Patient Focus During National C. Diff Awareness Month
New observances will shift attention toward treatment access for pediatric patients and the long-term impacts of the infection on survivors…
Agniveers May Get Two-Year Extension After Initial Four-Year Tenure Under New Government Plan
New Delhi, Nov 4: In a significant move aimed at expanding career opportunities for Agniveers, the Centre has introduced an…
Toyota 100 pc Bioethanol Innova Launch On November 26, Says Nitin Gadkari
New Delhi, Nov 4: India’s alternative-fuel mobility push is set to receive a major boost, with Union Road Transport and…
Central Team Visits Ganjam To Assess Cyclone Arnab And Flood Damage
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): An eight-member Inter-Ministerial Central Team on Wednesday toured several cyclone- and flood-affected pockets of Odisha’s Ganjam…
Half-Charred Body Parts Of Unidentified Man Found Near Kelucharan Park In Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): A gruesome discovery near Kelucharan Park in Bhubaneswar triggered a police investigation on Wednesday after half-charred…
Puri Atharanala Beautification: Boating, Dredging And Drainage Revamp Planned
Puri, Nov 4 (UDN): Odisha’s historic pilgrim town of Puri could soon get a new tourism attraction as the district…
Rincell on track to ship half a million cells by year end
FREMONT, California, Nov 04 – Rincell, a leading US advanced chemistry battery cell manufacturer, today showcases the RC50, a…
Expensive Firecrackers Could Mean Less Diwali Pollution, Says Odisha Minister Krushna Chandra Patra
Bhubaneswar, Nov 4 (UDN): Could expensive firecrackers help make Diwali celebrations less polluting? Odisha Food Supplies and Consumer Welfare Minister…
transcosmos partners with BANDAI and BNTCA to support Tamagotchi’s 30th anniversary promotion in North America on Roblox
Tokyo, Japan, Nov 04: transcosmos today announced that the company, in partnership with BANDAI CO., LTD. and Bandai Namco Toys…
Balasore Banana Market: Alleged Carbide Use Raises Food Safety Concerns In Odisha
Balasore, Nov 4 (UDN): Bright yellow bananas displayed in fruit shops may look fresh and tempting, but concerns over their…