Malkangiri, Sept 24 [UDN}:: A congenital heart disease screening camp was organised for the first time in Malkangiri district, providing a new healthcare facility for children in the district. The camp was conducted at the Early Intervention Centre located within the premises of the District Headquarters Hospital. Cardiologist Dr S.S. Padhi from NH MMI Hospital, Raipur, attended the camp and examined the participating children.…
Odisha Clears Rs 2.47 Lakh Crore Investment Proposals, 50,000-Plus Jobs Expected
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 24 (UDN): Odisha has cleared a major set of industrial investment proposals worth Rs 2,47,115.70 crore, with the projects expected to create 50,162 employment opportunities across the state. Pic Credit: x.com/IPR_Odisha The proposals were approved at the 46th meeting of the High-Level Clearance Authority (HLCA), chaired by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, on Wednesday. The 27 projects will come up across 15 districts,…
Malkangiri Publishes Final SIR-2026 Electoral Roll with 4,15,132 Registered Voters Across the District
Malkangiri,Sept 24 [UDN}: The final electoral roll for Malkangiri district under the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)-2026 was formally published on Monday following the successful completion of the revision exercise undertaken in accordance with the directions of the Election Commission of India. The final voter list was released at the FLCI Hall on the premises of the District Collector’s Office under the supervision of District…
SIR-2026 Review Meeting Held in Koraput to Assess Progress of Special Intensive Revision of Electoral Rolls
Koraput:Sept 24 [UDN}: In accordance with the directions of the Election Commission of India (ECI), an important meeting on the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of Electoral Rolls-2026 was held at the Conference Hall of the Koraput District Collectorate. The meeting was attended by officials of the Koraput district administration and representatives of all recognised political parties. Detailed discussions were held on various aspects of…
Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai Meets Former Governor Biswabhusan Harichandan During Bhubaneswar Visit
Bhubaneswar, Sept 24 [UDN}:Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Vishnu Deo Sai, who is currently on a visit to Odisha, met former Chhattisgarh Governor Biswabhusan Harichandan at his residence in Nilakantha Nagar, Bhubaneswar, on Tuesday. Chief Minister Sai called on Harichandan during his Odisha visit and sought his blessings. Speaking about the meeting, Sai said he had come to meet the former Governor and receive his blessings.…
IPS Officer Sanjukta Parashar Appointed as First Woman Inspector General of CRPF’s Elite CoBRA Unit
Bhubaneswar, Sept 24 [UDN}: IPS officer Sanjukta Parashar has achieved a historic distinction by being appointed as the first woman Inspector General (IG) of the Central Reserve Police Force’s (CRPF) CoBRA (Commando Battalion for Resolute Action) unit. The appointment marks a significant milestone for women officers in India’s security forces and reflects the growing participation of women in senior leadership roles within specialised counter-insurgency…
Research Publication on Tribal Lifestyle, Art and Cultural Heritage Released, Showcasing Rich Indigenous Traditions
Bhubaneswar, Sept 24 [UDN}:A research-based book titled ‘Tribal Art and Craftsmanship’, authored by writer and journalist Prabhati Bishoyi, has been unveiled. The book explores the traditional lifestyle, cultural heritage, art forms and craftsmanship of tribal communities, highlighting their rich cultural traditions and indigenous knowledge. The publication seeks to document and showcase the diverse artistic practices and traditional skills that have been preserved and passed…
10,000-Seat Hostel Facility Proposed in Delhi for Odisha Students, Government Announces Major Education Support Initiative
Bhubaneswar, Sept 24 [UDN}:Following the death of a student in the collapse of a private PG hostel in Delhi, the government has announced steps to improve accommodation and safety facilities for students from the state pursuing their studies in the national capital. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta has announced a plan to construct hostel facilities in Delhi with accommodation for around 10,000 students. The initiative…
Odisha’s Indigenous Rice and Millet Varieties Set to Gain New Identity in Global Markets Through Farmer Empowerment
Bhubaneswar, Sept 24 [UDN}:Odisha’s traditional rice varieties and millet-based products are set to receive a new identity in national and international markets, alongside efforts to strengthen farmers’ livelihoods. Modern rice and millet processing plants will help improve the quality of indigenous paddy varieties and millets while enabling the production of a range of value-added products. Products such as millet flakes, rice flakes, cookies and…
PCCF Prem Jha Visits Nandankanan to Review Health and Well-Being of Five Orangutans
Bhubaneswar:Sept 24 [UDN}: Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (PCCF) Prem Jha reached Nandankanan Zoological Park on Wednesday to review the condition of five orangutans housed at the zoo. During his visit, PCCF Prem Jha is expected to assess the health and overall well-being of all five orangutans. The visit comes amid the ongoing monitoring of the animals and efforts to ensure their proper care…