Bhubaneswar, Sept. 21 (UDN): More than 800 CCTV cameras installed across Odisha police stations and outposts have reportedly stopped functioning, even as ₹76 crore earmarked for the surveillance system has been surrendered by the state government. Representational Image The issue has prompted the Odisha Police to seek urgent government intervention for restoration of the surveillance network and release of funds required to clear maintenance-related dues.…
Aster DM Quality Care commissions 10 MW solar power project for Aster Medcity in Kerala
Kochi, Sep 21: Aster DM Quality Care, one of India’s healthcare providers, in partnership with Oyster Renewable Energy Pvt Ltd, has commissioned a 10 MW solar power project for Aster Medcity in Kerala. The milestone project marks another significant step in Aster’s journey towards building a more sustainable and energy-efficient healthcare infrastructure. Developed by Oyster Renewable, the ground-mounted solar project is located at Ambalathara and adjoining…
RAKEZ spotlights infrastructure and connectivity as drivers of business growth at BCCD briefing
Ras Al Khaimah, Sept 21: Ras Al Khaimah Economic Zone (RAKEZ) highlighted the growing role of integrated infrastructure, rail connectivity and industrial ecosystems in enabling business growth and strengthening market access during the British Chamber of Commerce Dubai (BCCD) Business Briefing, ‘On Track to InnoTrans – Connecting Markets, Mobility and Business Opportunities’. Sponsored by RAKEZ, the event brought together businesses and industry stakeholders from…
Odisha Steps Up Port Expansion, Shipbuilding and Coastal Connectivity Push
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 21 (UDN): Odisha is stepping up efforts to strengthen its maritime economy, with the state reviewing a series of major projects covering port connectivity, shipbuilding, container logistics, cruise tourism and coastal land management. Pic Credit: x.com/SecyChief The plans were discussed at the seventh meeting of the Odisha Maritime Board held at Lok Seva Bhavan on Saturday under the chairmanship of Chief Secretary Anu…
Snakebite Claims Keonjhar Youth; Traditional Healers Perform Rituals at Hospital After Death
Keonjhar, Sept. 21 (UDN): A tragic snakebite death at Anandapur Sub-Divisional Headquarters Hospital in Odisha’s Keonjhar district took an unusual turn when the deceased youth’s family reportedly brought traditional healers to the hospital in the hope of reviving him. The incident occurred on Monday after Sushil Kumar Bhitiria, a resident of Bhandaridihi village under Ghasipura police limits, died following a suspected venomous snakebite. Youth Dies…
Misuse of SIM Cards Can Cost You 3 Years in Jail, INR 50 Lakh Fine: DoT
New Delhi, Sept. 21: The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has issued a nationwide advisory cautioning citizens against the misuse of SIM cards and telecom identifiers, warning that offences under the Telecommunications Act, 2023 can attract up to three years’ imprisonment and fines of as much as ₹50 lakh. Representational Image The advisory comes after authorities uncovered a fraudulent SIM activation racket in Chhattisgarh, where mobile…
Two Elderly Women Run Over by Shalimar Express Near Basta Station in Balasore
Balasore, Sept. 21 (UDN): Two elderly women, who were reportedly sisters-in-law, were killed after being struck by a moving train near Basta railway station in Odisha’s Balasore district on Monday morning. The deceased have been identified as Rukchand Marandi of Baunsatopha village and her sister-in-law, who was reportedly a resident of Parulia village. Tragedy While Returning From Market According to preliminary reports, the two women…
Couple Allegedly Attacked on Way to Kapilash Temple; Assault Video Surfaces Online
Dhenkanal, Sept. 21 (UDN): A young couple was allegedly assaulted by a group of youths while they were travelling towards the Kapilash Temple in Odisha’s Dhenkanal district, with a video purportedly showing the incident circulating on social media. According to reports, the couple was stopped by a group of local youths while proceeding towards Kapilash Peetha. The youths allegedly assaulted the man and woman following…
Bike Crash Foils Mobile Snatching Bid; Two Suspects Nabbed by Locals in Koraput
Koraput, Sept. 21 (UDN): A daring mobile snatching attempt in Odisha’s Koraput district ended in dramatic fashion on Monday after two fleeing suspects crashed their motorcycle and were caught by local residents. The incident took place in Jeypore town, where two women labourers were allegedly robbed of their mobile phones while heading to work. Snatching Turns Into Capture According to reports, the women were walking…
Mayurbhanj Girls Walk 8 km to Protest Lack of Water, Power at Ashram School Hostel
Mayurbhanj, Sept. 21 (UDN): Around 150 girl students of an Ashram School in Odisha’s Mayurbhanj district staged an unusual protest by walking nearly eight kilometres to meet government officials, alleging that their hostel has been functioning without basic amenities for over two months. The students of Bishipur Ashram School under Udala block said repeated complaints about the lack of drinking water, electricity and other essential…