Kelia: Famous Shaivite Shrine Surrounded by Natural Beauty, Yet Awaiting Greater Tourism Development

Dabugaon: Sept 21 [UDN}:The famous Kelia Shaivite shrine, one of the prominent tourist and spiritual destinations under Dabugaon block in Nabarangpur district, has allegedly remained neglected by the administration despite its considerable religious and tourism potential. Located around 45 km from the Nabarangpur district headquarters and 13 km from Dabugaon, the shrine attracts devotees and tourists not only from different parts of Odisha but also…

Gaurav Choudhary Stars With 88 as Sambalpur Warriors Beat Kataka Panthers by 9 Runs

Cuttack, Sept. 21 (UDN): Sambalpur Warriors began their Bharat Masala Odisha T20 League – CM Trophy campaign in style, securing a nine-run victory over Kataka Panthers at the Barabati Stadium on Sunday. Captain Gaurav Choudhary produced the standout performance of the match, smashing an attacking 88 off 46 deliveries to help the Warriors post 193/8 after being asked to bat first. Choudhary, Mishra Set Up…

Odisha Assembly Delegation Led by Speaker Surama Padhy Pays Courtesy Call on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan

New Delhi Sept 21 [UDN}:The Odisha Assembly delegation, led by Speaker Surama Padhy, paid a courtesy call on President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. The meeting was described as a memorable and inspiring occasion. The delegation members expressed appreciation for President Murmu’s simplicity, vision and inspiring personality, saying that her interaction with them provided renewed enthusiasm and motivation.

Direct Bhubaneswar-Bangkok Flight Service to Resume from October 2, Boosting Odisha’s International Air Connectivity

Bhubaneswar: Sept 21 [UDN}:Direct air connectivity between Bhubaneswar and Bangkok is set to resume from October 2, bringing back an international flight service from Biju Patnaik International Airport after a temporary suspension. Bhubaneswar Airport Director Prasanna Pradhan informed that the flight service to Bangkok will restart from October 2. According to the airport authorities, the service will operate twice a week. The direct international connectivity…

Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan Arrives at Namo Airport in Daman on Maiden Visit to Union Territory

 Dadra, Sept 21 [UDN}:  Radhakrishnan arrived at Namo Airport, Daman, today on his maiden visit to the Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu. He was warmly received by Shri Praful Patel, Administrator of the Union Territory, and accorded a Guard of Honour. The Vice-President will attend a public function at Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Government College, Silvassa, and visit key…

Odisha’s ODOP Gallery Inaugurated in Dubai to Take State’s Traditional Arts, Handlooms and Handicrafts to Global Markets

Dubai: Sept 21 [UDN}:A ‘One District, One Product’ (ODOP) gallery showcasing Odisha’s rich traditional arts, handloom and handicraft products has been inaugurated in Dubai with the objective of taking the state’s unique cultural products to the global market. Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated the gallery as part of efforts to provide wider international exposure to the state’s traditional artisans, weavers and craftsmen. The…

Nirmala Sitharaman Meets Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov in New Delhi to Discuss Economic Cooperation

New Delhi, Sept 21 [UDN}:Nirmala Sitharaman Meets Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov in New Delhi Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman met Russia’s First Deputy Prime Minister Denis Manturov in New Delhi. During the meeting, the two leaders discussed various matters of mutual interest and exchanged views on ways to further strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations between India and Russia. The discussions focused…

Odisha Begins Voter List Preparation Ahead of 2027 Panchayat and Municipal Elections Across the State

Bhubaneswar:Sept 21 [UDN}: Preparations have begun in Odisha for the 2027 Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections, with the State Election Commission initiating the process of updating and preparing electoral rolls across the state. A statewide door-to-door voter survey will be conducted from October 26 to November 7, 2026.  A state-level training programme for Master Trainers will be held on September 23 at the ground…

Bay System Intensifies Over BoB, Odisha Braces for Heavy to Extremely Heavy Rain

Bhubaneswar, Sept. 21 (UDN): Odisha is bracing for a spell of intense rainfall as a low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal is expected to strengthen further and move towards the Odisha-Andhra Pradesh coast.  Representational Image  The India Meteorological Department (IMD), in its latest warning issued on Monday, has forecast very heavy rainfall in Odisha on September 22, followed by extremely heavy rainfall on September…

Odisha Women MLAs Pay Courtesy Visit to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi

New Delhi: Sept 21 [UDN}:A delegation of women legislators from the Odisha Legislative Assembly paid a courtesy visit to the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. During the meeting, the women MLAs interacted with President Murmu and conveyed their greetings and respects to her. The courtesy meeting provided an opportunity for the legislators to exchange views and discuss…