Author: Neel Achary

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 21 [UDN}:  The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that the southwest monsoon is likely to begin its withdrawal from the country from September 19, with the process expected to start from western Rajasthan. According to the weather department, atmospheric conditions are becoming favourable for the onset of the monsoon withdrawal process. After retreating from western Rajasthan, the monsoon is expected to gradually…

Nayagarh, Sept 21 [UDN}:: Bringing pride to Odisha and India, young talent Aiyani Alisha Akanksha from Sunalati village in Nayagarh district has won the ‘Miss Teen Super Globe Asia 2026’ title at the international Miss Teen Super Globe 2026 pageant held in Thailand. Representing India at the international competition, Aiyani impressed the judges with her confidence, talent and stage presence. Apart from securing the prestigious…

Bhubaneswar, Sept 21 [UDN}:N Chandrasekaran has been reappointed as the Chairman of the Tata Group for another five-year term, marking the continuation of his leadership at one of India’s largest and most diversified business conglomerates. The Tata Sons Board has approved his fresh appointment, extending his tenure beyond his current term, which was scheduled to end in February 2027. Chandrasekaran, who has been leading the…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 21 [UDN}:The Monsoon Session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly will commence on September 22 and continue until October 3. Ahead of the session, an all-party meeting will be held on September 21 at 11:30 AM to discuss the smooth functioning of the House. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Mukesh Mahaling said the state government is prepared to discuss all issues that may be raised by…

Bhubaneswar,  Sept 21 [UDN}:The Regional Meteorological Centre has forecast a spell of heavy to very heavy rainfall in Odisha from September 22 to 25, with southern and interior districts likely to receive the most intense rainfall. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has already issued warnings for the period, including a very heavy rainfall warning for September 23–25.  According to the latest weather update, a low-pressure…

Koraput , Sept 21 [UDN}:  Koraput district will conduct district-level and block-level public grievance hearing camps (Jan Sunani) on September 21, 2026, to provide citizens an opportunity to present their grievances and seek redressal from the concerned authorities.At the district-level grievance hearing, the Koraput Collector, Superintendent of Police (SP) and other district-level departmental officers will remain present to hear complaints and petitions submitted by the…

Bhubaneswar: Sept 21 [UDN}:After completing a significant two-day visit to New Delhi, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi returned to Bhubaneswar and briefed the media in detail on the State’s economic growth, industrialisation and future development plans. During his visit, the Chief Minister participated in a high-level conference of State Finance Ministers chaired by the Union Finance Minister. He presented Odisha’s priorities relating to agriculture,…