Balasore, Sept. 17 (UDN): A young man died after accidentally falling from the roof of his house while plucking flowers for religious worship at Nilagiri in Balasore district. The deceased was identified as Aditya Jena, son of Papu Jena, a resident of Ghatagharasahi under Ward No. 2 of Nilagiri NAC. According to family members, Aditya had climbed onto the rooftop to collect flowers for puja…
CM Majhi launches 50 projects worth INR 960 crore in Sambalpur
Sambalpur, Sept. 17 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 50 development projects worth nearly ₹960 crore in Sambalpur, covering key sectors including roads, healthcare, irrigation, sports, public buildings and rural development. The projects were unveiled at a programme held at Gangadhar Meher University. Of the total, 15 completed projects worth ₹133.47 crore were dedicated to…
Factrika Raises INR 8.9 Cr Seed Round Led by Info Edge to Scale On-Demand Industrial Workforce Platform
September 17, 2026: Factrika, an on demand industrial workforce platform, today announced it has raised ₹8.9 Cr in seed funding led by Info Edge. Founded in July 2024, the company will use the capital to strengthen its team, deepen its technology, and expand into more industrial clusters across India. Indian factories face a 20 to 25% daily worker shortage, driven by fragmented, low tech contractor staffing…
IMD Says No Need to Panic Over Bay of Bengal Cyclone Rumours Yet
Bhubaneswar,Sept. 17 (UDN): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has urged people not to be misled by speculation surrounding a possible cyclone in the Bay of Bengal, saying it is too early to conclude whether the developing weather system will intensify into a cyclone. Speaking in Sambalpur after inaugurating a Doppler Weather Radar, IMD Director General Dr. Mrutyunjay Mohapatra said the department is continuously tracking the…
Stronger US Growth Complicates the Fed’s Path Back to 2 percent Inflation
The Fed’s first-rate rise since 2023, and Chairman Kevin Warsh’s focus on persistent inflation, has markets weighing the risk that policy stays restrictive for longer, according to EBC Financial Group. LONDON, 17 September 2026 — The Federal Reserve raised its benchmark interest rate on Wednesday, lifting the target range for the federal funds rate by a quarter point to 3.75% to 4.00%. It was the first increase since 2023, and the decision was unanimous.…
Venn Launches Blue Border for AI Governance & Security, Putting Native Claude Apps Under IT Control on Any Laptop
Regulated companies can now let remote employees and contractors run Claude, Claude Cowork and Claude Code on laptops the company doesn’t own: locked to company accounts, reachable only from trusted networks, and with no VDI or endpoint management required. New York, New York, Sept 17. Venn, the secure remote work company, announced Blue Border™ for AI Governance & Security. The release lets organizations with remote…
Study Finds Bile Acid May Help Reduce Liver Fat
Hyodeoxycholic acid reduces excess liver fat in mice through two distinct pathways, demonstrating multi-target therapeutic potential Sept 17: Excess fat accumulation in the liver can contribute to the development and progression of metabolic dysfunction-associated steatotic liver disease (MASLD), highlighting the need for new approaches to manage the condition. Now, researchers have found that hyodeoxycholic acid (HDCA), a bile acid, can reduce liver fat in…
IIT Bhubaneswar, IIT-ISM Dhanbad Join Hands to Advance Semiconductor Research
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): IIT Bhubaneswar and IIT (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to strengthen research, academic exchange and collaboration, with semiconductor technology and basic sciences identified as initial areas of focus. Representational Image The agreement was signed on September 16 by IIT Bhubaneswar Director Prof. Shreepad Karmalkar and IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Director Prof. Sukumar Mishra. The…
The Ultimate Guide To Festive Jewellery From Candere By Kalyan Jewellers
The festive season begins to take centre stage in September, bringing with it celebrations, family gatherings and cherished traditions. From festive pujas and intimate get-togethers to family lunches and celebratory evenings, the month is filled with occasions to dress up and add a touch of sparkle to every look. As festive dressing continues to evolve, lightweight and versatile jewellery offers an effortless way to elevate…
Samsung India Makes Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8 More Accessible with Lower Monthly EMIs Through Galaxy Forever
Gurugram, Sep 17: Samsung India has introduced a new, flexible payment plan for its latest flagship foldable smartphones – the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8 – under its Galaxy Forever programme. This innovative plan makes owning a Galaxy foldable more accessible and affordable than ever before. Under the two-year programme, customers can own the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8…