Bhubaneswar: Aug 17 [UDN}:A significant change is set to take place in the Odisha Police administration, with Crime Branch Director General Binayatosh Mishra expected to take charge of the responsibilities of the Director General of Police (DGP) of Odisha.According to the latest development, Binayatosh Mishra, a senior IPS officer, will assume the important responsibility of leading the state police force. His appointment comes at a…
Madhubabu Pension Scheme: District Collectors Directed to Verify All Pending Applications and Ensure Eligible Beneficiaries Receive Pension Benefits Without Further Delay
Bhubaneswar, Aug 17 [UDN}: The Odisha government has directed all district Collectors to take necessary steps to verify and dispose of applications that have been pending under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY).The directive aims to ensure that eligible beneficiaries who have applied for pension assistance do not remain deprived of the government’s social security support due to delays in application verification. District administrations have…
OSSTET Registration Deadline Extended to August 23, 2026; Candidates Get Additional Time to Complete Online Application Process
Bhubaneswar, Aug 17 [UDN}: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE), Odisha, has extended the registration deadline for the Odisha Secondary School Teachers Eligibility Test (OSSTET). Candidates who have not yet completed their registration can now apply until August 23, 2026.The extension is expected to provide additional time to eligible candidates who were unable to complete the application process within the earlier deadline. Applicants are advised…
President Extends Warm Independence Day Greetings to the People of India, Says the Youth Are the True Architects of the Nation’s Future and Calls Upon Them to Contribute to India’s Growth and Development
Delhi, Aug 17 [UDN}: President Droupadi Murmu conveyed her warm greetings and best wishes to the people of India on the occasion of the country’s 80th Independence Day. In her message, she highlighted the vital role of the younger generation in shaping the nation’s future, describing the youth as the builders and architects of tomorrow’s India.The President emphasized that India’s young population carries enormous potential,…
Bangladesh Energy Crisis May Take at Least Two Years to Resolve: Finance Minister
Dhaka, August 16: Bangladesh’s ongoing electricity and gas crisis is unlikely to be resolved in the short term and could take at least two years to overcome, Finance and Planning Minister Amir Khosru Mahmud Chowdhury said on Sunday. Speaking at a luncheon discussion organised by the American Chamber of Commerce in Bangladesh (AmCham) in Dhaka, the minister said the problems surrounding gas and electricity could…
XPPen Marks Its 21st Anniversary with “DOODLE THE WORLD”, Bringing Creativity Beyond Boundaries
LOS ANGELES, Aug. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — XPPen, a leading global digital art innovation brand, proudly celebrates its 21st anniversary. Marking 21 years of empowering creators worldwide, XPPen introduces this year’s theme, “DOODLE THE WORLD,” with a series of creative experiences, including the Global Art Toy Design Contest co-hosted by XPPen and TOP TOY, a globally renowned art toy brand, the upcoming Artist Ultra 14…
Water Bill Relief Extended: Delhi Waives Late Payment Surcharge Till March 2027
New Delhi, August 16: The Delhi government has extended its 100 per cent Late Payment Surcharge (LPSC) waiver scheme on outstanding water bills until March 31, 2027, giving consumers additional time to clear their pending dues without paying the accumulated penalty. Delhi Water Minister Parvesh Sahib Singh Verma announced the extension on Sunday, saying the initiative would provide relief to families and other consumers struggling…
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya Interacts with MY Bharat-NSS Volunteers During Independence Day Celebrations
New Delhi: Union Minister for Youth Affairs and Sports Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya interacted with MY Bharat-NSS volunteers during the Independence Day celebrations at Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, appreciating their participation and contribution to the national event. The MY Bharat-NSS volunteers attended the Independence Day programme as special guests, giving them an opportunity to witness the celebrations and interact directly with the…
Government Unveils National Framework to Strengthen ITDAs and ITDPs
New framework focuses on institutional reform, convergence, digital governance and outcome-based monitoring for tribal development New Delhi: Union Minister for Tribal Affairs Shri Jual Oram and Dr. R. Balasubramaniam, Member, NITI Aayog, on Saturday jointly released the National Framework for Strengthening of ITDAs and ITDPs and the Operational Guidelines for Strengthening of ITDAs and ITDPs, marking a major step towards strengthening last-mile delivery of tribal development…
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi Announces 20 Lakh Jobs in Five Years
Government Targets 3 Lakh Employment Opportunities Within Next 1–2 Years Bhubaneswar, Aug. 16 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has set an ambitious employment target of creating 20 lakh job opportunities across the state over the next five years, with a strong focus on skill development, youth employability and expanding career opportunities across sectors. Addressing the people on the occasion of India’s 80th Independence…