Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:An opportunity was given to witness the enthusiasm and sporting talent of students at the 52nd Junior State Kabaddi Championship.Organised by Times Scholar Gurukul (TSG) and the Bhubaneswar Athletic Association, I attended the sporting event as the Chief Guest and encouraged the participating athletes.Such competitions are certainly inspiring for fostering a sporting spirit, discipline, teamwork and unity among the younger generation. š¤¼āļøBest…
Nabarangpur Hosts Mega Blood Donation Camp Ahead of 80th Independence Day, Bringing Citizens Together for a Noble Cause of Saving Lives
Nabarangpur, Aug 14 [UDN}: On the occasion of the 80th Independence Day celebrations, a mega blood donation camp was organised at the Nabarangpur Urban Primary Health Centre (UPHC) under the joint initiative of the District Administration and District Health Society. The camp aimed to strengthen the availability of blood in the district, ensure adequate blood supply during emergencies and create greater awareness among the youth…
Jagatsinghpur SP Ankit Kumar Verma Honoured with Prestigious DGP Disc Award 2026 for Outstanding Service and Distinguished Contribution to Policing
Jagatsinghpur,Aug 14 [UDN}: Proud and glorious day for the people of Jagatsinghpur district as Superintendent of Police Ankit Kumar Verma has been honoured with the prestigious DGP Disc Award 2026 in recognition of his outstanding administrative efficiency, dedication and tireless efforts. The award was presented by Odisha DGP Y.B. Khurania, acknowledging the SP’s commendable contribution to policing and public service. SP Ankit Kumar Verma has…
Drug-Free India Campaign Awareness Camp Held at Dharakote Government Degree College, Educating Students on the Dangers of Substance Abuse
Asika,Aug 14 [UDN}:: An awareness camp under the Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (Drug-Free India Campaign) was organised at the Government Degree College, Dharakote, with the objective of sensitising students about the harmful effects of substance abuse and promoting a healthy, addiction-free society.The programme was organised under the guidance of College Principal Dr. Sujit Kumar Panda in association with the Dharakote branch of Prajapita Brahma Kumari…
Koraput District Panchayat Executive Officersā Association Elects New Office-Bearers, Strengthening Leadership and Organizational Coordination
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:The Koraput District Panchayat Executive Officers’ Association has elected its new office-bearers. The newly selected executive committee includes Madhab Bankia as President and Pralaya Tripathy as General Secretary.Office-Bearers:President: Madhab BankiaGeneral Secretary: Pralaya TripathyVice Presidents: Chandan Panigrahi and Ketan HalwaJoint Secretary: Kamal Rao SmithOrganisational Secretaries: Sai Pattnaik and Balabhadra PadhiTreasurer: Kishore MishraAdvisors: Markanda Padhi and Babaji PanigrahiLegal Advisors: Narasingh Pattnaik and Ranjit PattnaikThe…
TPSODL Conducts Awareness Drive on PM Surya Ghar Scheme in Asika, Educating Consumers About Rooftop Solar Benefits and Government Support
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:TPSODL organised awareness programmes at Kalimukhi Sahi in Asika and Karnoli village under Khandadeuli Gram Panchayat to educate residents about the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana and the ULS model.During the programme, people were informed about the key benefits of the scheme, the registration and application process, and the government subsidy available for rooftop solar installations. Residents were encouraged to register…
Statewide āHar Ghar Tirangaā Campaign to Be Held Across Odisha, Encouraging Citizens to Display the National Flag and Celebrate the Spirit of Patriotism
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:The Odisha government will organise the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ (Tricolour at Every Home) campaign across the state from August 13 to August 17, under the aegis of the Odia Language, Literature and Culture Department.Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj announced the campaign at a press conference, stating that the initiative is being conducted under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Odisha Chief…
BSNL Mega Offers Announced with Attractive New Plans, High-Speed Internet Benefits and Added OTT Entertainment Services for Customers
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:BSNL mega offers: key highlights ā¹999 plan: Up to 200 Mbps speed, 5,000 GB data, unlimited calling and OTT benefits.ā¹150 Freedom Offer: Includes access to three OTT platforms, reportedly SonyLIV, JioHotstar and ZEE5.ā¹51 promotional offer: Available until August 31, with a SIM and 2 GB daily data for one month.BSNL users can also get unlimited calling and free national roaming under applicable…
Black Rice Cultivation Gives Women Farmers in Malkangiri a New Identity, Opening New Opportunities for Sustainable Agriculture and Better Livelihoods
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:Members of the Dharitri Self-Help Group (SHG) from Telerai village under Kalimela Block in Malkangiri district have created a new identity through black rice cultivation and processing. The group, comprising 10 women, has turned agriculture into a source of livelihood and self-reliance.The women not only cultivate black rice on their own farmland but also collect paddy from other farmers in the village,…
Odisha Chief Minister Concludes Two-Day Delhi Visit After Holding a Series of High-Level Meetings on the Stateās Development and Investment Prospects
Bhubaneswar, Aug 14 [UDN}:Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi’s two-day visit to New Delhi has concluded, with the visit emerging as a significant step towards strengthening investment and industrial development in the state. During his Delhi engagements, the Chief Minister held discussions with investors, industrialists, business leaders and representatives of major companies, highlighting Odisha’s vast investment potential, abundant natural resources, skilled workforce and investor-friendly environment.As…