Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 (UDN): Odisha’s long-standing handicraft tradition received a major national recognition as Ram Meher of Bargarh and Prafulla Kumar Sahu of Jagatsinghpur were honoured with the Sant Kabir Handicrafts Award-2025 and National Handicrafts Award-2025, respectively. ଜାତୀୟ ହସ୍ତତନ୍ତ ଦିବସ ଅବସରରେ ମାନ୍ୟବର ରାଷ୍ଟ୍ରପତି ଶ୍ରୀମତୀ ଦ୍ରୌପଦୀ ମୁର୍ମୁଙ୍କ ଦ୍ୱାରା ‘ସନ୍ଥ କବୀର ହସ୍ତତନ୍ତ ପୁରସ୍କାର-୨୦୨୫’ ଓ ‘ଜାତୀୟ ହସ୍ତତନ୍ତ ପୁରସ୍କାର-୨୦୨୫’ରେ ସମ୍ମାନିତ ହୋଇଥିବା ବରଗଡ଼ର ଶ୍ରୀ ରାମ ମେହେର ଏବଂ ଜଗତସିଂହପୁରର ଶ୍ରୀ ପ୍ରଫୁଲ୍ଲ…
EuroWeb: From Ancient Threads to Digital Platforms
Aug 8: Every piece of fabric has a story to tell. The colours, patterns and weaves of each piece reveal centuries of craft, trade and cultural exchange. Some of these stories are hidden in the mineralised textiles of Pompeii, while others lie in the ancient silk routes that once connected Asia and Europe, or in the wool and dyes that clothed everyone from kings to…
Odisha Attracts Rs 43,437 Crore Food-Processing Proposals, Strengthening Growth and Jobs Outlook
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8: Odisha has attracted investment proposals worth Rs 43,437 crore at the Odisha FoodPro 2026 summit in New Delhi, giving fresh momentum to the state’s efforts to build a larger food-processing industry and create more jobs outside the state’s major urban centres. Pic Credit: https://x.com/CMO_Odisha The proposals were received through 27 MoUs worth Rs 41,748 crore and 12 investment-intent forms involving another Rs…
Rayagada District Administration Signs MoU to Strengthen Development Initiatives and Improve Public Services Across the District
Rayagada , Aug 8 [UDN}:Administration and Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL). Under the “Ama Rasta-25-26” initiative, MCL has approved CSR financial assistance of ₹10.29 crore for the construction of eight rural road projects in the Muniguda Block of Rayagada district. The initiative aims to improve rural connectivity and strengthen infrastructure in the region.
Preparatory Meeting Held in Jeypore Ahead of 80th Sub-Divisional-Level Independence Day Celebrations
Jeypore, Aug 8 [UDN}:A detailed preparatory meeting was held in Jeypore city to ensure the successful and grand celebration of the 80th Sub-Divisional Level Independence Day. The meeting focused on making necessary arrangements for the national event, including security measures, venue preparation, cultural programmes, cleanliness drives, decoration, and other essential facilities.Officials from various departments participated in the meeting and discussed their respective responsibilities for the…
Very Heavy Rainfall to Lash Odisha; IMD Issues Weather Warning for Today and Tomorrow Amid Rising Rain Threat
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}:The Odisha weather department has issued a warning of very heavy rainfall across several parts of the state today and tomorrow. Residents in the affected districts have been advised to remain alert and take necessary precautions amid the possibility of intense rain activity.The warning has been issued particularly for districts including Keonjhar, Sundargarh, Sambalpur, Kandhamal, and Kalahandi, where heavy to very heavy…
Odisha Legislative Assembly Public Accounts Committee Meeting Held with Chairperson Smt. Pramila Mallik Leading Key Deliberations on Public Financial Accountability
Bhubaneswar: Aug 8 [UDN}:The Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Smt. Pramila Mallik, attended the committee meeting held at the Assembly premises. During the meeting, discussions were held on various matters related to government expenditure, financial accountability, audit observations, and ensuring transparency in the functioning of public institutions.The Public Accounts Committee plays a crucial role in examining government accounts…
Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida Reviews Flood Situation in Bhadrak’s Tihidi Block, Visits Affected Areas and Assesses Relief and Restoration Measures
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}: Hon’ble Deputy Chief Minister of Odisha, Smt. Pravati Parida, today visited the flood-affected areas of Govindpur and Barasar Gram Panchayats under Tihidi Block in Bhadrak district and reviewed the prevailing situation.During her visit, the Deputy Chief Minister interacted with local residents, listened to their concerns, and took stock of the difficulties faced by people due to the flood situation. She also…
Minister Rabi Naik Reviews Flood Damage Assessment and Restoration Work in Keonjhar, Directs Officials to Ensure Timely Assistance for All Affected People
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}: Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water and Rural Development Minister Shri Rabi Naik conducted a detailed review of the flood damage assessment and restoration activities in Keonjhar district.During the review meeting, the Minister emphasized that providing timely support and essential assistance to flood-affected people must remain the top priority until the situation returns completely to normal. He directed officials to ensure effective…
Heavy Rainfall Likely Across Odisha for the Next 48 Hours as IMD Issues Orange Alert for Mayurbhanj, Urging Residents to Remain Vigilant
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}: The southwest monsoon has become active over Odisha, with rainfall activity expected to continue across the state for the next 48 hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of the state.According to the weather department, widespread rainfall is likely during the next 24 hours, with many districts expected to receive significant…