Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}:The Odisha Government has given priority to protecting the lives of domestic animals in flood-affected regions. Animal health camps have been organized by the Fisheries and Animal Resources Development Department in Begunia, Balipatna, and Balianta blocks of Khordha district.Along with the distribution of cattle feed in these blocks, extensive arrangements have also been made at temporary shelters for the care and management…
New 30-Bed Hospital Building Inaugurated at Kotpad Community Health Centre, Strengthening Healthcare Infrastructure and Services for Local Residents
Kotpad, Aug 8 [UDN}:A newly constructed 30-bed hospital building has been officially inaugurated at the Kotpad Community Health Centre (CHC). The inauguration marks a significant milestone in strengthening the healthcare infrastructure of the region and enhancing the quality of medical services available to local residents.The new facility has been developed to expand the hospital’s capacity to accommodate more patients while providing improved healthcare services in…
School and Mass Education Minister Lays Foundation Stones for Multiple Development Projects in Umerkote, Boosting Infrastructure and Public Welfare
Umerkote,Aug 8 [UDN}: On Tuesday, Odisha’s School and Mass Education Minister Shri Nityananda Gond laid the foundation stones for several development projects in different wards of the Umerkote Municipality area.The Minister inaugurated the foundation work of multiple projects, including an amphitheatre near the auditorium at Dangariguda in Ward No. 13, a signboard naming the road as Dr. Syama Prasad Mukherjee Road near Medical Chhak in…
Odisha Gets Its Youngest District Collector as IAS Officer Prathamesh Arvind Rajeshirke Appointed Collector of Malkangiri
Malkangiri , Aug 8 [UDN}: IAS officer Prathamesh Arvind Rajeshirke has created history by becoming the youngest District Collector of Odisha. Rajeshirke has been appointed as the District Collector of Malkangiri, making him the youngest person to hold the prestigious administrative post in the state.Born in 1996, Rajeshirke is a 2021-batch IAS officer of the Odisha cadre. At a young age, he has achieved a…
Pabitra Santa Participates in Standing Committee-IX Meeting, Discusses Comprehensive Measures to Resolve Drinking Water and Panchayati Raj Issues in the Region
Koraput, Aug 8 [UDN}: Pabitra Santa participated in the Standing Committee-IX meeting and held detailed discussions on various issues related to the Drinking Water and Panchayati Raj Departments in the region. During the meeting, he highlighted the challenges faced by the local communities and emphasized the need for effective measures to ensure timely resolution of public concerns.The discussions focused on improving drinking water facilities, strengthening…
Health Minister Dr. Mukesh Mahaling Reviews Post-Flood Health Preparedness in Dhamnagar, Directing Officials to Strengthen Medical Services and Disease Prevention Measures
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}:Odisha’s Hon’ble Minister for Health & Family Welfare and Information Technology, Dr. Mukesh Mahaling, reached Dhamnagar and visited the flood-affected areas to take stock of the situation. After the field visit, he chaired a review meeting at the Dhamnagar Community Health Centre (CHC).During the meeting, the Minister emphasized ensuring public health safety in the aftermath of the floods, maintaining the quality of…
Farmer Registration Begins for Kharif Paddy Procurement 2026–27, Farmers Urged to Complete Registration Within the Stipulated Deadline
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}: Farmer registration for the Kharif Paddy Procurement Season 2026–27 has officially commenced. The registration process will continue until August 31, 2026. Eligible farmers can register either through their Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) or by visiting the Food Odisha portal (www.foododisha.in). To complete the registration, farmers must provide their Aadhaar Card and details of the land where paddy is cultivated. The…
Farmers Must Submit Essential Documents for Paddy Sale Registration Ahead of the Upcoming Procurement Season
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}:Farmers registering to sell paddy for the procurement season must submit the following documents: 1. Aadhaar Card2. Biometric Information (Iris/Eye Scan to be collected using a biometric device)3. Mobile Number Linked with Aadhaar (for OTP verification, if available)4. Farmer Registration ID issued by the Department of Agriculture & Farmers’ Empowerment (A&FE)5. Copy of the First Page of the Bank Passbook6. Copy of…
Odisha Under Red Warning as Extremely Heavy Rainfall Is Expected Across Several Parts of the State, Authorities Urge People to Remain Alert
Bhubaneswar, Aug 8 [UDN}: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a Red Warning for Odisha due to the likelihood of extremely heavy rainfall.A severe rain spell is expected to affect several parts of the state, with one district placed under a Red Warning because of the possibility of heavy to extremely heavy rainfall.In addition, the IMD has issued a Yellow Alert for 21 districts,…
Nuakhai Muhurat Finalized in Balangir, Setting the Auspicious Date and Time for the Traditional Harvest Festival Celebration
Balangir ,Aug 8 [UDN}: The auspicious timing (Lagna) for the celebration of Nuakhai has been finalized in Balangir.The date and time were officially announced by the Royal Priest at Shailashree Palace after the Pandit Mahasabha concluded its deliberations. The Muhurat was determined based on the astrological positions (Rashi and Nakshatra) of Goddess Pataneswari, Goddess Samaleswari, and the Patna Maharaja.According to the announcement, Nabanna Lagi (the…