SINGAPORE, Aug. 6, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd. (“Seaspan”), a leading independent maritime asset owner and operator, is pleased to announce the successful issuance of a RMB 1.5 billion Panda Bond in China’s domestic bond market. The three-year private placement note was issued on July 15, 2026, with a coupon rate of 2.50% per annum. The offering was oversubscribed by Chinese onshore and international…
Odisha Farmers Can Register for Kharif Paddy Sale Till August 31
Bhubaneswar, Aug 7 (UDN): The Odisha government has started the registration process for farmers participating in the 2026 Kharif paddy procurement programme. Farmers can complete their registration between August 6 and August 31 by collecting the prescribed form from their nearest Primary Agricultural Cooperative Society (PACS) and submitting the filled application within the deadline. Applicants are required to submit copies of their Aadhaar card, Aadhaar-linked…
National Handloom Day: PM Modi Encourages Citizens to Embrace Traditional Indian Fabrics
New Delhi, Aug 7: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged citizens, especially the youth, to mark National Handloom Day by supporting India’s traditional weaving community and promoting locally made handloom products. Hon’ble PM Shri @narendramodi Ji’s message on the eve of #NationalHandloomDay is a stirring tribute to the enduring spirit of Swadeshi and the exceptional craftsmanship of our master weavers. From the iconic Sambalpuri, Bomkai,…
Lumina Datamatics Completes Acquisition of TNQTech, Creating a Global Leader in Scholarly Publishing Solutions
MUMBAI, India, Aug. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Lumina Datamatics, a global leader in content, retail support, and technology solutions, today announced the completion of its acquisition of TNQTech, a leading Chennai-based publishing technology company. This transaction marks a significant milestone in Lumina Datamatics’ organic and inorganic growth strategy and positions the combined organization among the world’s largest providers of scholarly publishing solutions. The announcement follows…
ECoR Strengthens Monsoon Safety Measures, Puts Railway Network on High Alert
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 7 (UDN): With heavy rainfall forecast across several parts of Odisha, the East Coast Railway (ECoR) has intensified its monsoon preparedness by placing field personnel on high alert and activating a comprehensive safety plan to ensure uninterrupted and safe train operations. Representational Image Railway officials said enhanced surveillance has been launched across vulnerable sections of the network, particularly in low-lying areas, flood-prone stretches,…
Odisha Pushes Farmer Registration, Digital Crop Survey Under AgriStack Mission
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 7 (UDN): The Odisha government has stepped up efforts to fast-track farmer registration and strengthen digital agriculture services as the State Level Steering Committee (SLSC) for AgriStack reviewed the implementation of the Farmer ID programme and preparations for the Kharif-2026 Digital Crop Survey (DCS). The eighth meeting of the committee, chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg at Lok Seva Bhawan, focused on improving…
Mother, 7-Year-Old Son Die After Banded Krait Bite in Odisha’s Gajapati
Gajapati, Aug. 7 (UDN): A woman and her seven-year-old son lost their lives after a venomous banded krait bit them while they were asleep at their home in Odisha’s Gajapati district, officials said on Friday. The tragic incident occurred at Kadamatal village under Rayagada block, leaving the family and the entire village in mourning. According to reports, Ajay Kumar Badaraita was sleeping with his wife…
Two Odisha Master Weavers to Be Honoured by President Murmu on National Handloom Day
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 7: Odisha’s centuries-old weaving tradition is set to receive national acclaim with two distinguished artisans from the state being selected for the country’s highest handloom honours. President Droupadi Murmu will confer the awards during the 12th National Handloom Day celebrations at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi on Friday. x.com/GovernorOdisha Ram Meher of Bargarh has been chosen for the coveted Sant…
Odisha Proud to Host BRICS Education Meetings, Says Governor at Ceremonial Dinner
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 7 (UDN): Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati on Thursday described the state’s hosting of key BRICS education meetings as a “matter of pride” while attending a ceremonial dinner organised ahead of the BRICS Education Ministerial Meeting under India’s BRICS Chairship. The event, held in Bhubaneswar, brought together Union Education Minister Pralhad Joshi, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida, state ministers, senior government officials…
Odisha Launches Project BLESS to Curb Distress Migration Through Livelihood and Skill Support
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 7 (UDN): In a major step towards reducing distress migration from rural Odisha, the Mission Shakti Department on Thursday signed a tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Centre for Research in Schemes and Policies (CRISP) and the NSE Foundation to roll out Project BLESS, a three-year initiative focused on creating sustainable livelihood opportunities for vulnerable families. The agreement was signed at Lok…