SVKM’s NMIMS Horizon Expands AI-Embedded Learning to Undergraduate Education

 ~ Curriculum-Embedded AI learning to be introduced across undergraduate programmes at NMIMS campuses ~ MUMBAI, India, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Building on the successful implementation of NMIMS Horizon in management education, SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS) Deemed-to-be University officially extended the initiative to undergraduate programmes on 3 August, 2026. The next phase brings AI-focused learning to the Schools of Engineering, Science,…

Wild Elephant Separated from Herd Sparks Fear in Odisha’s Banki

Cuttack, Aug. 5 (UDN): A lone wild elephant has sparked fear among residents of Pathapur village in the Dampada region of Banki after becoming separated from its herd and venturing close to human settlements.  Representational Image According to local sources, a herd of elephants entered agricultural fields in the area during the night, damaging standing crops across several farmlands before moving back towards the nearby…

Chandigarh University Launches Heritage Tree Conservation Project to Digitally Map and Preserve Centuries-Old Heritage Trees in Mohali

Department of Biosciences at Chandigarh University receives a grant of ₹11-Lakh from Punjab Biodiversity Board; 100 Heritage Trees in Kharar already Mapped CHANDIGARH, India, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As rapid urbanization and infrastructure expansion continue to threaten centuries-old trees of ecological, cultural and religious significance, the need for a systematic scientific approach for their identification and conservation has become essential. Taking a significant step towards…

Commissionerate Police Issue Cyber Alert Over Fake Income Tax Notices on WhatsApp

Bhubaneswar, Aug. 5 (UDN): The Commissionerate Police on Tuesday issued a public advisory cautioning taxpayers against a surge in fake Income Tax notices being circulated through WhatsApp, warning that cybercriminals are exploiting the ongoing belated Income Tax Return (ITR) filing season to defraud unsuspecting citizens. Pic Credit: x.com/cpbbsrctc WhatsApp ରେ ଆସୁଥିବା ନକଲି Income Tax Notice, Link କିମ୍ବା Attachment ଠକେଇର ମାଧ୍ୟମ ହୋଇପାରେ।❌ ଅଜଣା .zip କିମ୍ବା .exe…

Shopkeeper Seriously Injured After Lightning Strike During Rain in Odisha’s Keonjhar

Keonjhar, Aug. 5 (UDN): A garment shopkeeper sustained serious injuries after a lightning strike reportedly hit near his roadside stall while he was using a mobile phone in Odisha’s Keonjhar district on Tuesday afternoon. The incident occurred at Sudusudia village under the Ghasipura police station limits during a spell of rain and thunderstorms. The injured has been identified as Firoz Ali, who was running a garment…

Coal-Laden Lorry Plunges 30 Feet Near Bridge in Odisha’s Angul, Driver Critically Injured

Angul, Aug. 5 (UDN): A coal-laden lorry met with a serious accident after reportedly losing control and plunging nearly 30 feet off the road near Manetri Bridge in Athmallik block of Odisha’s Angul district on Wednesday morning. The driver sustained critical injuries in the mishap. According to preliminary reports, the vehicle was returning towards Banarpal after unloading coal at Kiagata when the driver allegedly lost…

Sacred Rath Yatra Chariot Wheels to Find Permanent Place at Rashtrapati Bhavan

Bhubaneswar, Aug. 5: In a significant recognition of Odisha’s cultural and spiritual legacy, the sacred wheels of the three chariots used during Puri’s annual Rath Yatra will soon be installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi.  Representational Image  The announcement was made by Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) Chief Administrator Arabinda Padhee, who said the proposal received the approval of President Droupadi Murmu during a…

Odisha Signs 10 MoUs to Transform Healthcare, Boost Trauma Care, Medical Education and Diagnostic Services

Bhubaneswar, Aug. 5 (UDN): In a significant move aimed at strengthening the state’s healthcare ecosystem, the Odisha Health and Family Welfare Department on Tuesday signed 10 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) with leading healthcare institutions and organisations. The agreements are expected to improve trauma care, medical education, diagnostic infrastructure, public health services and the integration of traditional Indian systems of medicine across the state. ରାଜ୍ୟବାସୀଙ୍କ ପାଇଁ…

NuSummit Joins CREST AI Charter Founding Signatories to Advance Trusted AI in Cybersecurity

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Artificial intelligence is changing how organizations approach cybersecurity, from threat detection to security operations. As adoption accelerates, trust, transparency, and accountability are becoming the deciding factors in its success. NuSummit Cybersecurity today announced it has become a Founding Signatory of the CREST AI Charter, joining a group of leading cybersecurity organizations committed to promoting the responsible use of AI…

Hettich’s Quadro V6 Concealed Drawer Runner Offers Premium Furniture Performance

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As demand for premium modular furniture evolves across residential, commercial, and hospitality projects, manufacturers are placing greater emphasis on concealed hardware that combines design flexibility, production efficiency, and long-term reliability. Interior design continues to favour cleaner, minimalist aesthetics. And many consumers are opting for concealed hardware that delivers smooth operation and quiet closing without compromising performance. Designed to…