Sonepur, Aug 4 (UDN): A 10-foot-long python was safely rescued from the premises of Sriram Mahavidyalaya at Rampur in Odisha’s Sonepur district after it was found hiding beneath a staircase of the college building. The reptile was spotted by college staff and students, following which the Forest Department was alerted. A team of forest officials reached the campus and carried out a careful rescue operation…
Three-Tier Security Blanket for President Murmu’s Special Train Ride to Berhampur
Bhubaneswar, Aug 4 (UDN): Elaborate security arrangements have been put in place for President Droupadi Murmu’s special train journey from Bhubaneswar to Berhampur on Tuesday, with multiple security agencies coordinating to ensure a smooth and safe travel experience. The President, who is on a three-day visit to Odisha, will travel by a special train from Bhubaneswar to Berhampur, marking a rare rail journey by a…
CM Greets Journalists on Odia Journalism Day, Hails Media’s Role in Strengthening Democracy
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 4 (UDN): On the occasion of Odia Journalism Day, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi extended his greetings and congratulations to journalists across the state, acknowledging their contribution to safeguarding truth, impartiality and public interest. ଓଡ଼ିଆ ସାମ୍ବାଦିକତା ଦିବସ ସମସ୍ତ ସାମ୍ବାଦିକ ଭାଇ ଓ ଭଉଣୀଙ୍କୁ ମୋର ହାର୍ଦ୍ଦିକ ଶୁଭେଚ୍ଛା ଓ ଅଭିନନ୍ଦନ।ଗଣତନ୍ତ୍ରର ସୁଦୃଢ଼ ସ୍ତମ୍ଭ ଭାବେ ସତ୍ୟ, ନିରପେକ୍ଷତା ଓ ଜନସ୍ୱାର୍ଥର ସୁରକ୍ଷାରେ ଆପଣଙ୍କ ଅବଦାନ ପ୍ରଶଂସନୀୟ। ସମାଜକୁ ସଚେତନ, ସଶକ୍ତ ଓ…
Nabarangpur’s Maa Pendarani Annual Yatra Celebrated with Religious Fervour
Nabarangpur, Aug. 4 (UDN): The annual yatra of Maa Pendarani Temple, the presiding deity of Umarkote in Odisha’s Nabarangpur district, was celebrated with great devotion and traditional fervour on Tuesday. 💠ନବରଙ୍ଗପୁର ଜିଲ୍ଲାର ଉମରକୋଟର ଅଧିଷ୍ଠାତ୍ରୀ ଦେବୀ ମା’ ପେଣ୍ଡରାଣୀଙ୍କ ବାର୍ଷିକ ଯାତ୍ରା ଅନୁଷ୍ଠିତ ହୋଇଛି। 💠ବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ ଓ ଗଣଶିକ୍ଷା ମନ୍ତ୍ରୀ ନିତ୍ୟାନନ୍ଦ ଗଣ୍ଡ ଯାତ୍ରାରେ ସାମିଲ ହୋଇ ମା’ଙ୍କ ଦର୍ଶନ କରିବା ସହ ଆଶୀର୍ବାଦ ଲାଭ କରିଛନ୍ତି । #Nabarangpur @NityanandaBJP pic.twitter.com/M1NIKJESX7 — DD News Odia (@DDNewsOdia)…
Revenue Minister Conducts High-Level Review of Situation; District Administrations Directed to Remain Alert 24×7, Public Advised to Call 112 for Emergency Assistance
Bhubaneswar, Aug 4 [UDN}:To further strengthen disaster preparedness and response, 17 NDRF teams, ODRAF teams, and around 60 Fire Services teams have been deployed at various vulnerable locations. As a precautionary measure, District Collectors have been empowered to declare closure of educational institutions in affected areas as per the requirement. All government officials have also been instructed to remain prepared and vigilant for disaster management…
BMC Identifies 4,632 Properties for Action Against Illegal Construction, Commercial Misuse
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 4 (UDN): The Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has identified 4,632 properties across the city for alleged unauthorised construction and illegal commercial use, with enforcement action set to begin in the coming weeks. Representational Image The crackdown follows a notification issued by the Housing and Urban Development Department on September 4, 2025, as well as recent directions from the Supreme Court of India, which…
Artificial Intelligence Skill Development Workshop Inaugurated at Rama Devi Women’s University Under the Guidance of Higher Education Department
Bhubaneswar, Aug 4 [UDN}:The guests emphasized the importance of the use of AI in the fields of education and administration, advanced research in artificial intelligence, and the need to equip students, academicians, researchers, and administrative officers with the necessary skills in the AI domain. They highlighted the importance of effective implementation and proper utilization of AI technology for future development and innovation.
‘Subhadra Shakti Vision Conference’ to Strengthen Odisha’s Development Roadmap by Promoting Women’s Leadership, Public Participation, and Inclusive Growth
Bhubaneswar, Aug 4 [UDN}:The conference represents a significant step towards recognizing and empowering the immense potential of women as key contributors to social and economic transformation. Through active participation, shared responsibilities, and community-driven initiatives, the platform aims to create new opportunities for women’s empowerment, entrepreneurship, skill development, and leadership in various sectors.By bringing together women representatives, self-help groups, community leaders, policymakers, and stakeholders, the Subhadra…
President Murmu to Travel to Berhampur by Special Train on Day Two of Odisha Visit
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 4 (UDN): President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to travel from Bhubaneswar to Berhampur by a special Presidential train on Tuesday as part of her three-day visit to Odisha. The President arrived in the state aboard a special train from New Delhi. Her onward rail journey from Bhubaneswar to Berhampur is expected to take around two hours and ten minutes. As part of the…
‘Vande Mataram’ to Echo in Schools Across the Country as Rajya Sabha Passes the ‘Vande Mataram’ Bill
Bhubaneswar, Aug 4 [UDN}:New provisions introduced for singing ‘Vande Mataram’ in schools.Rajya Sabha approves the ‘Vande Mataram’ Bill.A major step in the education sector.New law regarding the singing of ‘Vande Mataram’ in schools.Parliament takes a major decision on ‘Vande Mataram’ singing.The song will be performed in schools to promote national spirit.‘Vande Mataram’ Bill receives the green signal.Important Bill passed in the Rajya Sabha.Disrespecting ‘Vande Mataram’…