Bhubaneswar, Aug 1 [UDN}: The state government is giving top priority to increasing the income of farmers across the state. To strengthen the agricultural sector and improve the livelihoods of cultivators, it has been implementing a range of farmer-centric initiatives and support measures. As a result, the state’s agriculture budget has been increasing year after year, reflecting the government’s continued commitment to agricultural development, enhanced…
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi to Conduct Aerial Survey of Flood-Affected Districts Today
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 1 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will undertake an aerial survey of the state’s flood-hit regions on Saturday to review the flood situation and assess the damage caused by the recent heavy rains and overflowing rivers. The aerial inspection is scheduled to commence at 10 am and will cover some of the worst-affected districts, including Jajpur, Bhadrak, Balasore and Keonjhar. The…
Bhadrak Gets a New District Collector as IAS Officer Somesh Kumar Upadhyay Assumes Charge of the District Administration
Bhadrak, Aug 1 [UDN}: Current Position: District Collector and District Magistrate, Somesh Upadhyay (IAS, 2017 Batch) has been appointed as the new District Collector and District Magistrate of Bhadrak. As part of the Odisha government’s latest administrative reshuffle, Somesh Upadhyay has been appointed as the District Collector of Bhadrak. Somesh Upadhyay (IAS, 2017 Batch) has been appointed as the new District Collector and District Magistrate…
Navodaya Vidyalaya Entrance Examination Application Deadline Extended, Giving Students More Time to Complete the Registration Process
Bhubaneswar, Aug 1 [UDN}: The last date for submitting applications for the Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) Entrance Examination has been extended to August 7, 2026. The extension provides additional time for eligible students and their parents to complete the online registration process and submit the required documents without any last-minute rush.Candidates who have not yet applied are advised to make use of this extended deadline…
Adani Group Plans ₹1.5 Lakh Crore Energy Push in Odisha, Eyes 22,000+ Jobs
Bhubaneswar, Aug 1 (UDN): The Adani Group has proposed an investment of approximately ₹1.5 lakh crore in Odisha’s energy sector, outlining plans to establish large-scale nuclear, thermal and pumped storage power projects that could generate over 22,000 direct and indirect employment opportunities. Representational Image The investment proposal was presented to Deputy Chief Minister and Energy Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo during a meeting at Kharavela…
Jagannath Temple Management Committee Gets a New President as Jeypore MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati Takes Charge of the Prestigious Religious Body
Jeypore, Aug 1 [UDN}: Jeypore MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati has been appointed as the President of the committee. Ayodhya Nath Samal has been named the Secretary, while Ajit Patra has been appointed Vice President. Jagannath Das will serve as the Joint Secretary, and Ramachandra Rao has been appointed as the Treasurer.The newly constituted committee is expected to oversee the administration, development, and smooth management of…
Senior Advocate Sudhir Sadangi of Jeypore Passes Away, Legal Fraternity and Citizens Mourn the Loss of a Distinguished Lawyer
Jeypore, Aug 1 [UDN}: Senior advocate Sudhir Sadangi, a highly respected legal professional from Jeypore, has passed away, leaving behind a deep sense of grief among the legal fraternity, his colleagues, friends, and the local community. Widely admired for his dedication to the legal profession, unwavering commitment to justice, and years of distinguished service, Mr. Sadangi earned immense respect throughout his career. His demise marks…
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi Directs Uninterrupted Food Security and Faster Relief Measures for Flood-Affected People Across the State
Bhubaneswar, Aug 1 [ UDN}: Keeping in view the flood situation that has developed in various parts of the state, Hon’ble Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed the authorities to ensure uninterrupted food security for the affected people and to expedite all relief and rehabilitation operations. Special emphasis has been placed on ensuring that no flood-affected individual suffers from a shortage of food. Accordingly,…
MKCG Medical College Forms Five-Member Panel to Probe Alleged PG Exam Malpractice
Berhampur, July 31 (UDN): Maharaja Krishna Chandra Gajapati (MKCG) Medical College and Hospital, Berhampur, has constituted a five-member inquiry committee to investigate allegations of malpractice during the postgraduate (MD/MS) examination following recent media reports. The committee was formed through an office order issued by the Dean and Principal of the institution on July 30. The panel has been asked to examine the alleged incident, which…
Bybit Dual Asset Now Upgraded with New Simulator and Expanded VIP Access
DUBAI, UAE, July 31, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, is pleased to announce new upgrades to Bybit Dual Asset, introducing a newly added simulator, a simplified interface and expanded access to VIP-tier products for all users. Bybit Dual Asset is a short-term, non-principal-protected structured investment product with built-in yield. It allows users to set a target price to buy…