Kendrapara: July 31 UDN}:Severe flooding has affected 97 villages across four blocks of Kendrapara district after the Brahmani, Kani, and Kharasrota rivers overflowed due to continuous heavy rainfall and rising water levels. Large areas have been submerged, leaving thousands of residents stranded and disrupting normal life. The floodwaters have entered villages, agricultural fields, roads, and low-lying areas, cutting off communication and making transportation extremely difficult.…
Indian Idol Winner Jyotirmayee Nayak Receives Grand Felicitation at Naveen Niwas, Honoured for Bringing National Glory to Odisha
Bhubaneswar, July 31 UDN}: Indian Idol winner Jyotirmayee Nayak was accorded a warm and grand felicitation at Naveen Niwas in recognition of her remarkable achievement. She was honored for bringing immense pride to Odisha by winning one of India’s most prestigious and widely watched singing reality shows. During the felicitation ceremony, Jyotirmayee received heartfelt congratulations and best wishes for her outstanding success in the music…
Bhadrak Gets a New Administrative Head as IAS Officer Somesh Kumar Upadhyay Takes Charge with a Major Leadership Responsibility
Bhadrak, July 31 UDN}: Bhadrak district has welcomed a new administrative leader as Somesh Kumar Upadhyay has been appointed to a key leadership position, taking charge as the district’s new administrative head. His appointment marks an important step in strengthening governance and ensuring the effective implementation of government policies, welfare schemes, and development initiatives across the district. As the new District Magistrate and Collector, Upadhyay…
Bhubaneswar Weather Update: Rainfall Intensity Expected to Increase from August 2; Fresh Low-Pressure Area Likely to Develop Around August 9
Bhubaneswar: July 31 UDN}:The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has indicated that rainfall activity across Odisha is expected to intensify from August 2, bringing moderate to heavy showers to several parts of the state. Weather experts have also predicted the possibility of the formation of another low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal around August 9, which could further enhance rainfall across Odisha and neighboring regions.…
Revenue Minister Conducts Extensive Aerial Survey of Flood-Affected Areas; Comprehensive Damage Assessment to Begin Once Floodwaters Fully Recede
Bhubaneswar, July 31 UDN}: The Revenue and Disaster Management Minister carried out an extensive aerial survey of the flood-affected regions to review the prevailing flood situation and assess the scale of the disaster. During the aerial inspection, the Minister observed the inundated villages, submerged agricultural fields, damaged infrastructure, and the overall impact of the floods on people living in the affected districts. The Minister stated…
From Cutting Smartphone Glass to “Painting” with Light: 3 Applications of Femtosecond Lasers
Nikolajus Gavrillinas, co-founder and CEO of LITILIT. (Source: LITILIT) Femtosecond lasers are among the most advanced tools in precision manufacturing and can shape materials with great precision without damaging surrounding structures. According to experts at LITILIT, one of the biggest barriers to mass adoption of femtosecond lasers is that they evolved from laboratory-grade systems and are notoriously difficult to produce at scale. July 29, Vilnius,…
6 Lakh Affected By Odisha Floods; Govt Intensifies Relief, Rescue Operations
Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN) : Nearly six lakh people across five districts have been affected by the ongoing flood situation in Odisha, with Jajpur, Bhadrak and Balasore emerging as the worst-hit districts, Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari said on Thursday. Reviewing the flood response, the Minister informed that 1.65 lakh people have already been evacuated from vulnerable areas and shifted to safer locations.…
Star Health reports normalised PAT of ₹ 386 Crores in Q1 FY27, up 44% YoY; Underwriting Profit increases sharply to ₹ 111 Crores, compared to ₹ 16 Crores in Q1 FY26
CHENNAI, India, July 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (“Star Health”), India’s largest standalone health insurer, today announced its financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2026 (Q1 FY27). The Company posted a normalised Profit After Tax (PAT) of ₹ 386 Crores, an increase of 44% YoY, driven by healthy premium growth, disciplined underwriting and sustained operating efficiencies. Underwriting…
Odisha Flood Situation Improves as Government Continues Relief and Monitoring Operations
Bhubaneswar, July 30: The flood situation in Odisha is showing signs of improvement as rainfall intensity has reduced and river water levels have started declining in several affected regions. However, the state government continues to closely monitor vulnerable areas and maintain relief operations. Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari reviewed the latest flood situation and conducted an aerial survey of the worst-affected districts, including Jajpur,…
Timely Rescue Brings Relief as 13 Farmers Saved from Rising River Waters in Bolangir
Bolangir, July 30 (UDN): A coordinated rescue effort helped save 13 farmers who were trapped in the flooded Undar River in Odisha’s Bolangir district after heavy rainfall caused water levels to rise. The farmers were stranded in the river area as floodwaters surrounded them, leaving them unable to return safely. After receiving information, teams from the local Fire Services and Titilagarh administration quickly reached the spot…