Bhubaneswar, July 30: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted continued wet weather across Odisha over the next week, with thunderstorms, lightning, gusty winds, and spells of heavy rainfall expected in several parts of the state. The IMD’s Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar has issued a Yellow Warning for multiple districts, urging people to remain alert and take necessary precautions during adverse weather conditions. Several coastal and…
Odisha Steps Up Flood Relief Efforts, Ensures Quick Drainage and Public Support
Bhubaneswar, July 30: The Housing & Urban Development Department has launched emergency measures to address waterlogging and flood-related issues following heavy rainfall in several parts of Odisha. The department has directed officials to remain on high alert and ensure immediate action to protect public safety. Urban Local Bodies are working to clear stagnant water from roads, residential areas, and public places by deploying additional manpower,…
Farmer Rescued After 24 Hours Stranded on Tree During Bhadrak Floods
Bhadrak, July 30 (UDN): A farmer was rescued safely after spending nearly 24 hours stranded on a palm tree amid floodwaters in Bhadrak district. The farmer, Trilochan Sahu of Gundicha Sahi village in Dhamnagar block, had gone to his paddy field when rising floodwaters surrounded him. With no safe route back, he climbed a palm tree to save his life and remained there overnight. After…
HDFC Bank’s CSR footprint touches 10.77 crore lives till date across all States and Union Territories
Mumbai, July 30: HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector bank, has impacted over 10.77 crore lives through its CSR initiatives. Parivartan, the umbrella for these programmes, now spans all 28 States and 8 Union Territories of India. The Bank works in partnership with NGO partners, local administrations and community institutions to ensure that interventions remain locally relevant, scalable and capable of delivering sustainable long‑term impact.…
Esports Foundation and adidas Announce Landmark Partnership to Outfit Every Team at the Inaugural Esports Nations Cup
Over 100 countries and territories will wear custom adidas national jerseys at the Esports Nations Cup (ENC), equipping every team competing across 16 of the world’s most popular esports titles. The inaugural four-week event is set to take place starting November 2, 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. National team jerseys will be revealed in the coming weeks. The partnership directly supports the ongoing convergence of esports,…
Nuapada Records Odisha’s Highest Rainfall as Heavy Monsoon Rains Lash Western Districts
Bhubaneswar, Odisha — Heavy monsoon showers continued across western and southern Odisha, with Nuapada district recording the highest rainfall in the state in the last 24 hours. According to the Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar, Sinapali in Nuapada received 164 mm of rainfall, the highest during the period. Several other areas, including Khariar and Boden, also witnessed intense rainfall. The widespread showers brought relief from dry conditions but…
Heavy Rain Triggers Kanupur Dam Breach, Baitarani River Areas Put on High Alert
Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): Heavy rainfall has triggered a breach in the temporary coffer dam of the under-construction Kanupur Major Irrigation Project in Keonjhar district, prompting authorities to issue a flood alert for downstream areas along the Baitarani River. The breach occurred at Basudevpur village under Joda block after continuous rain increased pressure on the temporary earthen structure. Following the incident, authorities opened the required dam…
Blum Reflects on Historic India Mission and Martin Blum’s Meeting with Prime Minister Narendra Modi
July 30: A major free trade agreement concluded between India and the European Union quickly sparked a fresh wave of business moves. Capitalising on these major diplomatic shifts, the Blum Group’s global leadership travelled to India to secure the Austrian brand’s long-term commercial goals inside the country’s expanding economic landscape. Austrian Federal Chancellor Dr Christian Stocker came over to India for an official trade visit.…
Man Killed After Speeding Pickup Van Hits Him Near Dahita College in Bargarh
Bargarh, July 30 (UDN): A man lost his life after being hit by a speeding pickup van on the Padampur–Patnagarh road near Dahita College in Odisha’s Bargarh district on Thursday. The deceased has been identified as Sudam Bhoi. According to preliminary information, Sudam was on or near the roadside when the pickup van, travelling from Padampur towards Patnagarh, allegedly struck him near the college. The…
Odisha to Provide Optical Fibre Connectivity to 50,000 Villages Under Amended BharatNet Programme
Representational Image Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): In a major push towards strengthening digital infrastructure and expanding internet access in rural areas, Odisha is set to bring 50,000 villages under optical fibre connectivity through the Amended BharatNet Programme. 50,000 villages in Odisha to get optical fibre connectivity under Amended BharatNet. pic.twitter.com/Vh1ZLwvbHH — E&IT Department Odisha (@EIT_Odisha) July 30, 2026 The initiative, announced by the state’s Electronics…