Jajpur, July 30 (UDN): Large parts of Odisha’s Jajpur district remained inundated on Thursday as swelling waters of the Baitarani, Brahmani and Kharasrota rivers triggered widespread flooding, disrupting normal life and affecting several villages, farmlands and religious sites. Officials said the district is facing one of the season’s most severe flood situations, with all three major rivers flowing above the danger mark. Although the Baitarani…
‘Gifts So Good, You’d Hate Gifting Them’, Nestasia’s Rakhi Ad Campaign, alongside a Riddhima Kapoor Sahni Collaboration
Mumbai, July 30: This Raksha Bandhan, Nestasia, India’s home, lifestyle, and kitchenware brand, is reimagining festive gifting with a playful campaign built around one thought: What if the gifts were so good, you‘d want them back? The campaign brings this idea to life through a humorous film featuring a sister who secretly returns to reclaim the Rakhi gifts she had carefully picked for her brother. Extending the campaign digitally, Nestasia has collaborated with Riddhima Kapoor Sahni on Instagram, where she explores the brand’s Raksha Bandhan collection and finds herself…
Fire Services Launch Rescue Operation to Shift Pregnant Woman to Hospital in Flood-Hit Balasore
Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): The Odisha Fire and Emergency Services on Thursday launched a rescue operation to evacuate a pregnant woman from a flood-affected village in Balasore district and transport her safely to a hospital for medical care. Balasore Fire Services team is rescuing a pregnant woman from Bhagirathipur village and shifting her to the hospital with the assistance of ASHA workers and her family…
Kolkata Police Boosts Festive Security with Upgraded Durga Suraksha Squad Gear
Kolkata, July 30: Kolkata Police has introduced new uniforms and helmets for its Durga Suraksha Squad as part of preparations to enhance safety and security during the upcoming Durga Puja celebrations. The upgraded equipment will help squad members remain easily identifiable while managing crowds, assisting visitors, and responding quickly to emergencies during the festival. The move is aimed at improving coordination and strengthening security arrangements…
Odisha Records Significant Rainfall Under Active Monsoon; IMD Releases Latest District-Wise Data
Nuapada Records Odisha’s Highest Rainfall at 164 mm; IMD Reports 8 Very Heavy Rainfall Stations Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): Several parts of Odisha witnessed intense monsoon showers during the last 24 hours, with Nuapada district recording the highest rainfall in the state, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Chief amount of Rainfall (in mm) recorded at 0830 Hrs IST of 30.07.2026#Odisha #monsoon #monsoon2026 #rainfall…
Khordha Administration Tightens Flood Preparedness, Deploys Officials for Emergency Response
Khordha, July 30 (UDN): The Khordha district administration has stepped up flood preparedness measures as heavy rainfall and rising water levels create challenging conditions in several areas. The Collector and District Magistrate has cancelled all official leaves for government employees for the next four days and directed officials to remain available at their respective headquarters. Those currently on leave have been asked to return immediately to…
Slow-Moving Weather System Keeps Odisha on Alert as Heavy Rainfall Continues
Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): A deep depression over the Chhattisgarh–Madhya Pradesh region continues to influence weather conditions across central and eastern India, bringing prolonged rainfall and prompting authorities to remain vigilant in affected areas. The weather system has shown very little movement in recent hours, resulting in extended periods of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several locations. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the…
Texmaco Rail, Touax and TrinityRail Plan 100 New Rakes to Strengthen India’s Freight Network
New Delhi, July 30: Texmaco Rail & Engineering, in collaboration with Touax and TrinityRail, has announced plans to invest in 100 rail rakes in India over the next three to five years, marking a major step towards strengthening the country’s freight transportation infrastructure. The partnership aims to increase the availability of modern rail freight assets, improve logistics efficiency, and support the growing movement of goods across…
Floods and Heavy Rain Force Closure of Schools, Anganwadi Centres in Four Odisha Districts
Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): The Odisha government has ordered the closure of schools and Anganwadi centres in four districts on Thursday as heavy rainfall and the prevailing flood situation continue to disrupt normal life in several parts of the state. According to district administrations, all government and private schools, along with Anganwadi centres, will remain closed in Bhadrak, Jajpur, Nabarangpur and Kalahandi as a precautionary…
Seven-Year-Old Schoolgirl Found Dead Hours After Going Missing From Bhubaneswar School
Bhubaneswar, July 30 (UDN): A seven-year-old girl, who reportedly went missing from her school in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, was found dead later in the day in a water tank inside the Reserve Police Colony, triggering grief and raising serious questions over student safety. The deceased, a Class II student of a government school in the Acharya Vihar area, had left home for school in the…