Representational Image As rain breathes new life into rivers, forests and hills, Odisha transforms into a breathtaking landscape of emerald greens, cascading waterfalls and mist-covered mountains. Odisha, July 29 (UDN): When the monsoon arrives, Odisha transforms into a breathtaking canvas of nature. The first showers wash away the dust of summer, painting the landscape in countless shades of green. Rivers swell with renewed life, waterfalls…
Heavy Rainfall Disrupts Normal Life in Odisha: All Schools Across Bargarh District to Remain Closed on Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Bargarh , July 29 UDN}: In view of the prevailing situation caused by heavy and incessant rainfall, the Bargarh district administration has announced the closure of all schools across the district on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. The decision has been taken as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety and security of students, teachers, and school staff amid the heavy rainfall and the possibility of…
Next 24 Hours Extremely Crucial for Balasore, Bhadrak and Jajpur as Heavy Rainfall and Rising Water Levels Raise Flood Concerns
-Bhubaneswar, July 29 UDN}: The next 24 hours will be extremely crucial for Balasore, Bhadrak, and Jajpur districts.– Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari made a major announcement following a high-level meeting.– Three senior IAS officers have been assigned responsibility for flood management and controlling the situation in the three districts.– Central Range RDC Sudhanshu Mohan Samal has been assigned responsibility for Bhadrak.– K. Sudarshan Chakraborty has…
Delhi Lakshmi Yojana Approved: Government Announces Rs 2,500 Monthly Financial Assistance for Women Under New Welfare Scheme
New Delhi: July 29 UDN}:The “Delhi Lakshmi Yojana,” a major welfare initiative aimed at providing financial support and strengthening the economic independence of women, has received approval. Under the scheme, eligible women beneficiaries in Delhi will receive financial assistance of ₹2,500 every month from the government. The initiative is expected to provide significant financial relief to women, particularly those belonging to economically weaker and lower-income…
Odisha Scholarship Applications Open: Eligible Students Can Now Apply Online for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships Through Scholarship Odisha Portal
Bhubaneswar: July 29 UDN}:Applications for Pre-Matric and Post-Matric Scholarships have officially commenced on the Scholarship Odisha Portal from today. Eligible students can now apply online for the respective scholarship schemes through the official portal. The scholarship initiative is aimed at providing financial assistance to eligible students pursuing their education at different levels. The Pre-Matric scholarship is intended for students studying at the pre-matric level, while…
Continuous Heavy Rainfall in Odisha: Health Secretary Reviews Health Situation in Flood-Affected Districts Amid Rising Water Levels
Bhubaneswar, July 29 UDN}:Amid incessant and heavy rainfall across several parts of the state, the Health Secretary has conducted a detailed review of the health situation in districts that are witnessing a continuous rise in water levels and facing the possibility of flooding. The review focused on assessing the preparedness of the health administration, ensuring uninterrupted medical services, and taking timely measures to protect the…
New Initiative in Odisha Jails: Inmates to Watch Patriotic Films from Independence Day as Part of a Special Awareness and Reform Programme
Bhubaneswar, July 29 UDN}: In a new initiative aimed at promoting patriotism, national pride, and positive values among inmates, prisoners in jails across Odisha will reportedly be given an opportunity to watch patriotic films starting from Independence Day. The initiative is expected to encourage inmates to reflect on the sacrifices made by freedom fighters and the contributions of the armed forces and other national heroes.…
Odisha Government Intensifies Flood Response; High-Level Review Chaired by Revenue Minister
Bhubaneswar, July 29 (UDN): The Odisha Government is continuously reviewing the flood situation triggered by incessant rainfall and has intensified rescue, relief and rehabilitation measures in the affected districts. ଲଗାଣ ବର୍ଷାଜନିତ ବନ୍ୟା ପରିସ୍ଥିତିର ନିରନ୍ତର ସମୀକ୍ଷା କରୁଛନ୍ତି ରାଜ୍ୟ ସରକାର । ମାନ୍ୟବର ମନ୍ତ୍ରୀ ଶ୍ରୀ @sureshkpujari ଙ୍କ ଅଧ୍ୟକ୍ଷତାରେ ଉଚ୍ଚସ୍ତରୀୟ ସମୀକ୍ଷା ବୈଠକ ଅନୁଷ୍ଠିତ ହୋଇଛି । ପ୍ରଭାବିତ ଅଞ୍ଚଳରେ ସ୍ଥାନାନ୍ତରଣ, ରିଲିଫ୍ ଓ ଉଦ୍ଧାର କାର୍ଯ୍ୟକୁ ଅଧିକ ତ୍ୱରାନ୍ୱିତ କରିବାକୁ ମାନ୍ୟବର ମନ୍ତ୍ରୀ ଏହି ଅବସରରେ ନିର୍ଦ୍ଦେଶ……
Major Decision Amid Heavy Rain and Flood Threat: All Schools and Anganwadi Centres in Bhadrak and Balasore to Remain Closed
Bhubaneswar, July 29 UDN}: In view of the ongoing heavy rainfall and the deteriorating flood situation, a major decision has been taken to ensure the safety and security of children and students in the affected areas. All schools and Anganwadi centres in the districts of Bhadrak and Balasore will remain closed as a precautionary measure. The decision has been taken considering the continuous rainfall, rising…
Chief Minister Felicitates Indian Idol Winner Jyotirmayee Nayak, Announces Rs 5 Lakh Cash Award in Recognition of Her Remarkable Achievement
Bhubaneswar:July 29 UDN}: Odisha Chief Minister felicitated and honoured Jyotirmayee, the talented Odia singer who recently emerged as the winner of the popular singing reality television show Indian Idol. The Chief Minister congratulated her for bringing immense pride and recognition to Odisha through her remarkable singing talent and outstanding performance on the national platform. During the felicitation ceremony, the Chief Minister praised Jyotirmayee for her…