Bhubaneswar, July 28 (UDN): On the occasion of World Nature Conservation Day, a renewed call has been made for collective action to protect nature and preserve ecological balance for the well-being of present and future generations. ବିଶ୍ୱ ପ୍ରକୃତି ସଂରକ୍ଷଣ ଦିବସ ଅବସରରେ ପ୍ରକୃତିର ସୁରକ୍ଷା ଓ ପରିବେଶ ସନ୍ତୁଳନ ରକ୍ଷା ପାଇଁ ଆସନ୍ତୁ ଆମେ ସମସ୍ତେ ମିଳିତ ଭାବେ ସଙ୍କଳ୍ପବଦ୍ଧ ହେବା । ବୃକ୍ଷରୋପଣ, ଜଳ ସଂରକ୍ଷଣ ଓ ଜୈବ ବିବିଧତାର ସୁରକ୍ଷା ମାଧ୍ୟମରେ ସବୁଜ…
Heavy Rains Lash Odisha, Balasore Records 246.6 mm Rainfall
Bhubaneswar, July 28 (UDN): Several parts of Odisha witnessed intense rainfall over the past 24 hours as a deep depression brought heavy to extremely heavy showers across the state, affecting normal life in many districts. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Balasore recorded the highest rainfall of 246.6 mm, followed by Nilgiri, Jajpur, and Remuna, which also received exceptionally heavy showers. The IMD reported…
Bhubaneswar Tragedy: Family Dispute Turns Fatal, Son Accused in Father’s Death
Bhubaneswar, July 28 (UDN): A shocking incident in Odisha’s capital city has drawn attention after a man was allegedly involved in the death of his father following a family dispute in the Mancheswar area. The incident took place near Manchanath High School in Chakeisiani, where police received information about the alleged attack. According to preliminary reports, a dispute within the family reportedly escalated, resulting in…
Odisha CM Conducts 19th Public Grievance Hearing; 96% of Petitions Addressed
Bhubaneswar, July 28 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Monday chaired the 19th edition of the state’s Public Grievance Hearing at the Chief Minister’s Grievance Cell in Unit-II, reaffirming the government’s focus on accessible and responsive governance. The hearing witnessed the participation of six state ministers, who interacted directly with citizens from different districts and listened to their grievances alongside senior government officials.…
Woman Allegedly Murdered by Estranged Husband in Bhubaneswar; Suicide Angle Suspected to Have Been Staged
Bhubaneswar, July 28 (UDN): A woman was allegedly murdered by her estranged husband following a domestic dispute in Bhubaneswar’s Chakeisiani area, with the accused reportedly attempting to pass off the crime as a case of suicide, police said. The incident took place at Sahu Colony under the jurisdiction of Mancheswar Police Station. Police personnel rushed to the spot after receiving information and launched an investigation.…
Heavy Downpour Leaves Udala Flooded, Farmers Face Losses
Udala, July 28 (UDN): Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding in Udala area of Mayurbhanj district, affecting daily life as floodwaters entered homes and submerged large stretches of agricultural land. The situation worsened after incessant rain since Monday night caused water levels to rise rapidly in several areas, leaving residents facing difficulties and disrupting normal activities. Several low-lying locations have been affected, with farmland…
Odisha Govt Renames Phulbani Medical College After Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswati, Approves INR 13 Crore for Jalespata Ashram Development
Phulbani, July 28 (UDN): The Odisha government has announced that the Government Medical College and Hospital in Phulbani, Kandhamal district, will be renamed in honour of Swami Lakshmanananda Saraswati, recognising his contribution to tribal welfare and education in the region. Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi made the announcement, stating that the decision has been taken to commemorate the saint’s lifelong service to the tribal communities…
Udala Battles Floods as Relentless Rain Sweeps Mayurbhanj
Udala, July 28 (UDN): Continuous heavy rainfall has triggered severe flooding in Udala area of Mayurbhanj district, affecting daily life as floodwaters entered homes and submerged large stretches of agricultural land. The situation worsened after incessant rain since Monday night caused water levels to rise rapidly in several areas, leaving residents facing difficulties and disrupting normal activities. Several low-lying locations have been affected, with farmland…
Young Indian Climber Amieyra Khoslla Shines on World Stage
New Delhi, July 28: Young Indian climber Amieyra Khoslla has achieved a remarkable milestone by setting a new national record at the World Youth Climbing Championships, bringing recognition to India on the international sporting stage. The record-breaking performance reflects Khoslla’s dedication, determination, and years of hard work in the demanding sport of climbing. Her achievement has highlighted the growing presence of Indian athletes in global…
Indian Railways to Roll Out Token System for Tatkal Counter Bookings From August 1
Representational Image New initiative aims to cut long queues and streamline reservation process at railway counters Bhubaneswar, July 28 (UDN): Passengers booking Tatkal train tickets at railway reservation counters will soon have a more organised experience, as Indian Railways is introducing a token-based system from August 1 to reduce overcrowding and improve efficiency. The initiative, launched by the West Central Railway (WCR), is designed to…