July 6 (UDN): Heavy rainfall has triggered flash floods in Sambalpur district, leading to widespread waterlogging and disrupting normal life across several parts of the district. Amid the adverse weather conditions, one person went missing after a scooter carrying two riders was swept away by a strong surge of water in a drainage channel at Bagdihipada on the outskirts of Sambalpur. The incident occurred on Sunday…
Two Mobile Phones Sent for Forensic Analysis in IIC Beauty Mohanty Death Case
Cuttack, July 6 (UDN): Investigators probing the alleged suicide of Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) Beauty Mohanty have sent two seized mobile phones to the State Forensic Science Laboratory for detailed examination as part of the ongoing investigation. According to police sources, the devices were recovered during the investigation and are expected to provide crucial digital evidence, including call records, messages, social media activity and other electronic data…
Gadkari Reviews Key Infrastructure Projects Under NHLML
July 6: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari reviewed key projects being implemented by National Highways Logistics Management Limited (NHLML) and reaffirmed the government’s commitment to developing world-class infrastructure across the country. During the review, Gadkari described the ongoing initiatives as transformative projects that are laying the foundation for the next generation of India’s infrastructure. He emphasized the importance of building modern, efficient, and sustainable transport and logistics…
Four Held for Deer Poaching in Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary; Two Wildlife Watchers Among Accused
Angul, July 6 (UDN): The Forest Department has arrested four persons, including two wildlife watchers, for their alleged involvement in deer poaching inside the Satkosia Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha. The arrests followed a joint operation by forest officials after receiving intelligence about illegal hunting activities in the protected forest area. During the investigation, officials reportedly recovered the carcass of a deer along with weapons and…
Waterlogged underpass sparks safety concerns in Bolangir
Bolangir, July 6 (BNP): Heavy rainfall has inundated a railway underpass near Lathore in Odisha’s Khaprakhol block, disrupting normal life and posing a serious risk to commuters. The waterlogged underpass has become virtually impassable, affecting daily transportation and forcing motorists to exercise extreme caution. The situation turned critical on Sunday when a car carrying four occupants got trapped in the flooded crossing. Rescue teams and…
Super Typhoon Bavi Slams Northern Mariana Islands, Guam on High Alert
Representational Image July 6: Category 5 Super Typhoon Bavi has made landfall on Rota, bringing destructive winds, torrential rain, and dangerous conditions across the Northern Mariana Islands and Guam. With winds reaching up to 346 km/h in gusts and heavy rainfall expected, authorities have warned residents to stay indoors or move to designated shelters. The storm has already caused power outages and raised concerns over flash…
Odisha fuel dealers urge Centre to review E20 petrol rollout
Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): The rollout of E20 petrol has triggered concerns among fuel dealers in Odisha, with the Odisha Petroleum Dealers’ Association urging the Centre to reconsider its implementation. Dealers claimed that the higher ethanol blend is causing mechanical issues in vehicles that are not designed to run on E20 fuel. They said this has led to complaints from customers, with petrol pump operators…
Odisha gets first Bee Corridor on NH-16 to boost biodiversity
Bhubaneswar, July 6 (UDN): The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has launched Odisha’s first Bee Corridor along the Puintola–Ichchapuram stretch of National Highway 16 (Package-1), aiming to promote biodiversity and support honeybee conservation. The project was inaugurated by NHAI Regional Officer for Odisha Pradeep Kumar Lal along with Project Director Suraj Kumar Singh of the Bhubaneswar PIU, in partnership with the concessionaire Puintola Ichchapuram…
Berhampur–Surat Amrit Bharat Express to Run Daily
July 6 (UDN): The rail connectivity between Odisha and Gujarat has been significantly strengthened with the announcement that the Amrit Bharat Express operating between Berhampur and Surat will now run on a daily basis. Previously operating three days a week, the service has been upgraded to daily operations in response to increasing passenger demand. The decision is expected to provide greater convenience for commuters, particularly migrant…
US, Japan hold key rare earth patents despite China’s supply dominance: Report
New Delhi, July 6: China continues to dominate global rare earth mining and processing, but its advantage in the sector is facing increasing technological competition, according to a recent report. The report said that the United States and Japan hold a significant share of high-value patents in advanced rare earth technologies, particularly in areas such as high-performance magnets, electric mobility components, renewable energy systems, and…