Balasore, July 27 (UDN): The famous Baba Panchalingeswar Temple in Odisha’s Balasore district has been temporarily closed for devotees due to heavy and continuous rainfall, with rising water levels in the hill streams creating safety concerns. The temple trust board closed the main entrance as a precautionary step after strong water flow over the Panchalinga (five lingams) inside the stone cave made darshan and Jalabhishek…
Shri Pralhad Joshi Assumes Charge as Union Minister of Education; Reviews Key Initiatives and Schemes
New Delhi, July 27: Shri Pralhad Joshi today assumed charge as the Union Minister of Education at Kartavya Bhavan, New Delhi. Soon after assuming office, the Minister chaired a comprehensive review meeting with senior officials of the Ministry of Education to assess the progress of various flagship schemes, programmes, and key initiatives being implemented across the country. During the meeting, he took stock of the…
Rajasthan’s Widest Mukundra Tunnel Opens for Traffic on Delhi-Mumbai Expressway
Jaipur, July 27: Traffic movement through Rajasthan’s widest Mukundra Tunnel on the Delhi-Mumbai Expressway officially began on Monday, marking a major milestone in the state’s road infrastructure development. The 4.9-kilometre twin-tube tunnel has initially been opened for cars, emergency vehicles and trial operations. Located near Kota, the tunnel is expected to improve connectivity, ease traffic movement and reduce travel difficulties along the expressway corridor. The…
Deep Depression Over Bay of Bengal Brings Heavy Rain Alert Across Odisha and West Bengal
Bhubaneswar, July 27 (UDN): The depression over the northwest Bay of Bengal and adjoining Odisha-West Bengal coast has intensified into a deep depression, raising concerns over heavy rainfall and strong winds in coastal areas. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the weather system is moving slowly north-northwestwards and is expected to cross the coast between Balasore in Odisha and Canning in West Bengal. Under the…
Padma Shri Sudarsan Pattnaik Creates Sand Art on Niladri Bije and Rasagola Dibasa
Puri, July 27 Padma Shri awardee and renowned sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik created a special sand sculpture at Puri Beach to mark the auspicious occasions of Niladri Bije and Rasagola Dibasa. Jai Jagannath🙏 pic.twitter.com/XMpBKV3c0r — Sudarsan Pattnaik (@sudarsansand) July 27, 2026 The 7-foot sand artwork depicts Lord Jagannath offering Rasagola to Goddess Lakshmi, symbolising love, devotion and the traditional bond associated with the…
Sooryavanshi Shines with Historic 81-Run Knock
Harare, July 27: Teenage batting sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi delivered a historic performance on the cricket field, playing a stunning 81-run knock off just 49 balls to help India secure a commanding victory over Zimbabwe in the third T20I. The young opener showcased remarkable composure and aggressive stroke play, taking on the Zimbabwe bowling attack with confidence and providing India with a strong foundation. His explosive innings…
Mahanadi on the Rise Again: Maa Bhattarika Temple Under Watch as Waters Enter Premises
Cuttack, July 27 (UDN): Floodwaters of the Mahanadi River have once again reached the premises of the revered Maa Bhattarika Temple at Badamba in Cuttack district, marking the second such occurrence this year due to rising river levels. The latest rise in water levels has been triggered by continuous rainfall in the region and the release of water from the Hirakud Dam. The floodwaters have entered…
Heavy Rain Forecast: Schools Closed in Subarnapur and Kendrapara as Safety Precaution
Bhubaneswar, July 27 (UDN): Schools and Anganwadi centres in Odisha’s Subarnapur district have been closed as a precautionary measure following forecasts of heavy rainfall due to a deep depression affecting the region. The Subarnapur district administration announced a holiday for all government and private schools, along with Anganwadi centres, to ensure the safety of students and children amid the expected adverse weather conditions. In Kendrapara…
Odisha Engineer Contributes to India’s Private Space Milestone with Vikram-1 Mission
Bhubaneswar, July 27 (UDN): Pritisha Banerjee, an engineer from Titilagarh in Odisha, has played a key role in India’s growing private space sector by contributing to the successful Vikram-1 mission developed by Skyroot Aerospace. The launch of Vikram-1 marked a significant milestone for India’s private space industry, demonstrating the country’s expanding capabilities in commercial space technology and indigenous launch systems. The mission highlights the increasing role…
Mirabai Chanu Scripts History with Third Straight Commonwealth Games Gold
Glasgow, July 27: Indian weightlifting star Mirabai Chanu created history by winning her third consecutive Commonwealth Games gold medal, becoming one of the country’s most decorated athletes at the event. Chanu delivered a dominant performance to clinch the top podium finish and set a new Games record, reaffirming her status as one of the world’s leading weightlifters. The victory marked her third successive Commonwealth Games title,…