Athagarh, July 27 (UDN): In a beautiful celebration of love that transcended borders and cultures, a Polish woman tied the knot with an Odisha native in a traditional Odia wedding ceremony at Athagarh in Cuttack district, winning hearts with her wholehearted embrace of local customs and rituals. The bride, Diana, married Subal Beura, a resident of Mahalakshmipur village in Athagarh, after the couple’s relationship blossomed during…
Organisational Meeting Held with Scheduled Caste and Tribal Servitors in Nabarangpur to Strengthen Community Coordination
Nabarangpur,July 27 UDN}:An organisational meeting of all Scheduled Caste and Tribal servitors of Kosagumuda Block was held at B.M. Semla Panchayat under Kosagumuda Block in Nabarangpur district. Dr. Kailash Chandra Behera, Chief Adviser of the Podagad Servitors Charitable Trust, attended the meeting. During the meeting, a Block-level association committee was formed by consensus. Duryodhan Sira was elected as the President, Sanu Sira as the Secretary,…
Jyotirmayee Becomes the New Indian Idol, Odisha Girl Shines Bright on the National Singing Platform
Bhubaneswar, July 27 UDN}: An Odia girl shines on the national stage. Jyotirmayee Nayak has won the title of Indian Idol 16, aired on Sony TV. She has become the first contestant from Odisha to achieve this remarkable victory.
Kargil Vijay Diwas Is Not Just a Date but an Immortal Saga of India’s Valour and Sacrifice, Says Prime Minister in ‘Mann Ki Baat’
Bhubaneswar, July 27 UDN}: Kargil Vijay Diwas is not merely a date marked on the calendar; it is an immortal saga of the courage, valour, patriotism, and supreme sacrifice of the brave soldiers of the nation. Speaking during his ‘Mann Ki Baat’ programme, the Prime Minister said that Kargil Vijay Diwas reminds every Indian of the extraordinary bravery and unwavering determination displayed by the country’s…
Niladri Bije to Mark Grand Conclusion of Puri Rath Yatra Today
Puri , July 27 (UDN): The sacred city of Puri is set to witness the Niladri Bije ceremony on Monday, bringing the world-famous Rath Yatra to a ceremonial close as Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Goddess Subhadra, and Lord Sudarshan return to the sanctum sanctorum of the Shree Jagannath Temple. After remaining unoccupied for 27 days, the revered Ratna Singhasana (Ratna Bedi) inside the 12th-century shrine will once…
Depression Forms Over the Bay of Bengal, Odisha Braces for Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall Across the State Over the Next 48 Hours
Bhubaneswar, July 27 UDN}: A depression has formed over the Bay of Bengal, triggering a weather alert across Odisha. Under the influence of this weather system, several parts of the state are likely to experience heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next 48 hours. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has warned of intensified monsoon activity, with the possibility of widespread rain accompanied by thunderstorms,…
All Schools and Anganwadi Centres in Mayurbhanj and Jagatsinghpur Closed Today Amid Heavy Rainfall Warning
Jagatsinghpur, July 27 UDN}: In view of the prevailing heavy rainfall and adverse weather conditions, all schools and Anganwadi centres across Mayurbhanj and Jagatsinghpur districts have been declared closed today as a precautionary measure. The decision has been taken to ensure the safety and well-being of students, children, teachers, Anganwadi workers, and other staff members amid the ongoing rain. The authorities have advised parents and…
Adharapana Ritual of the Chaturdhamurtis on the Chariots Concludes Peacefully; Side Deities and Chandi Chamunda Pacified Ahead of Niladri Bije Today
Puri, July 27 UDN}: The sacred Adharapana ritual of the Chaturdhamurtis—Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Sudarshan—who are currently seated on their respective chariots, was successfully completed amid deep religious fervour and devotion in Puri. As part of this significant ritual, the traditional Adharapana offering was made to the deities. The ritual is believed to be dedicated to the invisible and supernatural beings…
Two Youths Detained in Bhubaneswar Over Suspected Fake Currency Notes
Bhubaneswar, July 27 (UDN): Two youths were detained in Bhubaneswar after local residents suspected them of attempting to circulate fake currency notes. The incident took place near the Chilli Pokhari area under the jurisdiction of Badagada Police Station, prompting an investigation into the source of the seized cash. According to preliminary information, the duo allegedly drew the attention of local residents due to their suspicious…
Former Bhatli MLA Sushant Singh Passes Away While Undergoing Treatment at a Private Hospital in Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, July 27 UDN}: Former Bhatli MLA Sushant Singh has passed away. He breathed his last at a private hospital in Bhubaneswar. Sushant Singh was elected as an MLA from the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in 2009, 2014, and 2019. He also served as the Minister of Labour, Electricity, and Rural Development in the Odisha government. His demise has cast a pall of grief across…