Phulbani, July 24 (UDN): In a major breakthrough under Operation Anweshan Phase III, the Odisha Police rescued 129 missing women and nine minor girls during a five-day special operation carried out across Kandhamal district, officials said on Thursday. The intensive search drive, conducted from July 18 to July 22, involved coordinated efforts by police teams from all police stations in the district. Following their rescue,…
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi Holds Meeting with Newly Appointed Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons of 23 Special Development Councils
Bhubaneswar, July 24 UDN}: Hon’ble Chief Minister Shri Mohan Charan Majhi held discussions with the newly appointed Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons of the Special Development Councils. Chairpersons and Vice-Chairpersons of 23 Special Development Councils from various districts of the state participated in the meeting. The Chief Minister said that the people’s government has taken special initiatives for the development of tribal communities, along with the overall…
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Jeypore, July 24 UDN}: As per the directions of the National Legal Services Authority and the Odisha State Legal Services Authority, a Special Lok Adalat was held at the District Headquarters Court premises in Jeypore under the supervision of Koraput-Jeypore District and Sessions Judge and District Legal Services Authority Chairman, Pradeep Kumar Mahant.The Special Lok Adalat exclusively dealt with cheque bounce cases, which were resolved…
HCLTech to Set Up Rs 730-Crore AI Data Centre in Bhubaneswar, Project to Create 6,000 High-Skilled Jobs
Bhubaneswar, July 24 (UDN): In a landmark investment for Odisha’s fast-growing technology sector, HCL Technologies (HCLTech) is set to establish its first company-owned, AI-optimised data centre in India in Bhubaneswar with a proposed investment of around Rs 730 crore. Representational Image The project, which also includes a Global Development Centre (GDC), is expected to create nearly 6,000 high-skilled employment opportunities, significantly strengthening Odisha’s ambitions to…
One-Day Training Programme Organised for Farmers Under Integrated Horticulture Development Mission and National Horticulture Mission
Jeypore, July 24 UDN}: A one-day training programme was organised at the M.S. Swaminathan Research Foundation in Jeypore, Koraput district, under the Integrated Horticulture Development Mission and National Horticulture Mission. Around 90 farmers from Dabugaon, Kosagumuda and Papadahandi blocks of Nabarangpur district participated in the programme.Horticulture officials, including HHO Rabishankar Panda of Dabugaon, Sunil Kumar Sahu of Kundra and Sudipta Saurabh Sahu, explained various aspects…
From Rural Entrepreneur to Inspiration: Tilottama Nanaka of Bisamkatak Builds Successful 100+5 Goat Farm and Achieves Financial Independence
Rayagada, July 24 UDN}: Tilottama Nanaka of Bisamkatak Block in Rayagada district has become an inspiration to others by establishing a successful goat farm. Through the state government’s ‘Pran Sampad Samruddhi Yojana’, she set up a 100+5 goat farm and is earning an annual profit of around ₹3 lakh. Her successful venture has brought happiness and financial independence to her life.
Ornamental Fish Farming Offers a Promising Business Opportunity: Learn How Modern Technology and Proper Management Can Help You Become Self-Reliant
Bhubaneswar, July 24 UDN}: At present, the demand for ornamental fish is very high in the market. By adopting proper management practices and modern technology, you too can take up ornamental fish farming and become self-reliant. How can you start ornamental fish farming? Learn all about it in the special podcast “Matsya O Prani, Banire” by the Department of Fisheries and Animal Resources Development.
Major Healthcare Boost for Odisha: Government Approves 152 Specialist Posts for 10 Medical Colleges to Strengthen Medical Services
Bhubaneswar: July 24 UDN}:The government has approved 152 specialist posts for 10 medical colleges. The Health Minister expressed gratitude to the Chief Minister for approving the new positions, which are expected to strengthen specialist healthcare services and improve patient care across the state.
Bahuda Yatra 2026: Lord Jagannath and Siblings Begin Sacred Return Journey to Srimandir Amid Tight Security
Puri, July 24 (UDN): The sacred town of Puri has come alive with devotion as the Bahuda Yatra, the return journey of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra from the Gundicha Temple to the Srimandir, commenced on Friday. Lakhs of devotees have gathered along the Grand Road (Bada Danda) to witness the concluding phase of the world-famous annual Rath Yatra festival. UDN_File To ensure…
Hirakud Dam Flood Update: Four More Gates Opened as Floodwater Continues to Be Released Through a Total of 16 Gates
Sambalpur: July 24 UDN}: Sambalpur: Four more sluice gates of the Hirakud Dam have been opened to release the rising floodwater from the reservoir. With the latest opening, a total of 16 gates are now operational for the discharge of floodwater. The authorities are closely monitoring the inflow and outflow of water and keeping a constant watch on the reservoir situation. The release of water…