Angul, July 23 (UDN): At least five passengers were injured after a Hyva truck rammed into an Odisha State Road Transport Corporation (OSRTC) passenger bus on National Highway-55 near Bhagirathipur Chhak under Jarapada police limits in Angul district on Thursday. According to preliminary reports, the OSRTC bus was travelling from Chhendipada to Athmallik and had halted at Bhagirathipur Chhak to pick up passengers when the…
Three of Family Killed, One Critical After Thar SUV Crashes into Tree in Odisha’s Kendujhar
Kendujhar, July 23 (UDN): A late-night road accident on National Highway-20 in Odisha’s Kendujhar district claimed the lives of three members of a family and left another critically injured after their Thar SUV crashed into a roadside mango tree near Rajia on Wednesday. According to police and local sources, the family was rushing Trilochan Apat, a resident of Sijukala village, to Champua Hospital after he…
Odisha Braces for Continued Rainfall as IMD Warns of Heavy Showers During Bahuda Yatra
Bhubaneswar, July 23 (UDN): Odisha is expected to witness continued rainfall over the coming days, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasting light to moderate rain across several parts of the state until July 28 due to an active southwest monsoon and the presence of a trough line. The weather department has advised residents and authorities to remain alert as several districts may experience periods…
Burglars Decamp with Gold, Cash Worth Over ₹20 Lakh from House in Odisha’s Balasore
Balasore, July 23 (UDN): A major burglary was reported from Baringia village under Khaira police limits in Odisha’s Balasore district, where unidentified miscreants allegedly decamped with gold and silver ornaments worth over ₹20 lakh and ₹80,000 in cash after breaking into a locked house late on Wednesday night. The burglary occurred at the residence of Ananta Kumar Mishra. At the time of the incident, Mishra…
Flies Use Directional Memory to Track a Scent
July 23: When a fruit fly catches a whiff of a ripe peach, it quickly heads toward it. Time after time, it finds the fruit – even from many feet away and even if the scent arrives only as a few drifting, disconnected puffs. How do they home in with such unerring accuracy? Scientists have long assumed that all insects track smells with simple…
Hirakud Dam Opens Four More Gates as Inflow Rises; Floodwater Now Being Released Through 16 Gates
Sambalpur, July 23 (UDN): The Hirakud Dam authorities on Thursday opened four additional sluice gates to regulate the rising inflow from the upper catchment areas, increasing the total number of gates releasing floodwater from 12 to 16. The decision comes amid sustained rainfall in the upper reaches of the Mahanadi river basin, which has significantly increased the volume of water entering the reservoir. According to…
NITI Aayog Gets New Leadership as Anurag Jain Appointed Chief Executive Officer
July 23: Senior IAS officer Anurag Jain has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NITI Aayog, bringing extensive administrative experience and policy expertise to the government’s premier public policy institution. Jain’s appointment is expected to further strengthen NITI Aayog’s role in policy research, strategic planning, and facilitating collaboration between the Centre and states. The institution plays a key role in shaping development…
Sikkim Tunnel Collapse: Death Toll Reaches 22
July 23: Rescue and recovery operations are continuing at the site of the tunnel collapse in Sikkim, where the death toll has risen to 22 following the recovery of additional bodies from the debris. Authorities have intensified efforts to locate the remaining missing workers, with multiple rescue agencies working round the clock despite difficult terrain and challenging weather conditions. Specialized rescue teams are deploying heavy machinery,…
Papadahandi: New Officer Takes Charge of Maidalpur Police Station, Begins Responsibilities with Focus on Law and Order
Papadahandi, July 23 UDN}: Sabir Ahmed has joined as the new Officer-in-Charge (IIC) of Maidalpur Police Station under Papadahandi block in Nabarangpur district. On Monday, members of the local Maidalpur Journalists’ Association welcomed and felicitated the newly appointed officer by presenting him with a bouquet. The new IIC first introduced himself and then asked the journalists present to introduce themselves. During the interaction, the journalists…
President Droupadi Murmu Arrives in Moldova on First Leg of Three-Nation Tour, Makes Historic First Visit by an Indian President
Moldova , July 23 UDN}: President Droupadi Murmu has arrived in Moldova as part of the first leg of her three-nation tour. She was warmly received at Chisinau International Airport by the Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic of Moldova. The visit holds special significance as it marks the first-ever visit by an Indian President to Moldova.During her visit, President Murmu is expected to engage…