Balasore, July 18 (UDN): A tragic incident in Mahishapanda village under Simulia police station in Balasore district claimed the lives of a farmer and an elderly woman after they came in contact with a live electric wire, causing shock and grief among local residents. The deceased have been identified as Babuli Das, a local farmer, and Parbati Munda, an elderly woman from a nearby village. According…
Puri Battles Heavy Monsoon Rains as Rath Yatra Festivities Continue Amid 345.8 mm Downpour
Puri, July 18 (UDN): The holy city of Puri has witnessed intense rainfall over the past four days as the annual Rath Yatra celebrations continue, creating challenging conditions for devotees and local authorities managing the large gathering. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), Puri recorded 345.8 mm of rainfall between July 14 and July 18, with significant showers reported during the period. The city received…
Puri Witnesses Devotional Grandeur as Lord Jagannath and Sibling Deities Enter Gundicha Temple for Adapa Bije Ritual
Puri, July 18 (UDN): The sacred city of Puri witnessed a spiritually significant moment as Lord Jagannath and the sibling deities participated in the traditional Adapa Bije ritual during the ongoing Rath Yatra celebrations. Amid chants, devotion, and the presence of thousands of devotees, Lord Sudarshan, Lord Balabhadra, Devi Subhadra, and Lord Jagannath were ceremonially escorted to the Adapa Mandap inside the Gundicha Temple through the…
Odisha Takes Step Towards Inclusive Urban Governance with Draft Reservation Plan for 35 Civic Bodies
Bhubaneswar, July 18: The Odisha Government has released the draft reservation list for chairperson posts in 35 urban local bodies across the state, initiating the process for ensuring broader representation in municipal leadership. The draft notification, issued on July 15, proposes reservation categories for chairperson positions in different urban local bodies. The move is aimed at strengthening participatory governance and providing equitable opportunities for representation at…
Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 Mission Marks a New Milestone in India’s Private Space Journey
New Delhi, July 18: India’s space sector is set to witness another landmark moment as Skyroot Aerospace prepares for the launch of its Vikram-1 rocket, with Prime Minister Narendra Modi extending his best wishes to the team and highlighting the mission’s importance for the country’s space ambitions. The Vikram-1 launch represents the growing strength of India’s private space ecosystem and showcases the capabilities of homegrown innovation…
Monsoon Showers to Bring Relief Across Tamil Nadu as Chennai and Western Ghats Prepare for Rainfall
Chennai, July 18: Rainfall activity is expected to increase across Tamil Nadu, with Chennai likely to receive moderate showers and several Western Ghats districts set to experience continued rainfall until July 23. The upcoming showers are expected to bring relief from warm and humid conditions, while supporting water availability and agricultural activities across the state. The Western Ghats regions are likely to witness more consistent rainfall…
IndiGo to Shift Flight Operations to Guwahati’s Newly Commissioned Integrated Terminal
Guwahati, July 18: IndiGo has announced that it will shift its flight operations to the newly built integrated terminal at Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport in Guwahati, marking a significant milestone in enhancing the travel experience and strengthening aviation infrastructure in Northeast India. The transition to the modern terminal is expected to provide passengers with improved facilities, streamlined check-in and boarding processes, enhanced baggage handling systems,…
India, Nepal Launch Historic Kolkata–Biratnagar Cargo Corridor to Enhance Trade
Kolkata, July 18: In a significant step toward enhancing cross-border trade and regional connectivity, a dedicated cargo service between Kolkata and Nepal’s Biratnagar has been launched, marking a new chapter in economic cooperation between the two neighbouring countries. The newly introduced cargo corridor is expected to facilitate the seamless movement of goods between eastern India and Nepal, offering businesses a faster, more reliable, and cost-effective…
Heavy Devotee Influx During Rath Yatra Leads to Major Traffic Congestion on Bhubaneswar–Puri Corridor
Puri, July 18: A significant surge in the number of devotees travelling to Puri for the annual Rath Yatra has resulted in extensive traffic congestion along the Bhubaneswar–Puri route, causing prolonged delays for pilgrims and commuters. The unprecedented influx of visitors since the commencement of the Rath Yatra has led to severe gridlocks on key transit corridors connecting Bhubaneswar and Puri. The heavy traffic movement, particularly…
Odisha School Textbook Errors: OTPM Director Admits Mistakes Due to Limited Production Time
Bhubaneswar, July 18 (UDN): The Odisha Crime Branch on Friday stepped up its investigation into alleged errors in government school textbooks by conducting searches at the offices of the Odisha Textbook Production and Marketing (OTPM) and the Odisha School Education Programme Authority (OSEPA) in Bhubaneswar. OTMP Director Sambit Kumar Nayak A Crime Branch team scrutinised records related to textbook production, printing and tender procedures while…