New Delhi, July 17: President Droupadi Murmu called upon probationers of the Indian Forest Service (IFS) to play a proactive role in expanding green cover and strengthening environmental conservation efforts across the country. Addressing the probationers, the President highlighted the vital role of the Indian Forest Service in protecting forests, preserving biodiversity and promoting sustainable management of natural resources. She encouraged the young officers to…
Security Intensified in Jagatsinghpur Following Bomb Threat Email; Investigation Underway
Jagatsinghpur, July 17 (UDN): Security agencies launched a comprehensive search operation at the Jagatsinghpur District Court after an email containing a bomb threat was received, prompting authorities to tighten security as a precautionary measure. Police, bomb disposal squads and other security personnel were immediately deployed to the court premises to conduct a thorough inspection of the complex. Officials examined the area and monitored the situation to…
Tripura Kicks Off Census 2027 Self-Enumeration Drive with Governor Leading Public Participation
Agartala, July 17: Tripura has officially launched the self-enumeration phase of Census 2027, with the Governor setting the tone by becoming one of the first citizens to complete the process and encouraging wider public participation. The self-enumeration facility enables residents to submit their household details digitally, offering a faster, more convenient and citizen-friendly approach to the national census. The initiative is expected to simplify the data…
PM Modi Announces INR 4,700 Crore Projects to Strengthen Chandigarh’s Urban Infrastructure
Chandigarh, July 17: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for development projects worth ₹4,700 crore in Chandigarh, reaffirming the government’s focus on strengthening urban infrastructure, connectivity and public services. The projects span multiple sectors and are aimed at improving civic amenities, enhancing transportation infrastructure and supporting the city’s long-term development. The initiatives are expected to boost economic activity, improve quality of life…
Hansika Lamba Wins Silver at Budapest Ranking Series, Boosts India’s Wrestling Campaign
Budapest, July 17: India’s U23 World Champion Hansika Lamba delivered another impressive international performance by winning the silver medal at the Budapest Ranking Series 2026, reinforcing her status as one of the country’s brightest wrestling talents. Lamba displayed remarkable skill and determination throughout the tournament, overcoming strong international opponents to earn a place on the podium. Her silver-medal finish adds another significant achievement to her growing…
Odisha Introduces Interim Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards to Ensure Uninterrupted Rural Employment
Bhubaneswar, July 17 (UDN): The Odisha government has announced the issuance of Interim Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards (GRGCs) to ensure that eligible rural households continue to receive employment opportunities without interruption while regular cards are being processed. The initiative aims to prevent delays in providing work under the rural employment programme by allowing eligible families to access employment even before the final Gramin Rozgar Guarantee Cards…
Puri Celebrates as Nandighosa Chariot Completes Sacred Journey to Gundicha Temple
Puri, July 17 (UDN): A much-awaited moment in the grand Rath Yatra celebrations arrived as Lord Jagannath’s Nandighosa chariot reached Saradhabali near the Gundicha Temple, bringing joy and devotion among millions of devotees gathered in Puri. The arrival of the Nandighosa chariot marked the completion of the sacred journey of the three chariots. Earlier, Lord Balabhadra’s Taladhwaja and Devi Subhadra’s Darpadalana chariots had reached the Gundicha…
PM Modi’s Handwritten ‘Vande Mataram’ Message to Travel Aboard Skyroot’s Vikram-1 Space Mission
New Delhi, July 17: A handwritten postcard featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s message ‘Vande Mataram’ will be carried aboard Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram-1 launch vehicle, marking a unique blend of India’s space ambitions and national sentiment. The symbolic postcard will accompany the maiden mission of Vikram-1, Skyroot’s privately developed orbital launch vehicle, highlighting India’s growing capabilities in the private space sector. The inclusion of the message…
Advanced Brake System Enhances Safety of Puri Rath Yatra Chariots During Grand Festival
Puri, July 17 (UDN): The iconic chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra are rolling through Puri’s Grand Road during Rath Yatra 2026 with an upgraded braking system designed to improve safety and ensure better control of the massive wooden structures. The improved braking mechanism has been introduced to enhance the operational safety of the three chariots, each weighing over 40 tonnes, during one…
NHAI Expands Green Corridor Efforts in Odisha with Over One Lakh Highway Plantations
Bhubaneswar, July 17: The National Highways Authority of India (NHAI), Regional Office Odisha, has planted more than 1.14 lakh saplings along various national highway corridors across the state as part of its Mega Plantation Drive 2026. The initiative marks a significant step towards enhancing green cover along highway networks and supporting environmental sustainability. The plantation drive is part of NHAI’s broader target of planting around 2.6…