Bhubaneswar, July 14 (UDN): In a major security action ahead of the upcoming Rath Yatra, Nayapalli Police have arrested a four-member gang allegedly involved in mobile phone theft and pickpocketing activities in Bhubaneswar. The arrested group includes three women and one juvenile. During the operation, police recovered several mobile phones suspected to have been stolen from the accused individuals. The action was carried out as part…
District-Level Cooperative Workshop and Awareness Programme Held in Jharsuguda to Promote Cooperative Development and Public Participation
Jharsuguda:July 14 [UDN}: A district-level workshop on “Business Diversification in Primary Agricultural Cooperative Societies (PACS)” was successfully organized at the DMF Auditorium, Yam Hall, located within the premises of the Jharsuguda Collectorate. Along with the workshop, the district also marked the successful conclusion of the week-long “Cooperation Week” celebrations, observed from June 29 to July 6, in connection with the foundation anniversary celebrations of the…
Jeypore’s Rath Yatra Witnesses a Grand New Chariot Built Entirely with Fresh Timber, Featuring Massive Puri-Style Wheels and an Increased Height
Jeypore, July 14 [UDN}: This year, the Rath of Jeypore has been constructed entirely with new timber. It features large wheels similar to those of the famous Puri Rath and stands six feet high. Local residents say that they have never seen such a grand and magnificent Rath since their childhood days. The height of the chariot has also been increased compared to previous years.…
Land Purchase and Sale Transactions in the State Set to Become Completely Cashless Under the New Digital Governance Initiative
Bhubaneswar, July 14 [UDN}: Land Purchase and Sale in the State to Become Completely Cashless! – The Revenue Department will soon issue a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the implementation of the new system. – After registration, land documents will also be made available online. – Land purchase and sale transactions in the state will become entirely cashless. – Not a single rupee will be…
PM Surya Ghar Scheme to Be Linked with PM Awas Yojana, Announces Kanak Vardhan to Promote Affordable Solar Energy Access
Bhubaneswar, July 14 [UDN}: The PM Surya Ghar scheme will be integrated with the PM Awas Yojana. This information was shared by Deputy Chief Minister K.V. Singh Deo after a high-level review meeting. However, he clarified that participation in the scheme would remain voluntary for the beneficiaries. “Our goal is to ensure that every beneficiary can avail the benefits of solar energy,” said K.V. Singh…
Daspalla Gears Up for Rath Yatra as Officials Conduct Detailed Preparatory Meeting on Festival Arrangements
Daspalla, July 14 [UDN}:: A preparatory meeting for the orderly conduct of the Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, who is worshipped in Daspalla as “Patitapabana,” was held on Wednesday afternoon at the Panchayat Samiti Conference Hall. The meeting was attended by MLA Ramesh Chandra Behera, NAC Chairperson Er. Poonam Priyadarshini, Tahasildar Smruti Ranjan Satapathy, BDO Sarat Chandra Mallik, Traders’ Association President Alekh Sahu, educationist Hadibandhu…
District-Level Preparatory Meeting Held to Review Arrangements and Ensure Smooth Conduct of Rath Yatra 2026 Celebrations
Nabarangpur,July 14 [UDN}: A district-level preparatory meeting was held this afternoon at the Mission Shakti Conference Hall in Nabarangpur to ensure the smooth, safe, and harmonious conduct of the upcoming holy Rath Yatra (Ghosa Yatra) 2026. The meeting was chaired by Additional District Magistrate (General) Dr. Pramod Kumar Prusti.Addressing the meeting, Dr. Prusti stated that Rath Yatra is one of the district’s major religious and…
A Two-Day Workshop Will Be Organised Soon to Discuss Effective Strategies and Measures for Reducing the Rising Number of Road Accidents
Bhubaneswar, July 14 [UDN}: In this regard, the first phase preparatory meeting was held under the chairmanship of Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan.During the meeting, various measures and strategies to prevent road accidents and improve road safety were discussed.The workshop is expected to bring together officials from different departments concerned with road safety.Discussions focused on strengthening traffic regulations and enforcement mechanisms.Public awareness campaigns and driver education…
22nd District Planning Committee Meeting Held in Koraput to Review Development Projects and Set Future Priorities for the District
Koraput, July 14 [UDN}: The 22nd District Planning Committee meeting was held at the Sadbhavana Conference Hall in Koraput under the chairmanship of the Chairman of the District Planning Board and Hon’ble MLA of Koraput. On this occasion, the Hon’ble MLAs of Kotpad, Laxmipur, and Jeypore, along with the District Collector and officials from various concerned departments, were present at the meeting.
Odisha Revises the +3 Admission Timeline as Higher Education Institutions Prepare to Commence Classes from July 27 Across the State
Bhubaneswar, July 14 [UDN}:The Higher Education Department has released a revised schedule for the +3 (Undergraduate) admission process in Odisha. Students who have already submitted their applications will now be allowed to edit or modify their applications and even add new educational institutions to their choice list without paying any additional fee.Students who have applied by July 12 will be eligible to participate in the…