Bhubaneswar, July 10: With the arrival of the monsoon season, citizens are being urged to become part of the ‘Catch the Rain’ campaign and contribute towards conserving one of nature’s most valuable resources — water. The campaign encourages people, communities, and institutions to adopt simple yet effective measures to capture rainwater, recharge groundwater, and build a sustainable water future. Pic Credit: https://x.com/IPR_Odisha As part of…
India Wins Gold in Mixed Relay at Asian U23 Athletics Championships
China, July 10: India’s Mixed Relay Team delivered a spectacular performance at the Asian U23 Athletics Championships 2026, securing the gold medal with a winning time of 3:18.64 minutes. Pic Credit: https://x.com/sports_odisha The champion team featured Odisha’s promising athlete Astik Pradhan along with Sandra Mol Sabu, Setu Mishra, and Shravani Sachin. The quartet displayed exceptional speed, coordination, and determination to finish at the top in…
KIMS Doctors Perform Life-Saving Surgery on Youth After Arrow Pierces Chest
Bhubaneswar, July 10: Doctors at Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS), Bhubaneswar, successfully performed a complex emergency surgery to save the life of a 22-year-old businessman from Rourkela after an arrow became lodged deep inside his chest, narrowly missing his heart. The young man sustained the unusual and life-threatening injury in an accident and was taken to several hospitals. However, given the high-risk nature of…
Amarnath Yatra 2026 Gains Momentum as Over 1.60 Lakh Devotees Complete Darshan
Jammu, July 10: The Amarnath Yatra 2026 continues to witness a strong response from devotees, with more than 1.60 lakh pilgrims completing darshan at the holy cave shrine so far. A fresh group of 8,796 pilgrims began their journey towards Kashmir as part of the ninth batch of the annual pilgrimage. Authorities have strengthened arrangements along the route to ensure the safety and convenience of…
Fresh Low-Pressure System May Bring Heavy Rain to Odisha Ahead of Rath Yatra
Puri, July 10 (UDN): Odisha is likely to witness a fresh spell of widespread rainfall in the run-up to Rath Yatra, as weather models indicate the possible formation of a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal next week. Representational Image Meteorologists are tracking a cyclonic circulation that is expected to develop over the Bay around July 14–15. If favourable atmospheric conditions persist, the circulation…
Odisha Monsoon Watch: Mahanadi Levels Rise Following Hirakud Discharge
Sonepur, Odisha, July 10 (UDN): The water level of the Mahanadi River has started rising in Odisha’s Sonepur district following the release of the season’s first floodwater from the Hirakud Dam. The release of water from the dam has increased the river flow downstream, prompting local authorities to closely monitor water levels and assess the situation in vulnerable areas along the riverbanks. Officials are keeping…
Odisha Rural Elections Set for Early 2027 as Voter Roll Update Pushes Schedule
Bhubaneswar, July 10 (UDN): Odisha’s panchayat elections are expected to take place in April-May 2027, with the election schedule being slightly delayed due to the ongoing voter list revision process, the State Election Commission (SEC) said. The delay comes as authorities are carrying out the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls and completing verification work to ensure that voter records are accurate before the…
Puri Srimandir Administration Objects to Rajasthan’s Off-Season Rath Yatra Proposal
Puri, July 10 (UDN): The Puri Srimandir Administration has raised objections to the proposed off-season Rath Yatra event in Rajasthan and has urged the local district administration to stop the programme. The temple administration stated that the annual Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath is a deeply revered tradition linked to the prescribed rituals and religious calendar of the Puri Srimandir. Officials expressed concern that conducting…
Melbourne Renegades Begin New Era with Move to MCG
July 10: The Melbourne Renegades have announced a major venue shift, moving their home matches from Marvel Stadium to the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). The relocation marks a significant milestone for the Big Bash League franchise, with the club set to benefit from the MCG’s world-class facilities, larger capacity, and historic sporting atmosphere. The move is expected to enhance the match-day experience for fans…
Olimpia Unveils Plans for New World Cup-Ready Stadium in Paraguay
July 10: Paraguayan football club Olimpia has unveiled plans for a new state-of-the-art stadium designed to meet FIFA World Cup standards, marking a major step in the country’s sporting infrastructure development. The proposed venue is expected to feature modern facilities, expanded seating capacity, advanced fan amenities, and sustainable design elements, positioning it as a premier destination for international football and major sporting events. Club officials…