Nabarangpur July 10 [UDN}: In view of the recent fire incident in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, and in accordance with the directions of the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA), a district-level fire safety meeting was held today in Nabarangpur district under the chairmanship of Additional District Magistrate (Revenue) Bishwajit Chandra Barman at the Ashok Mehta Conference Hall of the District Collectorate. To ensure strict compliance…
Odisha Revises Undergraduate Admission Timeline as Classes for the New Academic Session Will Now Commence from July 27
Bhubaneswar: July 10 [UDN}:The revised schedule for undergraduate (Plus Three) admissions has been released by the Higher Education Department. Students who had already submitted their applications will now have the opportunity to edit or modify their forms and can also add new educational institutions to their list of preferences without paying any additional fee. Students who completed their applications by July 12 will be allowed…
District Collector Chairs Virtual Review Meeting to Ensure Availability of Safe Drinking Water in Schools and Hostels Across the District
Koraput:, July 10 [UDN}: A virtual review meeting was held under the chairmanship of the District Collector to ensure safe drinking water in schools and hostels and to safeguard the health of students. The meeting was attended by officials from the Health, Rural Water Supply and Sanitation (RWSS), and Education Departments, along with 132 headmasters and headmistresses. Discussions focused on regular water quality testing, chlorination,…
District Collector and District Election Officer Call Upon All Voters to Verify Their Names and Details in the Draft Electoral Roll Without Delay
Koraput:, July 10 [UDN}: The District Collector and District Election Officer urged all voters to verify their names and details in the draft electoral roll and to actively participate in the claims and objections process. Claims and objections can be submitted to the Assistant Electoral Registration Officer (AERO), such as the Block Development Officer (BDO), Tahsildar, or Executive Officer of the Urban Local Body, or…
UGHS, Majuraguda Marks Van Mahotsav Week with Enthusiastic Participation and a Strong Message on Environmental Conservation and Nature Protection
Majuraguda, July 10 [UDN}: On the occasion of Van Mahotsav Week, I had the wonderful opportunity to participate in the programme organized at UGHS, Majuraguda and spread the message of environmental conservation and nature protection. During the event, a plantation drive was carried out jointly with the Headmaster, Mr. Biswaranjan Gouda, retired teacher Mr. Prabhat Kumar Rath, PTA members, officials and staff of the Jeypore…
From Cricket to Cyber: Ariel University Delegation Advances India-Israel Academic and Innovation Ties
A delegation from Ariel University attended the recent Jewish & Indian Alliance leadership gathering in Tel Aviv, joining entrepreneurs, diplomats, academics, innovators, faith leaders and community representatives from Israel, India and the wider Jewish and Indian diasporas to discuss practical ways to strengthen India-Israel cooperation. The gathering, hosted at Fiverr, was convened by the Jewish & Indian Alliance, part of Voice of the People, an…
Middle East Tensions Raise Fears of Global Oil and Gas Supply Disruptions
July 9: Escalating tensions in the Middle East have heightened concerns over potential disruptions to global energy supplies after Iran reportedly launched attacks targeting U.S. military bases in the region, prompting fears of a wider geopolitical confrontation. The latest developments have intensified uncertainty in international energy markets, with analysts warning that any further escalation could disrupt the production and transportation of crude oil and liquefied…
FIA Safe Mobility 4 All & 4 Life programme launches to advance road safety in Middle East and North Africa
Dubai, UAE,9th July, 2026: The Fédération Internationale de l’Automobile (FIA), the global governing body for motor sport and the federation for mobility organisations worldwide, has introduced a major initiative to advance road safety in the Middle East and North Africa. The FIA Safe Mobility 4 All & 4 Life programme aims to support FIA Member Clubs and government authorities with training, mentorship, and evidence-based actions to improve road…
France Return to FIFA World No. 1 as World Cup Quarterfinals Take Shape
Vancouver, July 9 : France have reclaimed the top spot in the latest FIFA/Coca-Cola World Ranking, overtaking defending world champions Argentina ahead of the quarterfinal stage of the 2026 FIFA World Cup in North America. Didier Deschamps’ side moved to the summit following an impressive unbeaten run to the last eight, replacing Argentina at the top of the rankings. Spain slipped to third, while England…
India’s Last Stand: England Eye Historic T20I Series Triumph in Bristol
Bristol, July 9 (UDN): India will be fighting to keep the five-match T20 International series alive when they face England in the fourth fixture at the County Ground, Bristol, on Thursday. With England leading the series 2-0, the visitors must register a victory to stay in contention, while the hosts are just one win away from sealing their first-ever bilateral men’s T20I series triumph over…