Bhubaneswar, July 9 (UDN): The Government of Odisha has announced that admission fees paid by students who secured admission to Regular Mode Courses in eligible higher education institutions during the first round of admissions will be refunded. As per the government’s decision, the refund amount will be directly credited to the bank account provided by the applicant in the Common Application Form (CAF) during the…
Citizens Have Been Invited to Share Their Feedback and Suggestions to Help Strengthen Urban Services and Improve the Quality of Civic Amenities.
Bhubaneswar, July 9 [UDN}: Citizens are invited to share their valuable suggestions and feedback to make various urban services more efficient, transparent, and people-centric. This public participation initiative aims to improve service delivery and enhance the overall development of urban areas through greater accountability and responsiveness.The feedback received from residents will help the concerned department identify areas for improvement and implement better governance practices. Active…
East Coast Railway Has Strengthened Rail Safety Measures by Adopting Advanced Technology and Modern Monitoring Systems Across Its Network.
Bhubaneswar, July 9 [UDN}: East Coast Railway is further enhancing railway safety through technology-driven initiatives. More than 500 solar-powered CCTV cameras have already been successfully installed at sensitive and vulnerable locations across its network.The surveillance system is designed to improve security, monitor critical railway assets, and help prevent theft, trespassing, and other safety-related incidents. By using solar-powered cameras, the railway also promotes sustainable and energy-efficient…
The Rotary Club of Phulbani Held Its Joint Directors’ Meeting and Unveiled an Ambitious Service Action Plan for the 2026–27 Session.
Phulbani, July 9 [UDN}:: The Rotary Club of Phulbani (District 3262, Charter No. 16055) convened a Joint Directors’ Meeting at its club conference hall to finalize its roadmap for the 2026–27 Rotary year.The meeting was chaired by President Prakash Panda and attended by current Rotary Club President and senior advocate Bijay Krishna Pattnaik, Secretary and Press Club President Sunil Pattnaik, along with the club’s directors.…
The District-Level Public Grievance Hearing Camp Was Successfully Conducted at Markapalli to Address Public Issues and Strengthen Citizen Services.
Malkangiri, July 9 [UDN}: A District-Level Public Grievance Hearing Camp was successfully organized at the Markapalli Gram Panchayat office premises under Malkangiri Block. The camp was attended by the District Collector, Superintendent of Police, Divisional Forest Officer, and officials from various government departments, who listened to the grievances of local residents and initiated immediate measures for their resolution.During the visit, the District Collector toured several…
General Dhiraj Seth Has Assumed Charge as the New Army Chief, Marking the Beginning of a New Leadership Chapter for the Armed Forces.
New Delhi,July 9 [UDN}: General Dhiraj Seth has officially taken over as the new Chief of the Army Staff, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the leadership of the Indian Army. He succeeds his predecessor and is expected to focus on strengthening operational preparedness, modernization, and national security.With decades of distinguished military service, General Seth brings extensive experience in command, strategic planning, and…
Geeta Majhi Has Been Appointed as a Member of the District Planning Committee, Strengthening Representation in Local Development Planning.
Kotpad, July 9 [UDN}: Geeta Majhi, the Zilla Parishad Member representing Zone-2 of Kotpad Block, has been appointed as a member of the District Planning Committee. Her appointment is expected to strengthen local governance and enhance development planning at the district level. As a member of the committee, she will contribute to preparing and reviewing district development plans. The District Planning Committee plays a key…
The Gram Panchayat-Level Public Outreach Camp Held at Mastiput Gram Panchayat Concluded Successfully with Active Participation from Local Residents and Officials.
Mastiput, July 9 [UDN}: On the occasion of the Odisha State Government completing two years in office, a Gram Panchayat-level Public Outreach Camp was successfully organized at Mastiput under Koraput Block. Koraput Block Chairperson Namita Majhi attended the event as the Chief Guest. Koraput BDO Debashish Gouda, MP’s representative Babula Benia, Vice-Chairperson Shiva Golari, and several other elected representatives were also present. The programme highlighted…
The 20th National Statistics Day Was Observed in Koraput with a Special Focus on Unlocking the Potential of Administrative Data for Better Governance and Planning.
Koraput:July 9 [UDN}: The 20th National Statistics Day was observed at the Sadbhavana Hall in Koraput under the aegis of the District Planning and Monitoring Office. The event was presided over by Deputy Director of Planning and Statistics, Suryakanta Behera. The theme for this year’s celebration, “Unlocking the Potential of Administrative Data,” was discussed in detail, emphasizing the importance of administrative data in evidence-based policymaking,…
During His Visit to New Delhi, Mukesh Mahaling Met Prataprao Jadhav to Discuss Key Healthcare and AYUSH-Related Issues.
New Delhi,July 9 [UDN}: During his visit to New Delhi, Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling met Union Minister of State for AYUSH, Prataprao Jadhav.The Health Minister formally proposed the establishment of an All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in Odisha to strengthen the state’s traditional healthcare infrastructure.The proposal aims to promote Ayurveda through advanced education, research, and quality healthcare services.An AIIA in Odisha would enhance…