Guwahati, July 7: The Assam Government has launched the CM-FLIGHT (Chief Minister’s Foreign Language Initiative for Global Human Talent) programme to prepare young people for overseas employment by equipping them with language proficiency and industry-relevant skills. The initiative aims to enhance the global employability of Assam’s youth by providing training in foreign languages, soft skills, and job-specific competencies required in international labour markets. The programme…
Jharkhand Exports Amrapali Mangoes to Dubai, Opening Global Markets for Tribal Farmers
Ranchi, July 7: Jharkhand has achieved a major milestone in agricultural exports with the shipment of Amrapali mangoes from the state’s tribal belt to Dubai, reinforcing efforts to expand the global reach of locally grown horticultural produce. The export marks a significant step towards integrating tribal farmers into international markets, providing them with access to better prices and new business opportunities. It also highlights the…
PM-SETU: Centre Clears INR 1,238 Crore Plan to Upgrade ITIs Nationwide
New Delhi, July 7: The Central Government has approved an investment of ₹1,238 crore under the PM-SETU programme to modernise Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and strengthen the country’s skill development ecosystem. The initiative aims to transform selected ITIs into advanced training centres by upgrading infrastructure, introducing modern equipment, and improving training facilities in line with the evolving needs of industries. The nationwide rollout of PM-SETU…
No Flood Threat in Odisha Yet; Hirakud Reservoir Level Rises Amid Heavy Upstream Rainfall
Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UDN): Odisha is currently not facing any flood situation despite continuous rainfall in the upstream catchment areas, the Water Resources Department said on Tuesday. The water level at the Hirakud reservoir has risen to 606.12 feet following heavy rainfall in the upper catchment regions. However, officials stated that the present water level remains two to three feet lower than the level recorded…
Heavy Rainfall Triggers First Flood Water Release from Hirakud Dam on July 9
Sambalpur, July 7 (UDN): The Hirakud Dam in Sambalpur, Odisha, is set to release the first flood water of the season on July 9 following a continuous rise in the reservoir level due to heavy rainfall and increased inflow from upstream catchment areas. The decision to release excess water has been taken as the reservoir continues to receive significant inflows amid prevailing weather conditions. The…
Heavy Rains Trigger Fish Rush in Nuapada
Nuapada, July 6 (UDN): Heavy rainfall has brought an unexpected opportunity for residents of Odisha’s Nuapada district, with a sudden surge in fish availability leading to prices dropping to just Rs 50 per kg in Komna town. The increase in water flow following heavy rains has allowed various species of fish from the downstream areas of the Lower Indra Irrigation Project to move upstream through…
Odisha Government Issues Key Guidelines Ahead of Rath Yatra 2026 in Puri
Puri, July 7 (UDN): The Odisha government has stepped up preparations for the upcoming Rath Yatra 2026 in Puri, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi chairing a high-level review meeting to finalise arrangements for the grand annual festival. The meeting was held at the Puri Town Hall on Monday, where the Chief Minister reviewed various aspects of the festival management, including crowd control, security arrangements,…
Haribabu Kambhampati Seeks Blessings at Alarnath Temple Amid Lord Jagannath’s Anavasara Rituals
Brahmagiri, July 7 (UDN): Odisha Governor Haribabu Kambhampati on Tuesday visited the revered Alarnath Temple in Brahmagiri of Puri district and offered prayers during the ongoing Anavasara period of Lord Jagannath. The Governor arrived at the temple on the eighth day of the sacred ritual and performed darshan of Lord Alarnath, Maa Mahalakshmi, and Lord Sri Chaitanya Mahaprabhu. He was received by officials from the…
Wildlife Crime Suspected After Leopard Carcass Discovered in Odisha’s Ganjam
Bhubaneswar, July 7 (UDN): A suspected case of wildlife crime has come to light in Odisha’s Ganjam district after a leopard carcass was found hanging from a tree in the Kabisuryanagar area. According to reports, the carcass was discovered near a crusher unit at the foothills close to Jarada village, under the jurisdiction of Kabisuryanagar police station. Preliminary suspicion suggests that the leopard may have…
GIFT City, Vietnam’s Da Nang Financial Hub Join Hands to Drive Investment and Financial Cooperation
July 7: Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Vietnam’s Da Nang financial hub to enhance investment opportunities, strengthen financial cooperation, and foster collaboration between the two emerging financial centres. The strategic partnership aims to create a platform for knowledge exchange, promote cross-border investments, and encourage cooperation in key areas including financial services, fintech, innovation, and sustainable economic…