Bhubaneswar:July 2 {UDN}: The merit list for Postgraduate (PG) admissions is scheduled to be officially released today at 11:00 AM. Candidates who have applied for admission to various postgraduate courses will be able to check their names and ranks in the merit list once it is published through the designated admission portal. The merit list has been prepared based on the prescribed admission criteria and…
Healthcare Services Disrupted Across the State as Doctors Launch Agitation, Affecting Hospital Operations and Causing Major Inconvenience for Patients
Bhubaneswar,July 2 {UDN}: Healthcare services have been severely disrupted as doctors have launched an agitation, leading to widespread inconvenience for patients across the state. The ongoing protest has affected the normal functioning of hospitals and medical institutions, with many outpatient services, routine consultations, and non-emergency medical procedures being impacted. Patients and their families are facing long waiting times and difficulties in accessing timely treatment. The…
Free Education from KG to PG to Begin This Academic Year as Cabinet Approves ‘Gyanodaya – Shiksharu Samruddhi’ Scheme with Rs 5,467 Crore Investment Over Five Years
Bhubaneswar,July 2 {UDN}: In a landmark decision aimed at strengthening the education sector, the State Cabinet has approved the ‘Gyanodaya – Shiksharu Samruddhi’ scheme, paving the way for free education from Kindergarten (KG) to Postgraduate (PG) level beginning this year. The ambitious initiative is designed to ensure that students from all sections of society have access to quality education without financial barriers. Under the scheme,…
State Cabinet Approves 12 Major Proposals Across Eight Departments, Clearing the Way for Key Governance, Infrastructure, Education, and Public Welfare Reforms
Bhubaneswar, July 2 {UDN}: In a significant policy decision, the State Cabinet, chaired by the Chief Minister, approved 12 key proposals covering eight different government departments. The decisions are expected to strengthen governance, accelerate development initiatives, and improve the implementation of welfare and public service programmes across the state. The Cabinet’s approval reflects the government’s commitment to administrative reforms, infrastructure development, education, healthcare, agriculture, and…
Cabinet Approves INR 7,145 Crore Kanpur–Kabrai Highway Project
New Delhi, July 1: The Union Cabinet has approved a ₹7,145 crore highway project to construct a new road corridor between Kanpur and Kabrai in Uttar Pradesh. The proposed highway is aimed at improving regional connectivity, reducing travel time, and easing traffic congestion on existing routes. It is expected to provide a faster and safer travel option for both passengers and freight movement. Officials said…
GAGAN to Strengthen India’s Satellite Navigation Ecosystem: Government
New Delhi, July 1: The government has said that the GAGAN (GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation) system will play a key role in strengthening India’s satellite-based navigation ecosystem and enhancing precision navigation services across sectors. Officials said GAGAN, developed jointly by the Airports Authority of India and ISRO, is designed to improve the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of satellite navigation signals, particularly for aviation applications.…
Odisha CM Releases Books on Legislative Journey of Speaker
Bhubaneswar, July 1 (UDN): Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday released two books highlighting the two-year journey of Odisha Legislative Assembly Speaker Surama Padhy. Pic Credit: https://x.com/CMO_Odisha The books were released at the Odisha Assembly premises. They document the Speaker’s work and the functioning of the House during her tenure. On the same occasion, the Chief Minister inaugurated a Physiotherapy Centre in the Assembly…
Rtn. Vineetha Chinappa Installed as the New President of Rotary Club of Bangalore
July 1: The evening at the Rotary Club of Bangalore unfolded with a rare blend of gravitas and gratitude, as Rotarians gathered to witness the installation of their new Board. The ceremony was graced by Mr. Bhaskar Bhat, Trustee of Tata Trust, whose keynote address stitched together philosophy, purpose, and pragmatic vision. His words carried the weight of experience and the sparkle of conviction, reminding the gathering that progress is not…
Odisha Steps Up Anti-Drug Drive with ANTF, NDPS Courts
Bhubaneswar, July 1 (UDN): The Odisha Police has announced a series of major initiatives to strengthen its anti-narcotics operations, including the formation of a dedicated Anti Narcotics Task Force (ANTF) and the establishment of four special NDPS courts across the state. The announcement was made by Director General of Police (DGP) Yogesh Bahadur Khurania during a programme held at the State Police Headquarters as part…
Odisha Vigilance Arrests Two VIMSAR Employees in Separate Disproportionate Assets Cases
Sambalpur, July 1 (UDN): The Odisha Vigilance on Wednesday arrested two employees of the Veer Surendra Sai Institute of Medical Sciences and Research (VIMSAR), Burla, after separate investigations allegedly revealed assets disproportionate to their known sources of income. The arrested employees have been identified as Dhanurdhar Biswal, Establishment Officer-cum-Office Superintendent, and Aswini Meher, Steward in the Office of the Superintendent at VIMSAR. Both were booked under…