Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UDN): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a nowcast warning predicting thunderstorm, lightning, and light to moderate rainfall in nine districts of Odisha over the next three hours. According to the warning issued at 11:00 am, these weather conditions are very likely to occur at one or two places in the affected districts during the period. The districts under the yellow…
India Emerges 4th in Hurun Unicorn Index
New Delhi, June 26: India has ranked fourth globally with 61 unicorn companies, according to the latest Hurun Global Unicorn Index, underlining the country’s expanding footprint in the global startup ecosystem. The report highlights India’s growing stature as a major hub for innovation and entrepreneurship, supported by rapid growth across key sectors such as fintech, e-commerce, software services, and consumer technology. The United States and…
Strait of Hormuz Shipping Traffic Recovers to 57 pc of Pre-Conflict Levels: Report
June 26: Vessel traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has recovered to approximately 57% of pre-conflict levels, indicating a gradual stabilisation in one of the world’s most critical maritime and energy transit routes, according to a recent shipping and trade monitoring report. The Strait of Hormuz, which connects the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea, is a vital chokepoint for…
Muharram Holiday: Stock Markets to Remain Closed
Mumbai, June 26: The Indian stock markets will remain closed today on account of Muharram, a scheduled trading holiday. Both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock Exchange (NSE) will not conduct trading in equity, equity derivatives, securities lending and borrowing (SLB), and currency derivatives segments. Normal trading activities will resume on the next working day. The closure is in line with the…
Odisha Govt Tightens Monitoring of LPG Supply to Colleges, Directs Shift to PNG Where Available
Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UDN): In a move to ensure uninterrupted hostel operations amid concerns over cooking gas availability, the Odisha Higher Education Department has directed Regional Directors of Education to closely monitor the supply of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) to Higher Educational Institutions (HEIs) across the state. The directive, issued by Joint Secretary Dr. Sujata Subhadarshini Nayak, follows deliberations held during the second meeting of…
Odisha Speaker Appoints Pramila Mallik to Head Public Accounts Committee for 2026–27
Bhubaneswar, June 26: Senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and Chief Whip of the BJD Legislature Party, Pramila Mallik, has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Odisha Legislative Assembly for the financial year 2026–27. The appointment was made by Speaker Surama Padhy through a notification issued by the Odisha Legislative Assembly Secretariat. Mallik was nominated to head the…
Odisha Assembly Announces Constitution of House Committees for 2026–27
Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UDN): Speaker of the Odisha Legislative Assembly, Surama Padhy, has constituted more than 35 House Committees for the financial year 2026–27, reinforcing the Assembly’s legislative oversight and procedural framework. Among the key committees formed are the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Rules Committee, Committee of Privileges, Committee on Subordinate Legislation, Committee on Petitions, and the Library Committee. The Rules Committee will be chaired…
Odisha Govt Suspends ‘VB-G Ram G’ Work for 60 Days During Kharif Season
Bhubaneswar, June 26 (UDN): The Odisha Government has announced the temporary suspension of the ‘VB-G Ram G’ work for a period of 60 days during the ongoing agricultural season to facilitate farming activities across the state. According to an official notification issued by the government, the decision has been taken keeping in view the peak agricultural operations during the Kharif season. The suspension aims to…
Puri Conducts Mock Drill for Smooth and Safe Snana Yatra, Rath Yatra
Puri, June 26 (UDN): In preparation for the upcoming Snana Yatra and Rath Yatra of Lord Jagannath, a comprehensive mock drill was conducted in Puri on Friday to ensure smooth, safe, and disciplined management of the festivals. The exercise was organized with the active participation of various government departments and agencies, including the district administration, police, health services, fire services, municipal authorities, and other stakeholders.…
Monsoon Gains Strength: North and South Odisha Likely to Receive Widespread Rainfall, Bringing Relief from Heat and Humidity
Bhubaneswar:June 26 {UDN}: Due to the influence of the monsoon, North and South Odisha are expected to receive widespread and good rainfall. According to weather forecasts, several districts in both regions may experience moderate to heavy rain over the coming days. The rainfall is expected to improve agricultural activities and provide relief from the prevailing heat and humidity. Authorities have advised residents to remain alert…