Kolkata, June 25: West Bengal’s FY 2026-27 Budget marks a significant shift towards an investment-driven growth strategy, with a strong emphasis on infrastructure development, industrial expansion, technology-led innovation, and job creation, according to recent analyses of the state’s fiscal roadmap. The budget, presented by Finance Minister Swapan Dasgupta, outlines a comprehensive vision to transform West Bengal into a major investment destination while maintaining a balance…
Hon’ble CM Pushes AI-Powered Maritime Security for Safer Odisha Coastline
Bhubaneswar, June 25 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday emphasized the need for leveraging advanced technologies, including Artificial Intelligence (AI), to strengthen maritime security and ensure a safer coastline for the state. Addressing the 14th Multi-Agency Maritime Security Group (MAMSG) Policy Meeting held in Bhubaneswar, the Chief Minister said that the high-level meeting was being organised outside New Delhi for the first…
OSDMA Orders Statewide Fire Safety Audit in Educational Institutions
Bhubaneswar, June 25 (UDN): In a significant move to strengthen safety measures in educational institutions, the Odisha State Disaster Management Authority (OSDMA) has issued comprehensive guidelines on fire safety and directed authorities to conduct fire safety audits across the state. Representational image The directive comes amid growing concerns over fire-related incidents in educational establishments across the country. OSDMA has instructed all concerned departments and district…
Sujata Pandian Likely to Join BJD Today; Major Announcement Expected at Shankha Bhavan
Bhubaneswar, June 25 (UDN): Political circles in Odisha are abuzz with speculation over the possible entry of Sujata Pandian into the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) on Thursday. According to party sources, a formal induction programme is likely to be held at Shankha Bhavan in Bhubaneswar. Leaders and party workers from various Assembly constituencies across the state are expected to attend the event, indicating the significance…
Raja Song in Class V English Textbook Triggers Controversy; Teachers Await Revised Corrections
Bhubaneswar, June 25 (UDN): A controversy has surfaced over errors in newly introduced school textbooks in Odisha after an Odia Raja festival song was found printed on page 133 of the Class V English textbook Pallabi. The inclusion of the Odia song in an English-language textbook has drawn criticism from teachers and educationists across the state. Teachers have expressed dissatisfaction over the delay in receiving…
Additional Coaches Attached to Various Trains to Accommodate Rising Passenger Demand and Ensure Comfortable Travel
Bhubaneswar, June 25 {UDN}: In order to provide passengers with a more comfortable travel experience and to effectively manage the anticipated surge in passenger traffic during the coming week, Indian Railways has decided to temporarily augment several express trains with additional coaches.According to the announcement, Train No. 12837 Howrah–Puri Express will be provided with one additional Sleeper Class coach from June 20 to June 26,…
MLA Calls for Making Development Schemes More People-Centric to Ensure Greater Public Participation and Benefits
Jharsuguda:, June 25 {UDN}: On the occasion of the successful completion of the Odisha Government’s second year in office, a special programme was organized at Kirmira under the theme “Bikashara Dhara, Odisha Sara” (The Stream of Development Across Odisha). The event was attended by Jharsuguda MLA Tankadhar Tripathy as the chief guest. Addressing the gathering, the legislator highlighted the various welfare-oriented initiatives and development programmes…
District Kinnar Association Holds Courtesy Meeting with Nabarangpur Superintendent of Police to Discuss Community Welfare Issues
Nabarangpur, June 25 {UDN}: Under the leadership of social worker and women’s advisor of the District Kinnar Association, Sharmistha Deo, members of the District Kinnar Association paid a courtesy visit to the newly appointed Superintendent of Police (SP) of Nabarangpur district, P. Partha Kashyap.During the meeting, SP P. Partha Kashyap appreciated the active role played by the Kinnar Association in various social welfare and community…
Ramesh Chandra Tadingi Wins Appreciation for His Noble Act of Voluntary Blood Donation and Service to Humanity
Jharigaon,June 25 {UDN}: Ramesh Chandra Tadingi, an employee of Jharigaon Block, has set an inspiring example of humanity by voluntarily donating blood during an emergency situation. His timely act of kindness helped meet the urgent blood requirement of a pregnant woman, Gomati, from Banuaguda village. According to reports, Ramesh Chandra Tadingi was in Umerkote for personal work when he received information from his friend Sushant…
Koraput District Collector Chairs Review Meeting of District Urban Development Agency and Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban)
Koraput, June 25 {UDN}: A comprehensive review meeting of the District Urban Development Agency (DUDA) and the Swachh Bharat Mission (Urban) was held today under the chairmanship of the District Collector of Koraput. The meeting focused on evaluating the progress of various urban development initiatives, sanitation projects, cleanliness campaigns, and public welfare programmes being implemented across the urban local bodies of the district. During the…