Bhubaneswar, June 24 (UDN): Odisha has once again earned national acclaim as three eminent personalities from the state were conferred with the prestigious Padma Shri award by President Droupadi Murmu at a special investiture ceremony held at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on Tuesday. The awardees—Santali litterateur and educationist Charan Hembram, veteran Prahallad Natak exponent Simanchal Patra, and master Bandha weaver Sarat Kumar Patra—have been…
FIFA World Cup: Egypt Registers Historic First-Ever Victory with 3-1 Win Over New Zealand
Vancouver, June 24 {UDN}: Egypt registered its first-ever victory in FIFA World Cup history by defeating New Zealand 3–1. The historic win marked a significant milestone for Egyptian football, as the team delivered an impressive performance to secure all three points. With this victory, Egypt etched its name into the World Cup record books and boosted its confidence for the upcoming matches in the tournament.…
Puri Residents to Enjoy Hassle-Free Darshan as New System Eliminates the Need for Long Waiting Queues
Puri, June 24 {UDN}: Residents of Puri will soon be able to enjoy a more convenient and streamlined darshan system at the temple. They will no longer have to stand in long queues for extended periods to enter the shrine. Under the new arrangement, local residents will be able to gain entry to the temple by scanning their Aadhaar cards. This digital verification process is…
Unprecedented Security Measures for Rath Yatra: 200 Police Platoons and Citywide CCTV Surveillance to Safeguard Devotees
Pur, June 24 {UDN}: During this year’s Rath Yatra, security arrangements will be unprecedented, with 200 platoons of police force deployed across the city. The entire city will remain under strict surveillance through an extensive network of CCTV cameras to ensure the safety and smooth movement of devotees. Authorities have also strengthened crowd-management, traffic-control, and emergency-response measures to facilitate a safe and peaceful Rath Yatra…
RI/Amin Recruitment Examination Scheduled for June 28, While Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) Rescheduled to July 5
Bhubaneswar, June 24 {UDN}: The RI/Amin recruitment examination will be conducted on June 28 as scheduled, while the Odisha Teacher Eligibility Test (OTET) has been postponed and will now be held on July 5. Additionally, the validity period of the TET qualification certificate has been extended to three years. The revised schedule has been announced to ensure the smooth conduct of both examinations and provide…
Southwest Monsoon Covers Entire Odisha; Rainfall Expected Across Several Districts for the Next Four Days
Bhubaneswa, June 24 {UDN}: The southwest monsoon has now covered the entire state of Odisha. Rainfall is likely in different parts of the state over the next four days. The Meteorological Department has advised residents to stay updated on weather forecasts, as some areas may experience moderate to heavy rainfall accompanied by thunderstorms.
Puri Residents to Get Aadhaar-Based Special Darshan Facility at Srimandir
Puri, June 23 (UDN): In a major relief for local devotees, the Odisha government is set to introduce a special Aadhaar-based entry system to enable residents of Puri to have hassle-free darshan at the Jagannath Temple without having to wait in long queues. Announcing the initiative, Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan said a dedicated mechanism is being developed with the assistance of the Odisha Computer Application…
Doctor Arrested in Umerkote for Alleged Cheating and Criminal Intimidation
Umerkote, June 23 (UDN): Police in Odisha’s Umerkote have arrested a doctor, identified as Abinash Mohanty, on charges of allegedly cheating a woman of gold ornaments and cash and threatening to release private videos, officials said. According to police sources, the arrest was made following a complaint lodged by the woman, who accused the doctor of allegedly misappropriating her gold ornaments and money. The complainant…
Odisha CM Enhances Ex-Gratia to INR 10 Lakh for Families of Victims of TN Ammonia Gas Leak
Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has enhanced the ex-gratia assistance for the families of Odia workers who lost their lives in the ammonia gas leak incident in Tiruvallur, Tamil Nadu, raising the compensation from ₹4 lakh to ₹10 lakh per deceased family. The decision comes in view of the tragic incident at a seafood processing unit in Tamil Nadu, where…
46 PC Rainfall Deficit in June Begins to Impact Kharif Cultivation in Odisha
Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UDN): Although the southwest monsoon has become active across Odisha, a significant rainfall deficit during June has started affecting Kharif cultivation in several parts of the state. Representational image According to official sources, Odisha has recorded around 46 per cent below-normal rainfall so far this month, raising concerns over agricultural activities, particularly the ongoing Kharif season. The shortfall in rainfall has reportedly…