Rayagada, June 23 (UDN): The National Commission for Women (NCW) has taken strong cognisance of the mob assault on a non-Odia woman in Odisha’s Rayagada district after she was falsely suspected of being involved in child lifting, and has sought an Action Taken Report (ATR) from the Director General of Police (DGP), Odisha. Acting on its own initiative, the NCW has directed the state police…
TPNODL Enforcement Staff Member Allegedly Assaulted During Raid on Illegal Power Connection in Bhadrak
Bhadrak, June 23 (UDN): An employee of Tata Power North Odisha Distribution Limited (TPNODL) was allegedly assaulted during an enforcement drive against illegal electricity usage in Chandipur village under Bonth police limits in Bhadrak district on Sunday. According to a police complaint, a TPNODL enforcement team had visited the village following information about an alleged unauthorised “hook” connection being used to draw electricity illegally from…
SIPs and Equities Dominate 80 pc of Digital Investors’ Wealth in India
New Delhi, June 23: Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) and equities together account for nearly 80% of the wealth held by digital investors in India, according to a recent report. The findings highlight a strong preference among retail investors for market-linked instruments, reflecting growing financial awareness and increasing participation in capital markets through digital platforms. The report notes that SIPs have become a key entry point…
Odisha Updates English Spellings of Key Cities and Towns to Reflect Authentic Odia Pronunciation
Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UDN): The Odisha Government has officially notified revised English spellings for several districts, towns, and administrative blocks across the state in an effort to better align them with their original Odia pronunciation and linguistic roots. Representational image Under the updated nomenclature, several prominent place names will now be represented in official English records as follows: Cuttack will be spelt as Kataka, Balasore…
Amit Shah Scheduled for One-Day Odisha Visit on July 4
Bhubaneswar, June 23: Union Home Minister Amit Shah is scheduled to visit Odisha on July 4 for a one-day official tour, during which he will attend a series of government and organisational programmes. During the visit, Shah is expected to participate in an event organised by the Cooperation Department, along with other official engagements. He is also likely to attend BJP organisational meetings and address…
Odisha Vigilance Raids Seven Locations Linked to Sambalpur CADA Executive Engineer in DA Case
Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UDN): Odisha Vigilance on Tuesday launched simultaneous searches at seven locations associated with Padmalochan Nayak, Executive Engineer of the Command Area Development Authority (CADA), Sambalpur Division, over allegations of possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. Acting on allegations of amassing disproportionate assets, Vigilance officials conducted the raids on the strength of search warrants issued by the Special Vigilance Judge,…
Fatal Fire Breaks Out at Pharma City Chemical Plant Near Vizag
Visakhapatnam, June 23: Two people were killed after a fire broke out at a chemical factory located in Pharma City near Visakhapatnam, officials said on Monday. The incident occurred at a manufacturing unit within the industrial zone, leading to an emergency response by fire services and other rescue teams. Efforts were made to bring the blaze under control and prevent it from spreading to nearby…
Northern Railways, Indus Towers Boost Women’s Hygiene Access
New Delhi, June 23: Northern Railways, in collaboration with Indus Towers, has strengthened access to women’s hygiene facilities across 175 railway stations, marking a significant step towards improving sanitation and passenger comfort. The initiative focuses on enhancing hygiene infrastructure for women travellers by improving availability and accessibility of clean and safe sanitation facilities at key railway stations. The project aims to ensure better hygiene standards,…
Jay Shah Calls for Sports-Driven Well-Being on International Olympic Day
New Delhi, June 23: On the occasion of International Olympic Day, ICC Chairman Jay Shah called for greater emphasis on sports as a catalyst for unity, inspiration, and empowerment, highlighting its role in shaping healthier and more inclusive societies. Marking the day, Shah said sport goes far beyond competition, acting as a powerful force that builds character, discipline, teamwork, and resilience. He stressed that regular…
Royaloak Partners with Team Pumpkin to Strengthen Digital Presence
June 23: Royaloak Furniture, India’s No. 1 furniture brand, has appointed Team Pumpkin as its integrated digital marketing partner to strengthen the brand’s digital presence and accelerate growth across online platforms. The partnership marks a strategic step for Royaloak as it continues to expand its reach among modern Indian consumers. Founded in 2012, Royaloak is one of India’s furniture and home décor brands, offering a…