ASI Prabhakar Nayak Honoured by Nuapada SP for Exemplary Service and People-Centric Policing in Recognition of Outstanding Professional Dedication

Nuapada , June 19: {UDN}:  In recognition of his exceptional professional performance, dedication to duty, and people-centric policing, Assistant Sub-Inspector (ASI) Prabhakar Nayak has been honoured and rewarded by the Superintendent of Police (SP) of Nuapada district, Mr. Amrit Pal Singh. ASI Prabhakar Nayak, a proud son of the soil from Nabarangpur district, is currently serving in Sinapali, Nuapada district. Through his sincere efforts, commitment…

UltraTech Cement Organises Friends’ Meet at Kotpad to Strengthen Community Engagement and Foster Stronger Stakeholder Relationships

Kotpad,June 19: {UDN}:: UltraTech Cement Company organized a “Friends’ Meet” program today at Gayatri Colony, Kotpad. During the meeting, the quality features and benefits of UltraTech Cement were presented before engineers, contractors, and other stakeholders. The special event was organized on the occasion of the 15th anniversary of the company’s distributor, Neela Traders. The program was conducted under the guidance of Mr. Panchanan Samantaray, Unit…

BSF Organises Blood Donation Camp in Jayapur on World Blood Donor Day to Promote Voluntary Blood Donation and Community Health Awareness

Jayapur, June 19: {UDN}:: On the occasion of World Blood Donor Day, observed annually on June 14, a blood donation camp was inaugurated by Commandant Shri Naorem Gopinath Singh of the 180 Battalion, Border Security Force (BSF). The camp was organized with the message that “a single drop of humanity can save a life,” encouraging people to voluntarily donate blood and raise awareness about its…

Demand Raised for Opening of Regional Transport Office in Jayapur to Improve Public Service Delivery and Ease Vehicle-Related Work for Residents

Jayapur ,June 19: {UDN}:  Social worker B. Hari Rao has submitted a memorandum to the Chief Minister through the Sub-Collector of Jeypore, demanding the opening of a weekly office of the Koraput District Transport Officer (DTO) in Jayapur . The memorandum states that a large number of residents, vehicle owners, and drivers from the Jayapur  subdivision and nearby areas are currently compelled to travel to the…

Berhampur SP Seeks Transfer of Leopard Skin Smuggling Case to Wildlife Crime Cell

Berhampur, June 19 (UDN): Superintendent of Police (SP), Berhampur, Dr. Saravana Vivek M, has requested the Director General & Inspector General of Police (DG & IG), CID-Crime Branch, Odisha, to transfer the investigation of a leopard skin smuggling case to the specialized Wildlife Crime Cell. The case was registered at Jarada Police Station in Ganjam district following the arrest of two accused persons on June…

Grand Launch of Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana in Jharsuguda as Over 3 Lakh Beneficiaries Set to Receive Additional Free Rice Support

Jharsuguda,  June 19: {UDN}:  The Government of Odisha has taken a historic step towards ensuring food security for every poor and underprivileged family in the state. In this regard, the district-level launch of the Mukhyamantri Annapurna Yojana was held with great enthusiasm today at the MCL Auditorium in Jharsuguda. At the beginning of the event, district residents and guests watched a live telecast of the…

Rental Housing Projects to Be Developed in Urban Areas, Announces Urban Development Minister, Aim to Address Rising Demand for Affordable Accommodation in Cities

Bhubaneswar,June 19: {UDN}:  The Urban Development Minister has reacted to the new rental housing policy, stating that the government has introduced this policy to provide affordable rental accommodation. A large number of people are migrating to the state capital, but many are unable to find rental housing. As a result, slum settlements are increasing. To prevent the growth of slums, the government plans to provide…

Holiday Declared in Sambalpur on June 20 for Sital Sasthi Festival, District Administration Announces Closure of Offices and Institutions

Sambalpur , June 19: {UDN}:  A government holiday has been declared in Sambalpur on June 20. All government offices in the district will remain closed in view of the famous Sital Sasthi festival. In addition, all educational institutions under the Sambalpur Sub-Division will also remain closed on the day. The holiday has been announced in accordance with an earlier notification issued by the Northern Range…

High-Level Review Meeting Held to Assess Preparations for Puri Rath Yatra 2026, Focus on Crowd Management, Security and Infrastructure

Puri , June 19: {UDN}:  Under the chairpersonship of Chief Secretary Mrs. Anu Garg, a comprehensive review meeting was conducted to assess and strengthen the preparations for the world-famous Puri Rath Yatra 2026, one of the largest religious gatherings in India that attracts millions of devotees, pilgrims, and tourists from across the country and abroad. During the meeting, extensive discussions were held regarding various aspects…

Applications Invited for Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award (PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar) 2026, Recognizing Exceptional Achievements of Young Talents Across India

Bhubaneswar,  June 19: {UDN}:  Children who have made a positive impact on the lives of others and have demonstrated exceptional achievements and outstanding contributions in various fields are honored through the Prime Minister’s National Children’s Award (PM Rashtriya Bal Puraskar) 2026. This prestigious national award recognizes young achievers whose talent, dedication, innovation, courage, leadership, and service to society have inspired others and brought meaningful change…