New Delhi, June 9: The Central Government has reduced the annual quota of subsidised LPG cylinders available to beneficiaries under the Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) from nine to four, citing consumption patterns and rising subsidy burdens amid increasing global energy prices. Representational image The decision, announced by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, is aimed at aligning subsidy support with the average annual…
Tributes Paid to Former Odisha Chief Minister Nandini Satpathy on Her Birth Anniversary
Bhubaneswar, June 9 (UDN): Rich tributes were paid to former Odisha Chief Minister and renowned writer Nandini Satpathy on the occasion of her birth anniversary, with political leaders, social organizations, intellectuals, and admirers remembering her immense contribution to public life, literature, and women’s empowerment. Floral tributes were offered at her statue and memorial sites, while commemorative programmes were organized at various places across the state…
AB de Villiers Caps Off Sneaker LAB’s Golden Wipe Campaign with an Exclusive Meet & Greet Experience
June 9 : Sneaker LAB, a South Africa-born brand redefining sneaker care through science-led and sustainable solutions, recently hosted an exclusive meet & greet experience with cricketing icon AB de Villiers for the winners of its Golden Wipe campaign in India. Designed as the culmination of the brand’s highly engaging consumer campaign launched last year, the experience brought together passionate sneaker enthusiasts and cricket fans…
Maoist Arms and Explosives Seized in Joint Night Operation in Malkangiri
Malkangiri, June 9 (UDN): Security forces achieved a major breakthrough in anti-Maoist operations after recovering a cache of arms, ammunition, and explosives during a joint night operation in the Maoist-affected areas of Malkangiri district. The operation was carried out jointly by personnel of the District Voluntary Force (DVF), Special Operations Group (SOG), and Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) based on specific intelligence inputs regarding Maoist…
President Droupadi Murmu Presents Gallantry Awards at Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026
New Delhi, June 9 (BNP): President of India, Droupadi Murmu, conferred Gallantry Awards upon personnel of the Armed Forces, Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs), and State and Union Territory Police during the Defence Investiture Ceremony-2026 (Phase-I) held at the historic Rashtrapati Bhavan. The prestigious ceremony recognized exceptional acts of courage, devotion to duty, and selfless service displayed by security personnel in the face of extraordinary…
PM Narendra Modi Set to Become India’s Longest-Serving Prime Minister
New Delhi, June 9 (BNP): Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to achieve a historic milestone on June 10 by surpassing the tenure record of India’s first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, becoming the country’s longest-serving Prime Minister. Having first assumed office on May 26, 2014, Modi has completed more than 12 years in office and is poised to overtake Nehru’s uninterrupted tenure as Prime Minister.…
Indian Railways to Launch AI-Powered Waiting List Prediction System from August
New Delhi, June 9: In a significant step towards modernising passenger services, Indian Railways is set to introduce an Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered waiting list prediction system from August, enabling passengers to receive more accurate estimates of ticket confirmation chances. Representational image The new technology will use advanced machine learning algorithms and data analytics to analyse historical booking patterns, cancellation trends, seasonal travel demand, train occupancy…
Odisha Cabinet Approves INR 500-Crore Waterfront Development Scheme to Transform Urban Landscapes
Bhubaneswar, June 9 (UDN): In a major step towards sustainable urban development and environmental rejuvenation, the Odisha Cabinet on Monday approved the ambitious Waterfront Development Scheme with a budgetary outlay of ₹500 crore to be implemented over the next five years. The flagship initiative aims to revitalize riverfronts and urban water bodies across selected cities in Odisha, converting them into vibrant public spaces that combine…
TERI Director Highlights Climate-Health and WEFE Nexus Solutions at Global Sustainability Conference in Brussels
Brussels, Belgium, June 9, 2026: Anshuman represented India at the 9th G-STIC Conference in Brussels, contributing to key discussions on the Climate–Health nexus and the Water–Energy–Food–Environment (WEFE) Nexus, with a focus on advancing climate resilience and sustainable development. Speaking during the session titled “Climate–Health Nexus: Driving Solutions in a Changing Geopolitical Landscape,” Anshuman emphasized the need for integrated Climate–Health Intelligence Systems that bring together climate,…
TiE Bhubaneswar President Highlights Importance of Conversational AI and Prompt Engineering at ICMAI Seminar
Bhubaneswar, June 9, 2026: A seminar on “Conversational AI and Prompt Engineering” was organized by the ICMAI Bhubaneswar Chapter at CMA Bhawan, Nayapalli, bringing together professionals and members to explore the growing impact of artificial intelligence on business and professional practices. Ayaskanta Mohanty attended the event as the Chief Guest and delivered an insightful address on the evolving landscape of Conversational AI. He provided a…