Bhubaneswar, June 8: Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) and Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) have been recognised as Model Campuses under the Vehicle-Free Campus Initiative of the FIT India Movement and have been felicitated with the prestigious FERN Award for promoting sustainable mobility and healthy living practices. The recognition, conferred under the aegis of the FIT India Movement, acknowledges the institutions’ efforts to…
Domestic LPG Price Increased by ₹29 per Cylinder; New Rates Effective Immediately
New Delhi, June 8: The price of domestic Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) has been increased by ₹29 per 14.2-kg cylinder, adding to household expenses across the country. The revised rates have come into effect immediately. The latest hike follows a review of international energy prices and domestic market conditions. Officials indicated that the adjustment was necessary to address the rising cost of procurement and distribution…
From INR 6,000 Monthly Salary to Multi-Crore Assets: Odisha Vigilance Arrests Engineer in Major DA Case
Bhubaneswar, June 8 (UDN): In one of the state’s major disproportionate assets cases, Odisha Vigilance has arrested Baikuntha Nath Behera, a government engineer, after uncovering assets allegedly far exceeding his known sources of income. Representational image Behera, who joined Odisha government service as a Junior Engineer in 1999 with a monthly salary of around ₹6,000, is alleged to have amassed wealth worth several crores of…
Major Boost to Sports Infrastructure: Multipurpose Sports Complex to Come Up at Gothapatna, Modern Stadiums Planned in Every Block
Bhubaneswar, June 8 (UDN): In a significant step towards strengthening sports infrastructure across Odisha, the state government has announced the development of a world-class multipurpose sports complex at Gothapatna in Bhubaneswar along with the construction of modern stadiums in all 314 blocks of the state. The proposed sports complex at Gothapatna will be developed over nearly 150 acres with an estimated investment of around ₹1,000…
Chief Minister Lays Foundation Stones for 204 Godabarish Mishra Primary Schools Across Odisha
Bhubaneswar, June 8 (UDN): In a significant step towards strengthening primary education infrastructure in Odisha, the Chief Minister on Monday laid the foundation stones for 204 Godabarish Mishra Primary Schools across the state. The initiative is aimed at enhancing the quality of elementary education by providing modern learning facilities, improved classrooms, and a conducive academic environment for young students. The schools are being developed under…
Government Polytechnic Observes “A Tree for Mother” Campaign on World Environment Day
Malkangiri, June 8: World Environment Day was celebrated at the premises of the local Government Polytechnic Institute. The program was organized under the direct supervision of the institution’s Principal, Mr. Pritiranjan Priyadarshi Patra. Distinguished guests included Dr. Ranjan Swain, Lecturer in the Department of Commerce, and Mr. Damprudhar Honanok from Malkangiri. On this occasion, all staff members, students, and guests took a pledge under the…
Daya Chalan Appointed as MLA Representative at Bonda Development Agency
Malkangiri,June 8: : Daya Chalan has been appointed as the MLA representative of the Bonda Development Agency located at Mudulipada under Khairput Block of Malkangiri district. In this regard, Chitrakonda MLA Mangu Khila officially handed over the responsibility to Daya Chalan through a written letter today. After being newly appointed as the MLA representative of the Bonda Development Agency, Mr. Chalan expressed that he would…
World Environment Day Celebrated by Balimela NAC with Green Initiative
Balimela,June 8: . On this occasion, World Environment Day was celebrated by the Balimela Notified Area Council (NAC) in Malkangiri district under the chairmanship of Executive Officer. As part of the programme, tree plantation drives were carried out at various places in Balimela along with awareness campaigns. According to available information, World Environment Day is observed every year on June 5. On this occasion, tree plantation…
Kotpad Court Hosts World Environment Day Programme Under Legal Services Committee
Kotpad, June 8: World Environment Day was observed at the Kotpad Court premises under the aegis of the Taluk Legal Services Committee. The programme was held under the chairmanship of First Class Judicial Magistrate Trijib Kumar Nanda. Members of the Kotpad Bar Association, Forest Department officials, and court staff participated in the programme and carried out tree plantation activities. After planting various species of trees…
Koraput Observes World Environment Day 2026 with Focus on Environmental Protection
Koraput, June 8: The district-level celebration of ‘World Environment Day 2026’ was successfully observed today in Koraput District with great enthusiasm and public participation. The programme highlighted the importance of environmental protection, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable development. On this occasion, the administration and participating organizations emphasized the need to preserve nature and create greater awareness about environmental conservation among the people. Various awareness activities and…