Bhubaneswar, Aug 28 [UDN}:Ashish Kumar Singh has been appointed as the new DIG of the North Central Range.The incumbent IG, Satyabrata Bhoi, has been transferred and appointed as IG, Intelligence.
Mrs. Rita Mohanty Takes Charge as New Block Education Officer of Nandahandi, Assumes Responsibility for Strengthening Education Administration
Nandahandi ,Aug 28 [UDN}: Mrs. Rita Mohanty assumed charge as the new Block Education Officer (BEO) of Nandahandi Block in Nabarangpur district. Earlier, Nabarangpur Additional District Education Officer Shri Shrikanta Jani was holding the charge.The Naranagpuriya family extends its heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to Mrs. Rita Mohanty on taking up the new responsibility.
FBDOO Organizes Blood Donation Camp in Odisha, Volunteers Come Forward to Support Life-Saving Healthcare Efforts
Bhubaneswar, Aug 28 [UDN}:: A voluntary blood donation camp was organized jointly by FBDOO and Accenture at the Accenture Acharya Vihar Auditorium in Bhubaneswar. HR Head Satyapriya Mohanty, Yojan Mohanty, General Manager Mihir Das, and Akshaya Kumar Rout, Secretary of the Federation of Blood Donor Organizations of Odisha, were among those present as guests. A team from the Red Cross Regional Blood Centre, led by…
Odisha Adds 100 More MBBS Seats for 2026–27 Academic Session, Bringing Greater Opportunities for NEET-UG Aspirants
Bhubaneswar,Aug 28 [UDN}:For the 2026–27 academic session, the number of MBBS seats has been increased by 50 each in two medical colleges in Odisha. VIMSAR, Burla, a government medical college, has received 50 additional seats, while private medical college DRIEMS has also received 50 additional seats.With this increase, Odisha’s 14 government medical colleges will have a total of 1,850 MBBS seats. Of these, 15% will…
Newly Enacted MMDR Amendment Act, 2026 Comes Into Force, Bringing Major Changes to Taxation of Mineral Rights and Mineral-Bearing Lands
Bhubaneswar, Aug 28 [UDN}:The newly enacted MMDR Amendment Act–2026 is feared to have serious implications for Odisha’s mineral resources, the state’s rights, the constitutional safeguards of tribal communities, and District Mineral Foundation (DMF) funds.In view of this serious issue, the Congress Legislature Party submitted a request letter to the Hon’ble Governor, urging the immediate convening of a two-day special session of the Odisha Legislative Assembly…
Kendrapara Flood Situation Reviewed: ADMs Rabindra Kumar Mallick and Nabakrishna Jena Visit Flood-Affected Areas of Pattamundai Block
Kendrapara,Aug 28 [UDN}: ADM (Rev) Shri Rabindra Kumar Mallick and ADM (Gen.) Shri Nabakrishna Jena visited different flood-affected areas of Pattamundai Block today and took stock of the prevailing situation. They reviewed relief and restoration measures and interacted with affected people to assess their needs. Necessary directions were issued to the field officials to ensure timely relief and all essential support to the affected population.
Tamil Nadu Announces Three Free LPG Cylinders Every Year for Eligible Families Under New Annapoorani Super Six Scheme
Tamil Nadu, Aug 28 [UDN}:Tamil Nadu families will receive three free LPG cylinders every year. Chief Minister Joseph Vijay made the major announcement. The cost of the three cylinders will be credited directly to beneficiaries’ bank accounts. Around 1.30 crore families in Tamil Nadu will benefit. Vijay also announced free bus services for women and transgender persons.
Nabarangpur District Hit by Continuous Heavy Rainfall, Water Levels Rise and Normal Life Disrupted Across Several Areas
Nabarangpur, Aug 28 [UDN}:Continuous rainfall for the past two days has caused severe waterlogging across Nabarangpur district, affecting both rural and urban areas.In several low-lying areas of Nabarangpur town, rainwater has entered houses, while nearly two feet of water is flowing over the main roads. At Bangiri Bridge in Nandahandi block, around three feet of water is flowing over the bridge, disrupting connectivity to three…
KISS University Celebrates 9th Foundation Day with Grand Festivities; Founder Dr. Achyuta Samanta Extends Heartfelt Greetings to Students
Bhubaneswar, Aug 28 [UDN}:The 9th Foundation Day of KISS University was celebrated with great enthusiasm and grandeur, marking another significant milestone in the institution’s journey of academic excellence, social commitment, and inclusive education. The occasion brought together students, faculty members, staff, distinguished guests, and well-wishers to commemorate the university’s achievements and reflect on its vision for the future.On this special occasion, the university’s founder, Dr.…
Fresh Low-Pressure System Likely Over Bay of Bengal, Odisha Braces for Another Spell of Heavy to Very Heavy Rainfall
Bhubaneswar, Aug 28 [UDN}:A fresh low-pressure system is once again likely to develop over the region, raising concerns about another spell of heavy rainfall across Odisha. The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast the possibility of significant rain as the new weather system approaches, prompting renewed concern among residents, farmers, and local administrations.Northern and coastal Odisha are already facing severe waterlogging following continuous and intense…