Bhadrak, Aug. 22 (UDN): Although floodwaters have started receding in several parts of Odisha, normal life is still far from restored in many districts, including Bhadrak. In Dihabil village under Tentulidihi Panchayat of Chandbali block, residents continue to struggle as knee-deep water remains stagnant, disrupting their daily lives. Water Levels Drop, But Hardships Remain Floodwater still covers village roads, residential areas, and low-lying pockets, making…
Odisha Braces for More Rain as Two Cyclonic Circulations Influence Weather
Bhubaneswar, Aug 22: Odisha is likely to see increased rainfall over the coming days as two cyclonic circulations remain active over and around the state, according to the India Meteorological Department (IMD). Pic Credit: Pexel One of the systems is currently located over north Odisha and adjoining areas of south Gangetic West Bengal and Jharkhand, while the other lies over the west-central and adjoining northwest…
Odisha Clears 14 Investment Projects Worth INR 2,780 Crore, Over 14,000 Jobs Expected
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 22 (UDN): The Odisha government has approved 14 investment proposals worth Rs 2,780 crore, paving the way for industrial expansion across 10 districts and the creation of more than 14,000 employment opportunities. Representational Image The proposals were cleared by the State Level Single Window Clearance Authority (SLSWCA), chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, covering investments in sectors ranging from food processing and chemicals…
Fire Guts Two Shops at Bhubaneswar’s Unit-1 Market, Sparks Fresh Safety Concerns
Bhubaneswar, Aug. 22 (UDN): A major fire broke out at Bhubaneswar’s Unit-1 Market early Saturday, reducing two shops to ashes and causing property losses worth lakhs of rupees before firefighters managed to contain the blaze. Representational Image The fire completely engulfed a grocery shop and a puja materials store, with flames spreading rapidly through the densely packed market. Preliminary reports suggest the blaze may have…
Paradip Port Hits 150 MT Cargo Milestone; Centre Announces INR 21,000-Crore Bahuda Port Project
Paradip,Aug. 22 (UDN): Odisha’s Paradip Port has crossed a landmark annual cargo handling capacity of 150 million metric tonnes (MT), marking a major milestone in the state’s maritime sector. The achievement was announced by Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal during his visit to the port on Friday. Representational Image The minister also inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for seven infrastructure…
Explosion at NTPC Kaniha Plant in Odisha Leaves Five Workers Critically Injured
Angul,Aug. 22 (UDN): At least five workers suffered critical burn injuries after a powerful explosion at NTPC’s Kaniha Thermal Power Station in Odisha’s Angul district on Saturday morning. Representational Image According to preliminary information, the blast occurred inside Bunker (B) of the plant, located in Pallahara, triggering an emergency response from plant authorities and local medical teams. The injured workers sustained severe burn injuries and…
President Droupadi Murmu Participates in Formal Opening Ceremony of Amrit Udyan Visit Programme at Rashtrapati Bhavan
Bhubaneswar Aug 22 [UDN}:At Rashtrapati Bhavan, President Droupadi Murmu participated in the formal opening ceremony of the Amrit Udyan visit programme.Amrit Udyan will remain open to the general public from August 16 to September 15, 2026.Visitors can explore the garden every day from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Central Government Introduces VAHAN Database Reforms to Strengthen Road Safety and Improve Vehicle Classification System
Bhubaneswar Aug 22 [UDN}:The Central Government has taken steps to reform the ‘VAHAN’ database and strengthen road safety. As per the Vehicle Classification rules, vehicles have been divided into four categories:Active CompliantActive Non-CompliantTemporary ArchivePermanent ArchiveVehicle owners are advised to always keep their vehicle documents updated and ensure that their vehicle remains in the Active Compliant category at all times.
IT Sector Expansion in Koraput Brings New Hope for Educated Youth, Says Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling
Koraput, Aug 22 [UDN}:The initiatives being undertaken to promote the IT sector in Koraput district are expected to create new hope and opportunities for the educated youth of the district in the coming days. There is considerable potential to further strengthen the IT and information technology ecosystem through the Software Technology Parks of India (STPI) facility located in Jeypore.These initiatives could provide the young men…
Historic First in Rayagada: Visually Impaired Person Appointed as Permanent Teacher Under Welfare Department
Rayagada:Aug 22 [UDN}: For the first time in Rayagada district, a visually impaired person with a disability has been appointed as a permanent teacher under the Welfare Department. Rayagada District Collector Shri Ashutosh Kulkarni handed over the appointment letter to the newly appointed teacher today.This appointment is not merely an instance of a teacher securing a job; it is a positive example of ensuring equal…