Bhubaneswar, Aug 21 [UDN}:The Odisha Cabinet has decided to continue the ‘Yashoda’ and ‘Ashirbad’ schemes for the next five years, from 2026–27 to 2030–31, for the welfare and support of vulnerable and destitute children.Similarly, the Cabinet has approved the extension of the ‘Malati Devi Pre-School Uniform Scheme’ for another five years.Under the scheme, revisions have been made to the unit cost of uniforms, shoes, socks…
Renowned Sambalpuri Dance Guru Ranjit Kumar Nag Receives Prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award
Sambalpuri, Aug 21 [UDN}:Renowned Sambalpuri dance guru Ranjit Kumar Nag has received the prestigious Sangeet Natak Akademi Award from the Hon’ble President of India for his outstanding contribution to the promotion and propagation of Sambalpuri folk dance.This is a proud and glorious moment for the Sambalpuri language, culture, and heritage, bringing great recognition to Odisha’s rich folk traditions.
Rupu Bhatra Participates in Blood Donation Camp at Historic PM SHRI High School in Kotpad
Kotpad,,Aug 21 [UDN}: Rupu Bhatrq participated in the blood donation camp organized at PMSHRIHighSchool, the oldest school in Kotpad, and had the privilege of encouraging and motivating the blood donors for their noble contribution. Blood donation is a selfless act that can give someone a second chance at life and can make a vital difference during medical emergencies.deeply appreciate all the donors who came forward…
EMRS Students Gain Advanced Semiconductor Training at IISc’s Centre for Nano Science and Engineering
Bhubaneswar, Aug 21 [UDN}:Five meritorious students from Eklavya Model Residential Schools (EMRS) participated in a two-day semiconductor training programme at the Centre for Nano Science and Engineering (CeNSE) of the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru.The students from Odisha’s Eklavya Model Residential Schools gained valuable exposure to advanced semiconductor technologies and learned about the latest developments in the semiconductor sector at the Indian Institute of…
NagaWorld Earns Great Place To Work® Certification™ in 2026 with an Outstanding 97% Trust Index™ Score
HONG KONG, Aug. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — NagaCorp Ltd. (“NagaCorp” or the “Company”, SEHK Stock Code: 3918), together with its subsidiary NagaWorld, a leading Integrated Resort in the Mekong Region, is pleased to announce the continuation of the Great Place To Work® Certification™ for another consecutive year. NagaWorld achieved an exceptional Trust Index™ score of 97%, up from 95% last year and well above the…
Foundation Stone Laid for Rs 4.08 Crore Centre of Excellence in Electric Vehicle Technology at Mathili ITI
Bhubaneswar, Aug 21 [UDN}:The foundation stone has been laid for the Centre of Excellence in Electric Vehicle Technology at the Government Industrial Training Institute (ITI) in Mathili, Malkangiri district, Odisha. The state government is set to establish the advanced Centre of Excellence at an estimated cost of ₹4.08 crore, with the objective of strengthening technical education and providing students with specialized, industry-oriented training in the…
Indian Army Recruitment Rally to Be Held in Jharsuguda, Offering Opportunities to Aspiring Candidates
Jharsuguda: Aug 21 [UDN}:A major Indian Army recruitment rally will be organised from October 13 to 17 at the Cricket Stadium in Malimunda, Jharsuguda, jointly by the Army Recruitment Office, Sambalpur, and the Jharsuguda district administration. The rally is being organised for eligible candidates aspiring to join the Indian Army.To ensure the smooth and successful conduct of the large-scale recruitment drive and to maintain effective…
Big Decision by Odisha Government: Rules for Compassionate Appointments Simplified
Bhubaneswar, Aug 21 [UDN}:In a major decision aimed at providing relief to the families of government employees who die in service, the state government has taken steps to simplify the rules and procedures governing compassionate appointments. The move is expected to make the process of appointment easier, faster, and more accessible for eligible family members who depend on the deceased employee for their livelihood.Under the…
Odisha Governor Calls on Government and Private Universities to Adopt Villages and Drive Rural Development
Bhubaneswar, Aug 21 [UDN}:Odisha Governor Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati has urged all government and private universities in the state to adopt a village in their respective areas as an “Adopted Village” and work towards its overall development.The Governor emphasized that universities should identify the skills, talents, and potential of the villagers, provide them with need-based training, and create suitable employment and livelihood opportunities so that…
Rasulpur Launches Second Phase of Cattle Feed Distribution Programme
Rasulpur, Aug 21 [UDN}: The Rasulpur Block Animal Resources Development Department distributed 300 quintals of cattle feed on Wednesday under the second phase of relief measures for cattle affected by the floods.In the first phase, 460 quintals of cattle feed were distributed for three days among 1,400 flood-affected cattle in the Bandhadiha, Baladalapur and Prathamakhsi gram panchayats.Under the second phase, feed was provided for two…