Three new Harry Potter themed lands to be introduced at Warner Bros. World, Yas Island, Abu Dhabi The three new lands are Diagon Alley, Hogwarts, and the Forbidden Forest World-exclusive Harry Potter themed rides, created only for Warner Bros. World™ Abu Dhabi Construction targeted for completion in 2029 ABU DHABI, UAE, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Miral, the leading creator of immersive destinations and experiences in Abu Dhabi,…
Odisha Adopts Citizen-Centric Approach to Motor Vehicles Act Enforcement; PUCC Penalty Reduced
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): Reaffirming its commitment to road safety and public welfare, the Odisha government has adopted a balanced and citizen-centric approach to the enforcement of the Motor Vehicles Act. Pic Credit :x.com/CMO_Odisha Responding to public demands, the government has decided to reduce the penalty imposed for violations related to the Pollution Under Control Certificate (PUCC), providing relief to vehicle owners while encouraging greater…
Odisha Expands Urban Innovation Drive Through ANKUR Platform
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): The Odisha government is scaling up its urban governance reforms through the Atal Network for Knowledge, Urbanisation and Reform (ANKUR), a collaborative platform designed to help Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) improve public services by connecting them with experts, technology and innovative solutions. The platform, launched on May 28, 2025, is being positioned as a knowledge-driven support system that enables cities to…
Rourkela Tops National Clean Air Survey 2026, Wins Three Honours
Rourkela, Sept. 7 (UDN): Rourkela has emerged as India’s best-performing city in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2026, securing the top national rank among cities with a population of 3 lakh to 10 lakh and earning three honours for its clean-air initiatives. The recognition came under the National Clean Air Programme (NCAP), with the city and two of its municipal wards being honoured for their efforts…
Record 21.42 Lakh Farmers Register for Paddy Procurement in Odisha; No More Extension
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): Odisha has recorded its highest-ever number of farmer registrations for paddy procurement, with 21,42,723 farmers registering for the ongoing Kharif season, Cooperation Minister Pradeep Bal Samanta said on Monday. Representational Image The minister said the registration process would not be extended further, as the government had already provided an additional seven-day window considering farmers’ interests. Farmers who are yet to complete…
UST and Italdesign Unite Design, Engineering, and AI to Shape the Future of Mobility
UST acquires a majority stake in Italdesign to unite Italdesign’s iconic design and engineering legacy with UST’s AI, engineering, and transformation capabilities. ALISO VIEJO, Calif. and MONCALIERI, Italy, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — UST, a leading AI and technology transformation solutions company, has completed the acquisition of the majority stake in Italdesign from the Audi Group. As the automotive industry rapidly shifts toward software-defined, AI-enabled and increasingly connected…
KuCoin Launches KCUSD to Unlock Greater Capital Efficiency for Stablecoin Holders
PROVIDENCIALES, Turks and Caicos Islands, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — KuCoin, a leading global crypto platform built on trust, today announced the launch of KCUSD, an Earn product with daily yields supported by real-world assets, designed to turn idle stablecoin balances into productive capital. Available to eligible retail, high-net-worth and institutional users, KCUSD will initially support subscriptions from as little as 1 USDT, USDC or USDG,…
Odisha to Demolish Weak, Unsafe Buildings in Urban Areas: Minister
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): The Odisha government has stepped up measures to address structural safety concerns in urban areas, with Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra announcing action against weak and unsafe buildings. Representational Image The move comes amid renewed concerns over building safety following the recent collapse of a structure in Delhi’s Satya Niketan, in which seven people have reportedly died. Mahapatra…
Kirby India Breaks Ground on Fourth PEB Manufacturing Facility in Tamil Nadu
TRICHY, India, Sept. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kirby Building Systems & Structures India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Alghanim Industries and a leading provider of pre-engineered steel buildings (PEB) and structural steel solutions, today marked a significant milestone in its growth in India with the groundbreaking of its fourth manufacturing facility in Manapparai, near Trichy, Tamil Nadu. The state-of-the-art facility will have an annual manufacturing…
Odisha T20 League 2026: Suresh Raina, Debasis Mohanty Named Brand Ambassadors
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 7 (UDN): The stage is set for the second edition of the Odisha T20 League 2026 – CM Trophy, with all six franchises finalising their squads ahead of the tournament. The league is scheduled to be held from September 20 to 29 at Barabati Stadium in Cuttack, with six teams set to battle for the state championship. Adding further star power to the…