Jharsuguda: Aug 19 [UDN}:The National Deworming Day programme was formally inaugurated at St. Mary’s School under the aegis of the District Health Department. The initiative aims to protect children and adolescents from worm infections and promote their healthy physical and mental development.District Public Health Officer Dr. Sunil Panda attended the inaugural programme as the chief guest and formally launched the campaign. Officials from the district…
Demand for ‘Shravana Chhatu’ Rises Sharply in Local Markets as Devotees and Consumers Show Growing Interest During the Auspicious Month
Dabugaon, Aug 19 [UDN}: Despite arriving late in the market this year due to inadequate rainfall, the seasonal Shravana Chhatu (wild mushroom) is now witnessing a sharp rise in demand. In the Dabugaon market, the mushroom is being sold at around ₹800 to ₹1,000 per kilogram. Despite its high price, customers are gathering in large numbers from early morning to purchase it.Because of its distinctive…
Tribal Protection Forum Submits Memorandum to the President, Raises Key Concerns Related to Tribal Rights, Welfare and Protection
Nabarangpur, Aug 19 [UDN}: The Nabarangpur Tribal Protection Forum has submitted a memorandum addressed to the President of India through Additional District Magistrate Biswajit Barman, raising a series of demands concerning the protection of tribal rights, land, education, employment and social security.One of the major demands is the strict implementation of Resolution 2/56 to safeguard tribal land and prevent its illegal transfer. The organisation has…
Cyber Awareness Programme Organised to Educate Citizens on Online Safety, Cybercrime Prevention and Responsible Use of Digital Platforms
Rasulpur, Aug 19 [UDN}: A cyber awareness programme was organised by the Jajpur district police at Sai Nursing College near Satsang Vihar Chhak under Rasulpur block.The programme was held under the chairmanship of the college’s Clinical Instructor, Biduhita Nayak. Kuakhia Police Station IIC Sushant Kumar Sethi attended the programme as the chief guest and spoke about cybercrime awareness.He said cybercrime is spreading rapidly in society…
Induction Programme Held at Upendranath Sharada Higher Secondary School to Welcome New Students and Introduce Them to the Academic Environment
Rasulpur,Aug 19 [UDN}:: An induction programme was organised on Tuesday by Upendranath Sharada Higher Secondary School at Khairabad–Mugupal under Rasulpur block for newly admitted students of the +2 Arts, Science and Commerce streams for the current academic year.The programme was presided over by Principal Milan Kumar Jena. Addressing the gathering, he said the newly admitted students are an integral part of the institution and their…
Candlelight Rally Held in Memory of Art Lover Debadatta Puhan Following His Untimely Demise, Paying Tribute to His Life and Contributions
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:Debadatta Puhan, popularly known as Tutuna Bhai, a young art enthusiast from Tulasipur village under Gandhan Gram Panchayat of Rasulpur block. Art directors, artists and more than a hundred art lovers from the Kuakhia area took part in the rally on Monday night.Led by theatre director Narayan Chandra Sahu, the artists gathered near Maa Tarini Temple at Kuakhia market. A condolence meeting…
Former Odisha MLAs Meet Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan, Discuss Various Issues and Possible Solutions
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:Former MLAs of Odisha met Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi at Lok Seva Bhawan today and discussed various issues concerning them and ways to resolve them.
A Proud Moment for Athagarh Sub-Division as a Remarkable Achievement Brings Recognition and Honour to the Entire Region
Bhubaneswar, Aug 19 [UDN}:Shri Sanjeev Panda, the worthy son of Narsinghpur, has assumed charge as the new Director General of Police (DGP) of Odisha.His prestigious achievement has brought immense joy and pride among the people of Athagarh Sub-Division. It is hoped that under his able leadership, the Odisha Police will become even stronger and more effective.Heartiest congratulations and best wishes to him on his new…
ACES India Signs 25-Year Agreement with Reliance Jio to Enable 4G and 5G Connectivity across Mumbai Metro Aqua Line-3
NEW DELHI, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ACES India Private Limited, a leading neutral digital infrastructure company and wholly owned subsidiary of ACES, today announced the signing of a 25-year agreement with Reliance Jio to enable 4G and 5G mobile connectivity across the Mumbai Metro Aqua Line-3 network. The agreement marks a significant milestone in strengthening next-generation telecom infrastructure across one of Mumbai’s most critical urban…
Drug-Free India Campaign Programmes Organised Across Schools in Jeypore to Raise Awareness Among Students on the Dangers of Drug Abuse
Jeypore,Aug 19 [UDN}: Under the aegis of the Prajapita Brahma Kumaris Ishwariya Vishwa Vidyalaya, Jeypore, programmes under the “Drug-Free India Campaign” were organized at Patraput Nodal High School, Ashram School, Dangar Chhinchi, and Government Municipal High School for Girls, Jeypore.