IGNOU Extends July 2026 Admission, Re-Registration Deadline to September 30
Sept. 18 (UDN): The Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) has extended the deadline for fresh admissions and re-registration for…
Rayagada Court Awards Life Term to Man for Wife’s Murder
Rayagada, Sept. 18 (UDN): The Additional District and Sessions Court in Rayagada has sentenced a man to life imprisonment for…
Rayagada PHC Faces Doctor Shortage as One Physician Serves Eight Panchayats
Rayagada, Sept. 18 (UDN): Healthcare delivery at the Ambadala Primary Health Centre (PHC) in Rayagada has come under scrutiny amid…
Odisha-Born Dr Prasanna Kumar Acharya Takes Charge as NLC India CMD
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha-born Dr Prasanna Kumar Acharya has assumed charge as the new Chairman-cum-Managing Director of NLC India…
Malkangiri Collector Reviews Revenue Collection and Development Projects to Accelerate District Growth
Malkangiri,,Sept 18 [UDN}: A monthly Revenue Review Meeting and PMG PRAGATI Meeting was held at the Zilla Parishad Conference Hall…
Odisha Govt Sets SOP for Salary Deduction of Court-Ordered Alimony
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): The Odisha Government has introduced a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to ensure timely payment of court-ordered…
Dharmendra Pradhan Attends Angul Development Review Meeting to Accelerate Projects and Improve Basic Amenities
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}: Former Union Minister and Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan participated in a meeting held to accelerate developmental…
Sahar Sathi 1929 Helpline Strengthens Urban Governance with Faster Complaint Registration and Redressal
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:The SaharSathi 1929 helpline has been made operational to provide citizens in urban areas with quick and…
Odisha Lights Over One Crore Lamps to Mark PM Modi’s 76th Birthday
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 76th birthday on Thursday with a statewide lamp-lighting programme, with…
NHM Planning Workshop Held Under Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling to Strengthen Odisha’s Healthcare System
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:A planning workshop of the National Health Mission (NHM) was held under the chairmanship of Odisha Health…
Forest Fire Prevention Gets a Boost in Satkosia as Monitoring Towers Improve Surveillance and Response
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:With financial assistance from the CAMPA Fund, forest fire monitoring towers have been constructed in the Satkosia…
Review Meeting on Integrated Child Development Services Held in Koraput to Strengthen Child Welfare Programmes
Koraput,Sept 18 [UDN}: A review meeting on the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) was held under the chairmanship of the…
Odisha CS Directs Collectors to Clear Bottlenecks, Fast-Track Flagship Projects
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg on Thursday directed district Collectors to expedite the implementation of major…
Health Minister Leads Comprehensive Review of Healthcare Services and Facilities in Kalahandi District
Kalahandi ,Sept 18 [UDN}: A comprehensive review of health services in Kalahandi district was conducted at the District Health Society…
Raniduduma: A Hidden Natural Gem of Koraput District Surrounded by Scenic Beauty and Lush Greenery
Korapu, Sept 18 [UDN}:Raniduduma is one of the picturesque destinations nestled amid the natural beauty and lush greenery of Koraput…
Odisha Speaker Surama Padhy Showcases State’s Disaster-Management Model in Cape Town
Cape Town, South Africa, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha’s approach to disaster preparedness and climate resilience came into focus at the…
Standing Committee Members Visit Various Institutions in Bhubaneswar to Review Departmental Activities and Welfare Initiatives
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:A visit was undertaken to various institutions in Bhubaneswar as part of the responsibilities of members of…
Voter List Review Conducted in Nabarangpur to Ensure Accuracy and Transparency in Electoral Rolls
Nabarangpur:Sept 18 [UDN}: To assess the progress and quality of work related to the electoral roll in Nabarangpur district, Election…
Odisha Women Legislators Pay Courtesy Visit to President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi
Delhi, Sept 18 [UDN}: Courtesy Meeting with President Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan The privilege of paying a courtesy visit…
Swachhata Hi Seva 2026 Campaign to Be Observed Across Odisha from September 17 to October 2
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:The nationwide ‘Swachhata Hi Seva-2026’ campaign will be observed across Odisha from September 17 to October 2,…
Direct Bhubaneswar–Bangkok Flight Service Returns from October 2, Offering Greater Travel Convenience
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:Direct flight services from Bhubaneswar to Bangkok will resume from October 2, offering a convenient international air…
CM Kisan Assistance Reaches Farmers’ Bank Accounts Under Odisha Government Scheme
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:The Odisha government has released the latest CM Kisan assistance directly into the bank accounts of eligible…
Odisha CM Heads to Delhi for Semicon India Summit, Finance Ministers’ Meet
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has travelled to New Delhi to participate in two major…
BJP Holds Induction Programme in Ranaspur as Around 50 Workers Join the Party
Borigumma, Sept 18 [UDN}: An induction programme of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) was organised at Ranaspur Gram Panchayat under…
Koraput MSMEs Receive Interest Reimbursement Benefits Under State Government’s CM-SRIM Initiative
Koraput, Sept 18 [UDN}:Financial assistance has been extended to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in Koraput district under the…
Mahanadi Tribunal Defers Odisha–Chhattisgarh Water Dispute Hearing to Sept. 28
Cuttack, Sept. 18 (UDN): The Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal has once again postponed proceedings in the long-running water-sharing dispute between…
Odisha Braces for Monsoon Withdrawal, Retreat Expected to Start from Second Week of October
Bhubaneswar,Sept 18 [UDN}: The southwest monsoon is expected to begin its retreat from parts of western Rajasthan from September 19,…
CM Mohan Majhi Visits Sambalpur, Reviews Development Initiatives and Attends Key Programmes
Sambalpur,Sept 18 [UDN}:: Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi visited Sambalpur on Wednesday and attended a series of official programmes,…
Review Meeting of District Chief Fisheries Officers Held in Bhubaneswar to Assess Fisheries Sector Progress
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}: A review meeting involving District Chief Fisheries Officers from across Odisha was held at the Krushi…
Sambalpur Hosts Odisha’s Third Doppler Weather Radar, Boosting Forecasting and Disaster Preparedness
SAMBALPUR: Sept 18 [UDN}:A Doppler Weather Radar (DWR), described as the country’s 51st such weather radar, has been inaugurated at…
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi to Visit Delhi, Set to Attend Major Roadshow
New Delhi Sept 18 [UDN}:, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will travel to New Delhi today and participate in…
Centre Accepts Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena’s Resignation from Police Service
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:The resignation of Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena, a 2013-batch IPS officer, has now been formally accepted by…
No Cyclone Forecast Yet, Only Low-Pressure System Expected, Says IMD Director General
Bhubaneswar, Sept 18 [UDN}:The India Meteorological Department (IMD) Director General has clarified that no official assessment has been made regarding…
Odisha Declares Lok Seva Bhavan a Tobacco-Free Zone
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): In a move aimed at promoting a healthier workplace and strengthening public health initiatives, the Odisha…
Junior Teachers Stage Massive Protest in Bhubaneswar, Demand Regularisation of Their Jobs
Bhubaneswar: Sept 18 [UDN}:A large number of junior teachers from across Odisha staged a mass demonstration at Lower PMG in…
‘Maliput Melodies’ to Hit Screens on September 18, Showcasing the Rich Cultural Heritage of Undivided Koraput
Koraput, Sept 18 [UDN}:A much-awaited regional film, ‘Maliput Melodies’, is all set to hit cinema halls across the region on…
Kotpad Lawyers Urge Establishment of Senior Civil Court to Speed Up Justice Delivery
Kotpad, Sept 18 [UDN}:: The Kotpad Bar Association has renewed its demand for the establishment of a Senior Civil Court…
India’s Textile Exports Gain Momentum as August Shipments Rise 16.1%
New Delhi: India’s textile export sector is showing renewed momentum, with exports rising 16.1 per cent year-on-year to ₹29,776 crore…
Massive Sand Art Created in Puri to Celebrate Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 76th Birthday
Puri, Sept 18 [UDN}:A spectacular sand art installation was created on the Puri beach to mark the 76th birthday of…
OCA Election Row Takes Fresh Turn as President Backs Polls Before High Court
Cuttack, Sept. 18: The long-pending Odisha Cricket Association (OCA) elections took a significant turn after OCA president Pankaj Lochan Mohanty…
Odisha Traders Push Back Against New UPI Fee on High-Value Business Payments
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 18 (UDN): A proposed fee on high-value commercial UPI transactions has triggered widespread concern among traders in Odisha,…
SMU MBA rises to 3rd in Asia in 2027 QS Global MBA Rankings
Highest Asian ranking to-date underscores growing employer recognition and academic strength SMU Master of Science in Applied Finance also ranks…
Relativity aiR now integrates with OpenAI through the Model Context Protocol
This integration connects Relativity aiR directly to ChatGPT Enterprise and enables users to stand up workspaces, organize case data and…
A robust adjusted EBIT margin of 18.8%, driven by solid organic revenue growth of 7.4%
PARIS, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — H1 2026 delivered a robust revenue growth of +7.4% and an adjusted EBIT margin of…
ZEISS expands retinal imaging portfolio with new ZEISS ALTA DUO 300
ZEISS’ new multimodal solution combines automated OCT and fundus imaging to support simplified and efficient retinal assessment across a broader…
American Savings Bank Jumps More Than 6% in Trading Debut: NYSE Content Update
NYSE issues a pre-market daily advisory direct from the trading floor. NEW YORK, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The New…
Cyble and Cyber Security Council of UAE Sign MOU to Strengthen National Threat Intelligence Capabilities
ABU DHABI, UAE, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Cyble, a global AI-native cybersecurity company, today announced the signing of a…
Huawei Introduces OceanStor M900 Context Memory Storage to Accelerate AI Inference in Hyperscale Data Centers
SHANGHAI, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — At HUAWEI CONNECT 2026, David Wang, Deputy Chairman of the Board and Rotating Chairman…
Vijayi Bharat Foundation’s Khele Sanand Sports Utsav 2026 kicks off with Saina Nehwal, bringing 25,000+ students into competition
Chennai/Sanand, Gujarat, 17th September 2026: Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal today inaugurated Khele Sanand Sports Utsav 2026, marking the launch of…
KOHLER SHOWCASES DESIGN EXCELLENCE AT THE 2026 KIPS BAY DECORATOR SHOW HOUSE NEW YORK
The kitchen and bath leader returns to Kips Bay New York, bringing thoughtful craftsmanship, elevated wellness and design-forward innovation to…
Jeanologia shows that sustainability and business can drive progress together
Valencia (17 September 2026).At Jeanologia, sustainability and business are part of the same strategy. For more than 30 years, the…
Cellebrite Expands Global Digital Community, ‘The 101’, for Digital Forensics and Investigative Professionals
Purpose-built platform connects customers worldwide with peers and Cellebrite experts into an always-on community TYSONS CORNER, Va. and PETAH TIKVA,…
ATOME PLC: Notice of Dispute and Intent to Submit Claim to Arbitration under the UK – Paraguay Bilateral Investment Treaty (“the Treaty” or “BIT”)
Claim independently assessed to be very substantial LONDON, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — ATOME, the leading low-carbon fertiliser developer and…
HR Path Strengthens Its Dayforce Capabilities in the UK & Ireland with the Acquisition of ModusForce
PARIS, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — HR Path, a global leader in HR consulting and HRIS solutions, is proud to announce…
L’OCCITANE Group achieves a new milestone in its B Corp™ certification journey
Progress is measured not only by what is achieved, but by the commitment to keep improving. GENEVA, Sept. 17, 2026…
Over 13,000 Junior Teachers Rally In Bhubaneswar Seeking Job Regularisation
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): More than 13,000 junior teachers gathered at Lower PMG in Bhubaneswar on Thursday, demanding regularisation of…
Garment-Laden Container Truck Gutted In Fire On NH-18 In Mayurbhanj; Driver Escapes
Mayurbhanj, Sept. 17 (UDN): A container truck carrying clothes and garment materials was gutted after catching fire on National Highway-18…
Brazil asserts the origin of its quartzites in Italy, the destination for over US$85 million in exports
For the second year in a row, Marmomac Italy will feature an entire hall devoted to Brazil, hosting 42 national…
Firecracker Shop Sealed In Gajapati After Permit Documents Allegedly Not Produced
Paralakhemundi, Sept. 17 (UDN): Police sealed a firecracker shop on Ranipentha Road in Paralakhemundi, Gajapati district, on Thursday after the…
Valuable, sustainable, future-proof – TÜV SÜD offers Services for Every Stage of a Building´s Life Cycle
Sept 17, Munich. TÜV SÜD supports market participants throughout all stages of a property’s life cycle with a comprehensive range…
Samsung Begins Official Rollout of One UI 9, Bringing the Latest Galaxy Experiences to More Devices
Gurugram, Sep 17: Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. today announced the expansion of One UI 9 to more Galaxy devices, with…
Treating the heart without open-heart surgery: Manipal Hospital Dhakuria performs MitraClip on an 80-year-old woman
KOLKATA, India, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — An 80-year-old woman from Kolkata, suffering from recurrent heart failure due to severe…
78% of HR and talent leaders warn AI poses a threat to leadership pipelines
New Talogy guide addresses the rising need for ‘intentional development’ PITTSBURGH, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With AI visibly impacting…
Centre Accepts Resignation Of Bhubaneswar DCP Jagmohan Meena
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): The resignation of Bhubaneswar Deputy Commissioner of Police Jagmohan Meena, a 2013-batch Indian Police Service officer,…
Vishwakarma Puja: When Workers Pause To Honour The Tools Of Their Craft
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): Across Odisha, the rhythm of work changes on Vishwakarma Puja. Factories fall quiet, workshops close for…
Swiggy introduces on-demand Early Cashout feature for its delivery partners
Sep 17: Swiggy, India’s pioneering on-demand convenience platform, today announced the roll out of “Early Cashout” feature for its Food Marketplace…
Odisha Highlights Advanced Chip Packaging Advantage Under India Semiconductor Mission 2.0
Sept. 17: Odisha is positioning itself to play a significant role in India’s semiconductor ecosystem, with advanced packaging emerging as…
Rourkela Youth Dies After Alleged Push Into Water Tank; Friend Suspected
Rourkela, Sept. 17 (UDN): A young man died under suspicious circumstances after allegedly being pushed into a water tank in…
Odisha Eyes Semiconductor Hub Status As CM Majhi Heads To Delhi For Investment Outreach
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi will travel to New Delhi on Thursday as part of…
HUAWEI eKit Launches Intelligent Office Solution 2.0, Making Intelligent Office Accessible to All
SHANGHAI, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Sept 16, 2026, at the 2026 HUAWEI eKit Launch Event in Shanghai, Leon Wang, President…
Soach Global Set For Substantial Gains In Partial Exit From National Stock Exchange
Mumbai, Sep 17: Soach Global Strategic Holdings Limited, Mauritius, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Soach Global Opportunities Fund, is part exiting…
STARPRIME Responds to Diverging Gold Market Demand with AM/PM Fixing and XAU24/7
New offerings address two distinct market needs: fixing-related exposure management and continuous quote-driven gold access. PORT LOUIS, Mauritius, Sept. 17,…
Mega Blood Donation Drive Targets 6,500 Units On PM Modi’s Birthday In Bhubaneswar
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): A mega blood donation camp was organised at the IDCO Exhibition Ground in Unit-3, Bhubaneswar, on…
Sand Artist Manas Sahoo Portrays PM Modi As Lord Vishwakarma On 76th Birthday
Puri, Sept. 17 (UDN): International sand artist Manas Kumar Sahoo marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s 76th birthday with a special…
Odisha government remains on alert round the year for disasters: Suresh Pujari
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Minister Suresh Pujari on Thursday said the state government remains prepared…
GpCC: New Operating Framework Enables Global Capability Centers to Extend Their Mandate into Global Payroll
Neeyamo introduces the Global Payroll Capability Center (GpCC) framework, with its Neeyamo Payroll platform as the technology layer that lets…
Youth dies after falling from roof while plucking flowers in Balasore
Balasore, Sept. 17 (UDN): A young man died after accidentally falling from the roof of his house while plucking flowers…
CM Majhi launches 50 projects worth INR 960 crore in Sambalpur
Sambalpur, Sept. 17 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Wednesday inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 50…
Factrika Raises INR 8.9 Cr Seed Round Led by Info Edge to Scale On-Demand Industrial Workforce Platform
September 17, 2026: Factrika, an on demand industrial workforce platform, today announced it has raised ₹8.9 Cr in seed funding led…
OCI N.V. statement regarding an open letter from shareholders
AMSTERDAM, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — OCI Global N.V. (“OCI” or the “Company”) (Euronext: OCI) confirms that on 16 September…
IMD Says No Need to Panic Over Bay of Bengal Cyclone Rumours Yet
Bhubaneswar,Sept. 17 (UDN): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has urged people not to be misled by speculation surrounding a possible…
Stronger US Growth Complicates the Fed’s Path Back to 2 percent Inflation
The Fed’s first-rate rise since 2023, and Chairman Kevin Warsh’s focus on persistent inflation, has markets weighing the risk that policy stays restrictive for…
Venn Launches Blue Border for AI Governance & Security, Putting Native Claude Apps Under IT Control on Any Laptop
Regulated companies can now let remote employees and contractors run Claude, Claude Cowork and Claude Code on laptops the company…
Study Finds Bile Acid May Help Reduce Liver Fat
Hyodeoxycholic acid reduces excess liver fat in mice through two distinct pathways, demonstrating multi-target therapeutic potential Sept 17: Excess…
IIT Bhubaneswar, IIT-ISM Dhanbad Join Hands to Advance Semiconductor Research
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): IIT Bhubaneswar and IIT (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad have signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding…
The Ultimate Guide To Festive Jewellery From Candere By Kalyan Jewellers
The festive season begins to take centre stage in September, bringing with it celebrations, family gatherings and cherished traditions. From…
Samsung India Makes Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Fold8 More Accessible with Lower Monthly EMIs Through Galaxy Forever
Gurugram, Sep 17: Samsung India has introduced a new, flexible payment plan for its latest flagship foldable smartphones – the…
World-Renowned Texas Plastic Surgeon Dr. Ozan Sozer Named ISAPS President-Elect
The longtime ISAPS leader will assume the presidency of the global aesthetic surgery organization in 2028 El Paso, TX,…
NeoGreens Unveils ‘Daily Greens’: World’s First Microgreens Blend™ Redefining Daily Nutrition
Daily Greens is designed to address critical micronutrient deficiencies in India through a science-backed, high impact solution. HYDERABAD, India, Sept.…
Global Beverage Brand ‘MALAYALI’ Achieves Rare 100% Award-Winning Portfolio Recognition
MUMBAI, India, WARSAW, Poland, and DUBAI, UAE, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Polish-origin beverage brand MALAYALI Beer has received World Beer…
West Bengal Records Strong Growth in Mineral Revenue Collection
Kolkata, Sep 17: West Bengal has recorded a significant rise in revenue generated from its mineral resources during the opening…
Puresta Launches EVERQ To Change How India Approaches Skincare – Diagnose First, Then Treat
New Delhi, 17 September 2026: Puresta Lifestyle Private Limited today announced the launch of EVERQ, an AI-powered skin-health platform designed…
The Maharashtra Impact and Innovation Hub: Complementing Government of Maharashtra’s Health for All Mission
MUMBAI, India, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Maharashtra is set to pioneer a new model for how health innovations are…
VisualCamp Accelerates India Literacy Mission: Expands to Maharashtra and Andhra Pradesh, Scales Up Haryana Initiative
Following an award-winning validation of its India strategy at Upstart 26, the company rapidly broadens its footprint across Indian government…
Sudarsan Pattnaik marks PM Modi’s birthday with 25-ft sand sculpture at Puri Beach
Puri, Sept. 17 (UDN): Renowned Odisha sand artist and Padma Shri awardee Sudarsan Pattnaik marked Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s birthday…
Lightning strikes claim two lives in separate incidents in Keonjhar
Keonjhar, Sept. 17 (UDN): Two people, including a 19-year-old man and a woman, were killed in separate lightning strike incidents…
ECoR crosses 100 MT freight unloading mark, becomes first railway zone to hit milestone
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): East Coast Railway (ECoR) has achieved a significant freight-handling milestone by crossing 100 million tonnes (MT)…
UNOX, Italian Manufacturer of Professional Cooking and Baking Ovens, Opens Experience Lounges in Mumbai and Ludhiana
New Delhi, September 17, 2026: UNOX India has opened two new Experience Lounges in Mumbai and Ludhiana, adding to its…
CM Mohan Charan Majhi greets PM Modi on birthday, offers prayers to Lord Jagannath
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Thursday extended birthday greetings to Prime Minister Narendra Modi,…
Padma Shri filmmaker Nila Madhab Panda joins reconstituted CBFC board
Bhubaneswar, Sept. 17 (UDN): Acclaimed filmmaker and Padma Shri awardee Nila Madhab Panda from Odisha has been appointed as a…