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World’s Largest City Climate Alliance Appoints Mayor V.K. Minimol, Mayor Claudio Castro, and Mayor Aleksandra Dulkiewicz to Expand Regional Leadership Across South Asia, Latin America, and Europe BRUSSELS, BELGIUM (October 14, 2026) – On Oct 12, the Global Covenant of Mayors for Climate and Energy (GCoM), the largest global alliance…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on Sunday inaugurated 1,608 affordable housing units across two residential projects in Bhubaneswar and launched a new housing initiative aimed at migrant workers and economically weaker families. Pic Credit: x.com/CMO_Odisha The programmes, held in Ghatikia, also saw the inauguration of…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday issued a yellow warning for nine districts of Odisha, forecasting light rain accompanied by thunder and lightning at isolated places over the next three hours.  Representational Image According to a nowcast bulletin issued by the Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): Odisha has received the Wind India 2026: Leadership in Wind Energy De-risking award in recognition of its initiatives to promote wind power development and accelerate the transition towards clean energy.  Pic Credit: x.com/EnergyOdisha The award was presented at the Windergy India 2026 conference held in Chennai…

Puri, Oct 13 (UDN): Security concerns have resurfaced at the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri after a drone was reportedly spotted flying over the shrine early Tuesday morning, despite restrictions prohibiting drone operations in the area.  Representational Image  According to reports, the drone was seen hovering above the temple at…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): The Southwest Monsoon has withdrawn from additional areas of Odisha, with the India Meteorological Department (IMD) confirming its further retreat as of October 12.  Representational Image  According to the Meteorological Centre in Bhubaneswar, the monsoon has completely withdrawn from Sundargarh, Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, Deogarh, Subarnapur, Bargarh, Nuapada,…

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): Senior members of the Odisha government met Governor Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati on Tuesday to convey their farewell greetings and acknowledge his tenure in the state. Deputy Chief Minister and Agriculture Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo called on the Governor and expressed appreciation for his contribution…

Bargarh, Sambalpur, Oct 13 (UDN): Debrigarh Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha is stepping up its wildlife protection measures by integrating artificial intelligence with conventional forest surveillance, enabling officials to monitor animal movement and identify potential threats across remote forest areas.  Representational Image  The upgraded system combines an e-Eye® surveillance tower with…

Representational Image   The proposed development of Veer Surendra Sai Airport includes runway expansion, a new terminal, land acquisition and improved passenger facilities. Authorities are also exploring direct flights to Chennai, Jaipur and Visakhapatnam. Jharsuguda, Oct 13 (UDN): Veer Surendra Sai Airport in Jharsuguda is set for a major infrastructure upgrade,…

A pilot model for the proposed queue-based darshan system at Puri Srimandir has been prepared. The arrangement will be implemented on a trial basis after consultations with servitor groups and approval from the temple management committee.  Representational Image  Puri, October 13: The queue-based darshan system at Puri Srimandir is expected…