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Enterprises can now benefit from AI-powered software development and modernization without moving sensitive code, data, or workflows outside their controlled infrastructure ARMONK, N.Y., Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Today IBM (NYSE: IBM) announced self-hosted deployment for IBM Bob, allowing organizations to bring AI software development to on-premises, private-cloud, sovereign-cloud, and…

New Delhi, Oct. 1: Several financial, banking and documentation-related rules are set to change from October 2026, affecting LPG consumers, SBI Salary Package Account holders, NPS subscribers and people dealing with birth, death and Aadhaar records.  Representational Imge  While most of the changes take effect from October 1, the revised…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): The Bhubaneswar Development Authority (BDA) has drawn up an ambitious redevelopment plan for the ageing BDA City Centre, popularly known as Nicco Park, with a focus on creating a modern destination for recreation, entertainment and commercial activities.  Representational Image  Housing and Urban Development Minister and BDA…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): Odisha Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan has directed officials to undertake immediate repairs of roads damaged by heavy rain, flooding and landslides across the state, stressing that road connectivity and quality must not be compromised.  Pic Credit: x.com/PWD_Odisha Harichandan issued the directions while chairing a high-level review…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Wednesday visited Nandankanan Zoological Park and reviewed the facilities and infrastructure available for tourists at the popular wildlife destination. During her visit, Parida assessed existing visitor amenities and discussed measures to further improve facilities for tourists travelling to Nandankanan from…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): Special Gram Sabhas will be held across all Gram Panchayats in Odisha on October 2, marking Gandhi Jayanti, with the state government calling for greater community participation in local development planning. Rural Development, Panchayati Raj and Drinking Water Minister Rabi Narayan Naik has urged Sarpanchs to…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): Odisha Works, Law and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan on Wednesday reviewed the progress of major infrastructure projects under the Works Department in the Cuttack and Balasore divisions, directing officials to remove bottlenecks and adhere to construction timelines. The review covered a range of ongoing road, bridge…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): Odisha Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) RS Gopalan has applied for voluntary retirement from government service, citing health and personal reasons, official sources said. Gopalan, a 2001-batch IAS officer, has been serving as Odisha’s Chief Electoral Officer for nearly two years. He is also holding the additional…

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): With Navratri approaching, Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida on Wednesday reviewed the ongoing development and beautification works at the historic Shikhar Chandi Temple in Bhubaneswar, directing officials to speed up the remaining works ahead of the festive season. The review focused on ensuring better infrastructure and…

Bhubaneswar, Sept. 30 (UDN): The Odisha State Election Commission has stepped up preparations for the 2027 Panchayat and Urban Local Body elections, organising a state-level training programme for officials involved in the electoral process. The training programme was held under the chairmanship of State Election Commissioner Madhusudan Padhi, with senior…