Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UDN): The Odisha Government has officially notified revised English spellings for several districts, towns, and administrative blocks across the state in an effort to better align them with their original Odia pronunciation and linguistic roots. Representational image Under the updated nomenclature, several prominent place names will now…
Continue ReadingPreventive Health Measures Could Deliver Massive Global Savings: WEF
New Delhi, June 23, 2026: Investing in simple preventive healthcare measures could help the world save nearly USD 6 trillion by 2040, according to a World Economic Forum (WEF) report. The report highlights that shifting focus from treating diseases to preventing them can significantly reduce long-term healthcare costs while improving…
Continue ReadingGold and Silver Prices Decline Up to 3 pc Amid US Fed Rate Hike Concerns
New Delhi, June 23: Gold and silver prices fell by up to 3% amid growing concerns over a possible interest rate hike by the US Federal Reserve, which has weighed on investor sentiment in global bullion markets. The decline reflects increased caution among investors, as expectations of higher interest rates…
Continue ReadingOdisha Vigilance Raids Seven Locations Linked to Sambalpur CADA Executive Engineer in DA Case
Bhubaneswar, June 23 (UDN): Odisha Vigilance on Tuesday launched simultaneous searches at seven locations associated with Padmalochan Nayak, Executive Engineer of the Command Area Development Authority (CADA), Sambalpur Division, over allegations of possessing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income. Acting on allegations of amassing disproportionate assets, Vigilance officials…
Continue ReadingFatal Fire Breaks Out at Pharma City Chemical Plant Near Vizag
Visakhapatnam, June 23: Two people were killed after a fire broke out at a chemical factory located in Pharma City near Visakhapatnam, officials said on Monday. The incident occurred at a manufacturing unit within the industrial zone, leading to an emergency response by fire services and other rescue teams. Efforts…
Continue ReadingFrom 3% to 13% Supply Share, National Developers Quadruple Down on NCR
New Delhi, June 23: For decades, the National Capital Region housing market was largely shaped by regional developers with deep local expertise and established land banks. Today, this scenario is seeing notable transformation. National developers who previously focused mostly on their home markets like Mumbai, Bengaluru, Pune, Hyderabad, and Ahmedabad,…
Continue ReadingAdani Foundation at ACC Thondebhavi Helps a Woman Overcome Disability Barriers for an Independent Career
Bengaluru, June 23: ACC, along with the Adani Foundation is creating pathways to livelihood and economic independence for persons with disabilities through its Adani Skill Development Centre (ASDC) at its Thondebhavi plant. For years, Channamma K.S., 36-year-old woman with a physical disability and speech disorder, carried a determination that far exceeded the opportunities available to her. She had worked hard…
Continue ReadingNorthern Railways, Indus Towers Boost Women’s Hygiene Access
New Delhi, June 23: Northern Railways, in collaboration with Indus Towers, has strengthened access to women’s hygiene facilities across 175 railway stations, marking a significant step towards improving sanitation and passenger comfort. The initiative focuses on enhancing hygiene infrastructure for women travellers by improving availability and accessibility of clean and…
Continue ReadingDigital Shift Accelerates in MSMEs with Rising AI Adoption
New Delhi, June 23: Digital payment systems such as UPI and Aadhaar-enabled banking services now account for 61% of MSME transactions, highlighting the rapid shift towards digital financial ecosystems in India, according to a recent report. The findings underline the growing dependence of micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on…
Continue ReadingJay Shah Calls for Sports-Driven Well-Being on International Olympic Day
New Delhi, June 23: On the occasion of International Olympic Day, ICC Chairman Jay Shah called for greater emphasis on sports as a catalyst for unity, inspiration, and empowerment, highlighting its role in shaping healthier and more inclusive societies. Marking the day, Shah said sport goes far beyond competition, acting…
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