Moldova’s Tech Ecosystem Reaches New Milestone as MITP Surpasses 3,000 Active Resident Companies

  CHIȘINĂU, Moldova,  Oct 14: Moldova Innovation Technology Park (MITP), Europe’s first nationwide e-Park, has surpassed 3,000 active resident companies, marking a new milestone in the rapid expansion of the Republic of Moldova’s technology sector. The milestone comes as MITP companies continue to record double-digit growth, expand internationally and increase…

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NIT Rourkela Develops Patented Jackfruit Peel-Based Material to Remove Fluoride from Groundwater

Rourkela, Oct 14 (UDN): Researchers at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela have developed a patented water-purification material made from discarded jackfruit peels that removed more than 90 per cent of fluoride from contaminated groundwater during laboratory tests. The innovation offers a potential sustainable approach to tackling fluoride contamination…

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Agomoni Nritya Utsav 2026 Concludes Successfully in Siliguri

A grand celebration of dance, devotion and India’s rich cultural heritage i Siliguri, Oct 14: The two-day Agomoni Nritya Utsav 2026, organised by Nritya Mallika Dance Academy, Siliguri, concluded successfully with vibrant performances, enthusiastic participation and a celebration of India’s rich cultural diversity. Dedicated to welcoming Maa Durga, the festival…

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Global Virus Network Adds Six Centers of Excellence and New Affiliate Across Four Continents

New members bring expertise in emerging viruses, surveillance, respiratory and arboviral diseases, One Health, antiviral development and pandemic preparedness TAMPA, FL, USA (October 14, 2026)– The Global Virus Network (GVN), a coalition of leading medical virologists representing more than 100 Centers of Excellence and Affiliates in more than 40 countries,…

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Odisha Approves INR 284.07 Crore Scheme for Free Textbooks for 28.7 Lakh Class 9 and 10 Students

Bhubaneswar, Oct 14 (UDN): The Odisha government has approved a five-year scheme worth ₹284.07 crore to provide free textbooks to approximately 28.7 lakh students in Classes 9 and 10 studying in government and government-aided secondary schools.  Representational Image  The scheme, approved by the state Cabinet at a meeting chaired by…

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Odisha Generates 45 Million Tonnes of Fly Ash Annually, Steps Up Push for 100% Utilisation

Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): Odisha generates approximately 45 million tonnes of fly ash every year from thermal power plants, prompting the state government to intensify efforts to achieve complete utilisation of the industrial by-product while minimising its environmental and public health impacts.  Pic Credit: x.com/spcbOdisha The issue came up for…

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Sambalpur Set for Rs 10-Crore Women’s Safety Overhaul Under Nirbhaya Initiative

Sambalpur, Oct 13 (UDN): Women’s safety infrastructure in Sambalpur district is set for a significant upgrade, with the administration proposing nine initiatives worth an estimated Rs 10 crore under the Nirbhaya initiative. The proposed measures include expanded CCTV surveillance, emergency response vehicles, dedicated police patrols, pink e-rickshaws and assistance centres…

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