Bhubaneswar, Oct13 (UDN): As Dr. Haribabu Kambhampati prepares to step down as Odisha Governor following the latest gubernatorial reshuffle announced by President Droupadi Murmu, his tenure has drawn attention for its emphasis on environmental sustainability, renewable energy and improvements in higher education. Kambhampati assumed office on January 3, 2025, and…
Continue ReadingCM Mohan Charan Majhi Sets Strict Deadlines for Puri’s Key Development Projects, Warns Against Delays
Bhubaneswar, Oct 13 (UDN): Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has directed officials to accelerate the implementation of major infrastructure, heritage conservation and tourism development projects in Puri, making it clear that negligence and unnecessary delays will not be tolerated. At a high-level review meeting held at Lok Seva Bhawan,…
Continue ReadingHirakud Dam: Opening of 30 Gates for Controlled Water Release Mistaken for Leakage; No Structural Emergency Established
Sambalpur, Oct 13 (UDN): Reports claiming that the Hirakud Dam is facing imminent danger because water is leaking through 30 per cent of its gates are inaccurate, according to the clarification provided in the available information. The confusion appears to have arisen from the opening of 30 sluice gates for…
Continue ReadingPresident Appoints Braj Mohan Ram as Odisha’s New Governor, Succeeding Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati
Bhubaneswar, Oct 12 (UDN): President Droupadi Murmu has appointed senior Jharkhand BJP leader Braj Mohan Ram as the new Governor of Odisha, succeeding the incumbent Governor, Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati. The appointment was announced on Sunday as part of a major gubernatorial reshuffle involving six states. Six States Get New…
Continue ReadingIntegrated Power Services (IPS) Acquires Bold Renewables
Adds Exclusive OEM Solar Inverter Parts and Field Service Capabilities to IPS’ Renewable Energy Platform Greenville, SC, October 13, 2026 – Integrated Power Services (IPS), North America’s largest provider of aftermarket power management lifecycle service solutions, has acquired Bold Renewables, effective October 9th. Headquartered in Windsor, Colorado, Bold is the…
Continue ReadingSome States Are Better for Extroverts Than Others and Here’s Where Yours Ranks
For extroverts, a good week usually means time with other people: a concert with friends, a busy bar on a Friday night, or a coffee with someone new. But some states make that kind of social life much easier to find than others. New research by Manhattan Mental Health…
Continue ReadingBlink-powered glasses could keep an eye on health
October 12, 2026 New smart glasses harvest mechanical energy from facial movements to power sensors EVANSTON, Ill. — From blinking and smiling to jaw clenching and eyebrow raising, faces are constantly in motion — and generating tiny amounts of energy along the way. Now, Northwestern University engineers are putting…
Continue ReadingBhubaneswar Emerges as a Powerhouse in India’s Next Real Estate Wave, Outpacing Traditional Metros
Marking a major paradigm shift in India’s urban and economic landscape, Bhubaneswar has emerged as one of the country’s prime growth corridors. According to the latest joint report by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Knight Frank India titled “India’s Next Real Estate Markets,” Tier-2 and Tier-3 cities are…
Continue ReadingVegetable Prices Surge Across Odisha, Household Budgets Come Under Pressure
Bhubaneswar, Oct 12 (UDN): A sharp rise in vegetable prices across Odisha has left consumers struggling to manage their daily household expenses, with several commonly used vegetables selling for Rs 60 to Rs 80 per kg in retail markets. The price hike has placed an additional burden on middle-class families…
Continue ReadingRayagada Division Landslide Disrupts Rail Services in Odisha; Several Trains Cancelled Till October 21
Koraput, Oct. 12 (UDN): Train services in Odisha’s Rayagada railway division have been disrupted following a landslide between MVG and CTS stations, prompting the East Coast Railway (ECoR) to cancel several trains and modify the routes of others. Representational Image According to a railway bulletin, the changes will affect multiple…
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