Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): Seven distinguished personalities from the fields of education, public service and social development were honoured with the KIIT-KISS ‘Is One’ (KKIO) Lifetime Achievement Award at a special ceremony held at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) in Bhubaneswar. The event brought together eminent national and…
Continue ReadingNandankanan Adds 36 New Animals and Birds Across 11 Species
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): Wildlife enthusiasts and tourists have more reasons to visit Nandankanan Zoological Park, with the zoo adding 36 new animals and birds belonging to 11 species to its growing collection. Representational Image The newly developed enclosures were opened to visitors on October 3 as part of the…
Continue ReadingSharadiya Shodasha Upachara Puja Begins at Odisha’s Shakti Peethas
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): The sacred Sharadiya Shodasha Upachara Puja has begun at several revered Shakti Peethas across Odisha, ushering in 16 days of elaborate rituals, devotional ceremonies and special adornments of the presiding deities. Representational Image With the onset of the annual worship, temples across the state have come…
Continue ReadingKalinga Studio Set for Grand Reopening After INR 164-Crore Makeover
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 5 (UDN): The iconic Kalinga Studio is all set to reopen its doors, marking a major milestone for Odisha’s film industry. After an extensive modernisation project involving an estimated investment of ₹164 crore, the legendary studio has been transformed into a state-of-the-art production facility. Representational Image Odisha Chief…
Continue ReadingOdisha Extends Electric Vehicle Policy Till December 31, 2026
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 4 (UDN): The Odisha government has extended the validity of its Electric Vehicle Policy, 2021 by another three months, allowing the existing policy framework to remain in force until December 31, 2026. Representational Image The decision was notified by the Commerce and Transport Department on Saturday under the…
Continue ReadingOdisha Travel Bazaar 2026: Majhi Unveils Major Tourism Push to Put State on Global Map
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 4 (UDN): Odisha has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to position itself as a leading global tourism destination, with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announcing a series of policy, infrastructure and safety measures at the 7th Odisha Travel Bazaar in Bhubaneswar. Pic Credit: x.com/CMO_Odisha The event brought together investors,…
Continue ReadingOdisha Universities Told to Fill Faculty Vacancies by November-End
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 4: Odisha Governor and Chancellor of state universities Dr Hari Babu Kambhampati has directed all state public universities to expedite the recruitment of teaching staff and complete the process by the end of November. Pic Credit: //x.com/DHE_Odisha The directive came during a high-level review meeting on faculty recruitment…
Continue ReadingOctober Heatwave-Like Conditions Leave People Sweltering Through Day and Night
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 4: October is traditionally associated with a gradual retreat of the monsoon and a shift towards more comfortable weather, but this year, several parts of Odisha are experiencing conditions that feel more like the peak of summer. Representational Image Scorching temperatures during the day, combined with oppressive humidity…
Continue Reading‘I Had One Last Fight Left in Me’: Capt. Machchhar Recalls Dramatic Cockpit Struggle
Jerusalem, Oct. 4: Captain Smit Machchhar, the pilot who reportedly fought off an attempt to take control of a flydubai aircraft bound for Israel, has revealed the terrifying moments he endured inside the cockpit before managing to regain access and prevent a potential disaster. Speaking with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin…
Continue ReadingOdisha to Stay Hot and Humid Till October 7 as Monsoon Retreats
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 3 (UDN): Odisha is likely to continue experiencing hot and humid weather until October 7, with elevated temperatures and high moisture levels making conditions uncomfortable across the state. Representational Image The heat is expected to be noticeable from the morning, while warm and humid conditions may persist through…
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