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…
Continue ReadingThe Leela Appoints Rajesh Namby as General Manager of The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary
Mumbai, Oct 01: The Leela Palaces, Hotels and Resorts announces the appointment of Rajesh Namby as General Manager of The Leela Coorg Forest Sanctuary, the brand’s first forest sanctuary. With over three decades of experience across luxury hotels, destination resorts, food & beverage and hotel operations, Rajesh brings a distinguished…
Continue ReadingIndian Markets Start October Under Pressure as FII Selling Weighs on Investor Sentiment
New Delhi, Oct 1: Indian equity markets began the new month on a cautious note on Thursday, with benchmark indices opening lower as continued selling by foreign institutional investors (FIIs) weighed on market sentiment. At around 9:27 am, the Sensex stood at 72,304.37, down 175.92 points, or 0.24 per cent.…
Continue ReadingOctober 2026 New Rules: LPG, SBI ATM, UPI, NPS and Aadhaar Changes From October 1
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…
Continue ReadingBhubaneswar Nicco Park Set for Major Revamp With Food Court, Market and Boating Facilities
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…
Continue ReadingKIIT Ranked 4th Best University in India in THE World University Rankings 2027
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) has secured the 4th position among Indian universities in the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2027, while emerging as the top-ranked university in Eastern India. Representational Image Founded by educationist and social reformer Dr. Achyuta Samanta, KIIT’s latest…
Continue ReadingOdisha Works Minister Orders Swift Repairs of Rain-Damaged Roads
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…
Continue ReadingDy CM Pravati Parida Reviews Visitor Facilities at Nandankanan
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…
Continue ReadingSpecial Gram Sabhas Across Odisha on Gandhi Jayanti; Focus on Grassroots Planning
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…
Continue ReadingOdisha Launches Statewide Innovation Challenge to Tap Grassroots Ideas
Bhubaneswar, Oct. 1 (UDN): The Odisha government on Wednesday launched the Odisha Seva First Innovation Challenge (OSFIC), a statewide initiative aimed at identifying innovative ideas and developing practical solutions to challenges faced by people and communities. Pic Credit: x.com/SampadSwainBJP The programme was launched by Startup Odisha under the MSME Department…
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