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 provisions of Para 11.5 of

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, hospitality groups, tour operators and

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 after sunset, have left residents

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 Netanyahu, Machchhar described how an

SHANGHAI, Oct. 4, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — From October 3 to 4, Assembly Character Toys Brand Blokees exhibited at Wonder Festival Shanghai 2026, featuring nearly 500 products across its two core categories, Blokees Model Kits and BLOKEES WHEELS. More than 90 new products made their debut, highlighting Blokees’ continued expansion across product categories, IPs and consumer

Chandigarh University to Train Youth as Nature Conservators and Ecotourism Guides, Creating Conservation-Linked Livelihoods CHANDIGARH, India, Oct. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Department of Biosciences at Chandigarh University has secured a grant of over Rs 17 lakhs from Punjab State Council for Science & Technology (PSCST) under the Green Skill Development Programme (GSDP) of the Ministry

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 the night, adding to discomfort

Bhubaneswar, Oct. 3 (UDN): The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has undertaken a major restructuring of its communication apparatus, appointing 10 national spokespersons and revamping its Media, Social Media and IT cells.  Representational Image  The organisational changes were announced through a fresh party order issued on Friday, superseding earlier arrangements. 10 Leaders Named National Spokespersons The