Kharif Sowing in India Crosses 84 Lakh Hectares, Early Monsoon Progress Supports Agriculture
New Delhi, June 18: The total area sown under India’s ongoing kharif season has crossed 84 lakh hectares so far, indicating steady progress in early sowing operations across key agricultural regions of the country. Pic Credit: Pexel According…
India’s Digital Fraud Rate Nearly Double the Global Average: TransUnion
New Delhi, June 17 (UDN): India is witnessing an alarming rise in digital fraud, with the rate of suspected online fraud attempts reported to be nearly twice the global average, according to a recent report by TransUnion. The findings have raised…
Swaranjali Delhi to Present “Colours of India 2026” in Sri Vijaya Puram, Celebrating the Nation’s Rich Cultural Heritage
June 17: Swaranjali Delhi is proud to announce “Colours of India 2026”, a grand cultural extravaganza showcasing the vibrant diversity of Indian classical music, dance, and folk traditions. The event will be held on 13 August 2026 at…
Basumati Snana: Odisha’s Sacred Ritual of Rebirth, Rest, and Reverence for Mother Earth
June 17: In Odisha’s rich cultural calendar, Basumati Snana stands out as a deeply symbolic and spiritually grounded ritual that concludes the vibrant Raja Parba festival. It is not merely a ceremonial tradition, but a poetic expression of how…
Jagatsinghpur to Get Greenfield University; Land Identification Process Begins
Bhubaneswar, June 17 (UDN): In a major boost to higher education infrastructure in Odisha, the Higher Education Department has initiated steps for the establishment of a Greenfield University in Jagatsinghpur district. The proposed university is expected…
Telegram Removed from Google Play Store Amid Temporary Restrictions; iOS Access Continues
New Delhi, June 16: Messaging platform Telegram has been removed from the Google Play Store in India following temporary government-imposed restrictions, while the application remains accessible through the Apple App Store. The development comes amid…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Conferred Slovakia’s Highest Civilian Honour
Bratislava/New Delhi, June 16: Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been conferred The Order of the White Double Cross (First Class), one of Slovakia’s highest civilian honours, in recognition of his outstanding contribution to strengthening bilateral…
IMD Issues 5-Day Thunderstorm Warning for Odisha; Heat & Humidity to Continue
Bhubaneswar, June 16: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has forecast thunderstorms across several parts of Odisha over the next five days, issuing warnings for lightning, gusty winds, and intermittent rainfall in multiple districts. An Orange…
‘Vande Mataram’ Resonates in Bratislava as Slovakia Welcomes Indian Delegation
Bratislava, June 16: In a heartwarming display of cultural respect and friendship, members of the Lucnica Ensemble welcomed an Indian delegation in Bratislava by performing Vande Mataram, India’s iconic national song. The gesture drew appreciation…
Authorities Warn Public Against Mule Account Frauds; Urge Citizens to Protect Banking and Digital Credentials
New Delhi, June 16: Cybercrime authorities have issued a fresh advisory urging citizens not to share their bank account details, rent out their UPI IDs, SIM cards, or agree to transfer money on behalf of unknown individuals, warning that such activities…