The Odisha Revenue and Disaster Management Department has directed all District Collectors to immediately implement the revised English spellings for districts, sub-divisions, tehsils, blocks, and urban areas in all official works. This change aims to align English spellings with Odia pronunciation. Private and commercial organizations have been given six months to update their signage. This move is intended to preserve the state's linguistic and cultural identity while ensuring uniformity in administrative records. https://odishasambad.in/revenue-departments-measures-for-the-immediate-implementation-of-revised-english-spellings/

Odisha Police has recovered over 300 mobile phones stolen from Puri during crowded events like Rath Yatra. Using technical tracking and cyber cell assistance, a special squad traced these devices across various locations. A distribution event was held in Bhubaneswar where the phones were returned to their rightful owners after verification. Investigations are ongoing to bust the inter-state gang involved in these thefts. https://odishasambad.in/stolen-from-puri-police-return-over-300-mobile-phones-to-rightful-owners-in-bhubaneswar/

Utkal Hospital in Bhubaneswar celebrated its 8th Foundation Day. Chairman Dr. Aditya Kumar Samal sent greetings from the USA, praising staff dedication. Managing Director Dr. Pragyan Ranjan Ghadei emphasized medical service as humanity's mission. The event included Ganapati puja on the 6th floor and distribution of sweets among doctors and staff. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=208059

Twelve workers are trapped in an under-construction road tunnel in Sikkim's Namchi district following a landslide. Rescue operations are hindered by suspected gas leaks inside the Samardung tunnel. Simultaneously, Assam is facing a severe flood situation due to heavy rains, affecting over 1.7 lakh people across 12 districts. The Indian Army has launched 'Operation Jal Rahat' to assist in rescue efforts in flood-hit areas like Guwahati and Sivasagar. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/flood-situation-in-assam-critical-12-labourers-trapped-in-sikkim-tunnel-after-landslide-12182711

The Odisha government has withdrawn the power to recruit non-teaching staff from the principals of government colleges and teacher training institutes. This authority has now been transferred to the Regional Directors of Education (RDE). According to the Higher Education Department, RDEs will now serve as the appointing authority for all non-cadre Group-B, Group-C, and Group-D non-teaching positions. This administrative step aims to streamline the recruitment process in higher education institutions, superseding all previous orders. https://zeenews.india.com/hindi/zeeodisha/state-news/order-to-revoke-authority-from-government-college-principal/3271758

Demand for Electric Vehicles (EVs) is rapidly increasing in Sundargarh district, with 13,797 units registered as of March. The popularity is driven by the Odisha government's EV policy, which offers purchase incentives up to ₹1.5 lakh for four-wheelers and ₹20,000 for two-wheelers, along with exemptions on registration fees and motor vehicle taxes. https://sambad.in/state/demand-for-electric-vehicles-surges-in-sundargarh-13797-evs-registered-so-far-12182704

Andy Burnham has taken office as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom following the resignation of Keir Starmer. After meeting King Charles III, the 56-year-old Labour Party leader became the country's seventh Prime Minister in a decade. Formerly known as the 'King of the North' during his tenure as Mayor of Greater Manchester, Burnham addressed the nation from 10 Downing Street, promising significant political reforms and the biggest changes in 40 years to restore public trust in governance. https://argusnews.in/international/andy-burnham-becomes-uk-prime-minister-meets-king-charles

The BCCI has decided to implement new rules proposed by the Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) in domestic cricket. Key changes include mandatory completion of overs in first-class cricket, the head coach's entry during drinks breaks in ODIs, and updated guidelines for dead balls, fielding positions, and wicketkeeper penalties. https://odishasambad.in/bcci-to-implement-new-rules-in-indian-cricket/

Traffic authorities are imposing heavy fines for rule violations. OdishaTV reports on the importance of staying alert while driving to avoid huge penalties and ensure safety on the roads. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/very-fine-if-you-dont-see-it-a-bit-otvshorts-fine-12182618

The article features a segment from OTV's 'Ashara Aloka' program where a person is seen discussing their involvement in other work. OTV highlights this as part of its commitment to delivering diverse and unbiased news content across its digital platforms, including YouTube and WhatsApp. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/she-is-busy-with-different-work-otvshorts-asharaaloka-12182633