Tehran: US President Donald Trump pulled back on his threats to launch devastating strikes on Iran late Tuesday, as the US and Iran agreed to a two-week ceasefire that includes the reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.Trump swerved to deescalate the war less than two hours before the deadline he set for Tehran to capitulate to…
Athamallik, Ap 8: In a major crackdown in the Budulimunda area of Athamallik, police have seized a substantial amount of alcohol, poch, and motorcycles. Three individuals-Rakesh Sahu, Lipun Nayak, and Bikari Behera-all residents of Budulimunda village, have been arrested in connection with the case.Officials from the Athamallik Excise Department reported that over three quintals of…
Nuapada: Allegations of a fake physical education teacher appointment at Sinapali College in Nuapada district have triggered demands for a high-level inquiry, amid questions over delays in official action.The controversy centres on claims that Gangaram Meher allegedly held jobs simultaneously at two institutions and drew salaries, leading to suspected misappropriation of government funds. Sources said Meher,…
Bhubaneswar: In a firm crackdown on irregularities inside the Shree Jagannath Temple premises, the Shree Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) has suspended Chhatar Sevak Ranjit Kar on charges of issuing fake receipts to a devotee for placing a ritual flag (Bana) atop the Neelachakra.According to the suspension order issued today, Ranjit Kar had brought Hyderabad-based devotee…
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha Vigilance Department has initiated a raid at six locations of Rajesh Chandra Mohanty, Additional Chief Engineer, Central Irrigation Circle, Odisha, Bhubaneswar, on allegations of possessing disproportionate assets (DA).The simultaneous searches, led by 1 Additional SP, 11 DSPs, 9 Inspectors, 8 ASIs, and other supporting staff, are being conducted on the strength of…
Bhubaneswar, April 7: Violent clashes erupted in Rayagada district, Odisha, on Tuesday as police clashed with tribal protesters opposing a road project linked to the Sijimali bauxite mine. Over 50 people were injured, including more than 30 police.’The violence occurred in Sagabari village, where locals have been resisting the construction of a 3-km road connecting…
Bhubaneswar: In a significant crackdown against drug trafficking, police have seized approximately 2,811 kg (2.8 tonnes) of ganja worth crores of rupees from a remote hilltop hideout near Karigeju village under Adaba police station limits in Gajapati district.Acting on specific intelligence, a special team led by R. Udayagiri SDPO Rakesh Kumar Sahu conducted an extensive…
Guwahati, 7/4: The Valley districts of Manipur was back in turmoil on Tuesday after two children of a BSF jawan were killed in their sleep in a bomb attack, leading to a violent protest during which two more persons were killed and five injured when security forces fired on agitators. Police said the bomb attack…
New Delhi, 7/4: The Opposition allegations seeking removal of Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar “lacks proof necessary to constitute misbehaviour” and “do not prima facie meet the high Constitutional bar” for removal proceedings, Rajya Sabha Chairman CP Radhakrishnan and Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla have said rejecting the notices. The orders on Monday refusing to…
Bhubaneswar: Odisha Police on Tuesday carried out extensive raids across the Eastern Range, targeting organised cattle smuggling operations in Mayurbhanj, Balasore, and Bhadrak districts. The multi-district operation resulted in the seizure of cash worth Rs 50 lakh, along with a significant quantity of gold and silver, and several vehicles used for illegal cattle transport.Eastern Range…
