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PM Modi Announces Rs 2 Lakh Ex-Gratia For Kin Of 8 Labourers Killed In Rajasthan Electrocution Incident

New Delhi: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday expressed grief over the deaths of eight labourers who were electrocuted while working on a road construction project in Chapoli village of Rajasthan’s Jhunjhunu district.He also announced an ex gratia payment of Rs 2 lakh from the Prime Minister’s National Relief Fund (PMNRF) for the next of…

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Afghanistan reach sixth in ICC men’s ODI rankings, surpass Sri Lanka

Afghanistan have achieved a historic milestone by rising to sixth place in the ICC Men’s ODI Team Rankings, overtaking Sri Lanka to secure their highest-ever position in the format.Since their ODI debut in 2009, Afghanistan have made significant progress in international cricket, establishing themselves as a competitive side across formats, according to the ICC website….

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Eight killed, several injured after electrocution during road construction work In Rajasthan

Jaipur: Eight labourers were killed, and several others sustained burn injuries after being electrocuted while working on a road construction project in Chapoli village of Rajasthan’s Jhunjhunu district on Monday, police said. According to police, the incident occurred when a machine being used to mix gravel during road construction came into contact with an overhead…

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King Khan turns 61: Fans strike his signature pose outside Mannat in grand birthday tribute

Mumbai, November 2: Excitement gripped outside Bollywood superstar Shah Rukh Khan’s house, Mannat, as fans gathered in large numbers today (November 2) to celebrate King Khan’s birthday and catch a glimpse of their favourite star.Fans, some of whom had travelled from different parts of the country, expressed their excitement while waiting outside the actor’s residence….

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Schools in Rayagada to Remain Closed on November 3 and 4 for Cyclone Murasu

Rayagada: In view of the severe cyclonic storm Murasu, the Rayagada district administration has announced the closure of all schools across the district on November 3 and 4, 2026, as a precautionary measure to ensure the safety of students and staff.According to an official order issued by the District Education Office, Rayagada, on November 2,…

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ACF Soumya Ranjan Death case: Wife Bidyabharati Panda surrenders before court

Bidyabharati Panda surrendered before the SDJM court in Paralakhemundi on Monday in connection with the 2021 death of Assistant Conservator of Forests (ACF) Soumya Ranjan Mahapatra. She surrendered after the Orissa High Court rejected her anticipatory bail plea on October 31.The case dates back to the night of July 12, 2021, when Soumya suffered severe…

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Orissa HC launches online summons system

Kataka: The Orissa High Court’s two-day conference of District Judges began at the Odisha Judicial Academy Saturday, with Chief Justice Harish Tandon inaugurating the event and launching an online summons management system for government employees.The newly introduced system is an online platform designed to facilitate the execution of court summons without disrupting the functioning of…

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Radio-Collared Tiger Straying At Motu Range In Malkangiri; Forest Dept Issues Alert

Malkangiri: The Forest Department has initiated precautionary measures to ensure safety of both villagers and the wildlife after a radio-collared tiger from Papikondalu landscapes was found moving within the jurisdiction of the Motu Range under the Malkangiri Forest Division.In compliance with the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) Standard Operating Procedure for tracking and monitoring wild…

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Massive Multi-Agency Rescue Operations Swung into Action at Ganjam Landslide Site

A high-intensity, coordinated search and rescue operation is actively underway at the Gidipabali landslide site in Ganjam district to locate missing individuals trapped under debris.To expedite the mission, the administration has deployed elite rescue personnel, cutting-edge technical equipment, and dedicated local workers on the ground.Elite Forces and Sniffer Dogs Deployed.A massive contingent of specialised teams…

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*ODISHA VIGILANCE NABS SPECIAL LAND ACQUISITION OFFICER, SAMBALPUR-TALCHER DOUBLING RAIL LINE PROJECT FOR TAKING BRIBE OF RS. 5 LAKHS IN LIEU OF RELEASE OF COMPENSATION TOWARDS LAND ACQUISITION*. 

Today i.e on 02.11.2026, a short while ago, Ajay Kumar Garanaik, Special Land Acquisition Officer, Sambalpur-Talcher Doubling Rail Line Project *has been apprehended by Odisha Vigilance for demanding a bribe of Rs.5,00,000/- from the land owner ( Complainant) in lieu of relase of Rs.84,62,288/- towards compensation amount for Land Acquisition and to show favour in…

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