SUBARNAPUR — Operation Garuda has been intensified to prevent smuggling of ganja through Subarnapur district, informed IG of Northern Zone Police Himanshu Lal at a press conference held at the district police headquarters. IG Shri Lal further said that between 1st and 25th of this month, 10 ganja cases were registered in various police stations…
Cuttack: A seven-month pregnant woman died under mysterious circumstances at Nuapatna village under Tigiria police station in Cuttack.The deceased woman identified as Kalpana Dutta was married to Dipak Dutta nine years ago. The couple had a seven-year-old daughter and Kalpana was 7 months pregnant. On learning that Kalpana was unwell and hospitalized, her family members…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department has issued a forecast indicating that Odisha is likely to experience heavy rainfall in September, with two low-pressure systems expected to form over the Bay of Bengal.According to the regional weather department’s prediction, the first low-pressure system may develop around September 3 over the northwest Bay of Bengal and move…
Bhubaneswar: A youth was found dead under mysterious circumstances in Badagada Brit Colony of Odisha’s Capital City, Bhubaneswar, on Thursday afternoon.As informed by sources, the body of the youth, who is identified as Subham Panda aka Guddu of Kuakhia village in Jajpur district, was found hanging inside a house in Badagada Brit Colony. However, under what circumstances,…
Bhubaneswar/ Rayagada : Utkal Alumina International Ltd. (UAIL), a subsidiary of Aditya Birla Group’s Hindalco, has executed multiple developmental projects in Raulighati village under Kashipur Block of Rayagada district, making a tangible difference in villagers’ quality of life.For years, the absence of proper road connectivity had kept the village cut off from the outside world….
Malkangiri: Tuna Bagh (22 years old) of Parjaguda village near Malkangiri fell down from the roof of his house about 5 years ago. As a result, both of his legs are no longer working. He moves with the help of a wheelchair and has been deprived of his education. His father is a daily wage…
Bhubaneswar:Dated the 28th August 2025: Odisha has emerged as a frontrunner in sustainable urban transport, securing the fifth position in India in the adoption of electric buses (e-buses). With 450 e-buses already on the roads and plans to cross the 1,000 mark in the coming years, the state is rapidly expanding its green mobility ecosystem…
Bhubaneswar: President Droupadi Murmu has greeted citizens on the occasion of Nuakhai, emphasizing the festival’s significance in expressing gratitude to the country’s farmers.In her message, she highlighted the importance of respecting agriculture and acknowledging the hard work of farmers who sustain the nation.The President’s tweet conveyed her heartfelt wishes to the people of Odisha and…
Bhubaneswar: Commissionerate Police on Thursday arrested a man, who ironically posed as a motivational speaker, on charges of burglary in Bhubaneswar.The accused has been identified as Manoj Singh. He ran an online channel titled “Change Your Life” where he delivered motivational talks urging people to stay away from crime. However, police said that while Singh inspired…
cuttack: A portion of the roof of an under-construction platform at Cuttack railway station collapsed on Wednesday afternoon, disrupting train operations and raising safety concerns.According to reports, the incident occurred on Platform 1, which is currently undergoing redevelopment. The collapsed section, estimated to be around 500 metres long, fell onto the railway tracks, blocking movement and…
