In a significant development, the Adani Group on Thursday announced to build a mega aluminium plant in Odisha, along with Abu Dhabi-based International Holding Company (IHC), with a proposed investment of $11.5 billion (nearly 1.08 lakh crore).At the MoU signing ceremony for the proposed aluminium project in Bhubaneswar, Karan Adani, Managing Director of Adani Ports…
Union Home Minister Amit Shah cancelled his scheduled Odisha visit, which was planned between July 3 and 5. Official sources confirmed that his programmes in Sambalpur, Baragada, and Jharsuguda have been postponed. Shah was slated to address two public meetings in Baragada and Sambalpur on July 4 and 5. The visit also included several organisational…
Balasore, July 2: A Jan Seva Kendra operator has been accused of allegedly embezzling Rs2 lakh from the Rs3 lakh insurance compensation sanctioned for the family of a deceased construction worker in Odisha’s Balasore district. The victim’s family has lodged a written complaint at the Chandaneswar police outpost, seeking action against the accused.The deceased, identified…
An oil tanker carrying nearly 2 million barrels of Iraqi crude oil has safely arrived at Paradip Port in Odisha after surviving gunfire near the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most strategically important maritime routes The vessel, MT Sanmar Herald, completed its voyage despite heightened security concerns in the Middle East, ensuring the…
Bhabanipatana/Narla: Hundreds of protesters staged a rail blockade at Narla Road railway station in Kalahandi district, demanding the restoration of express train halts.The agitation, led by the Narla Swabhiman Manch, Wednesday disrupted rail services for nearly two hours. The protesters occupied the tracks from around 8:30am, halting the Sambalpur-Rayagada Intercity Express.The Samata Superfast Express was…
Forest officials carried out a major wildlife crime bust by arresting two inter-state tiger skin smugglers near Sunabeda Sanctuary.The special team intercepted the accused during a covert operation and seized a tiger skin.The crackdown unfolded near Bhanupatappur village inside the Udanti-Sitanadi Tiger Reserve in Chhattisgarh. The anti-poaching team launched the raid after receiving intelligence about…
Cuttack: The Special Vigilance Court in Cuttack has officially rejected the bail plea of Bhimsen Tudu in the tragic death case of medical student Chandrika Hembram on Thursday. The court denied the bail taking into account the gravity of the accusations and the social impact of the case.On May 4, 28-year-old Chandraka’s body was recovered…
Bhubaneswar: Amid continuous monsoon rains and the possibility of urban flooding and waterlogging in several parts of Odisha, Housing and Urban Development Minister Dr. Krushna Chandra Mohapatra has directed all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) across the State to remain on high alert and ensure immediate preparedness to tackle any rain-related exigencies.“Protection of citizens and uninterrupted delivery…
Bhubaneswar, July 1:With relentless monsoon showers raising the risk of urban flooding and waterlogging across Odisha, Housing and Urban Development Minister Krishna Chandra Mohapatra has directed all Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) to remain on high alert and ensure complete preparedness to respond to any rain-related emergencies.Speaking to the media, the Minister said safeguarding citizens and…
A two-member team from the National Investigation Agency (NIA) visited Rayagada district on Tuesday to examine arms and ammunition seized from Maoist hideouts and dumping yards.The officers inspected the weapons in the presence of district police and collected detailed information about their origin, including the countries where they were manufactured.Sources said the NIA team focused…
