Bhubaneswar, March 17: Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik on Tuesday demanded resignation of Health and Family Welfare Minister Dr Mukesh Mahaling over the fire mishap at SCB Medical College and Hospital, Cuttack that killed 11 people.The former CM said that that the Health Department cannot hide behind ‘inquiries’ while families mourn. Patnaik visited the fire-affected ICU…
Baripada (Mayurbhanj): A day after a powerful tornado swept through several villages in the Karanjia sub-division, the Mayurbhanj administration on Monday opened free kitchens to feed affected residents, providing much-needed relief to those hit by the storm.Two people, including a woman, were killed and around 40 others sustained injuries when the tornado struck Kia, Kankada, Panposi,…
Bargarh, March 16: A junior clerk-cum-accountant in the Block Education Officer’s office at Barpali in Bargarh district was apprehended by Odisha Vigilance on Sunday for allegedly accepting a bribe of ₹6,000.The accused, identified as Rajani Kanta Kar, was caught while demanding and accepting the bribe from an official of the same office for preparing a…
Bhubaneswar: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds (40-60 kmph) in five districts in the next three hours.According to nowcast warning issued by IMD at 12:20 pm, Keonjhar, Mayurbhanj, Boudh, Kandhamal, and Kalahandi districts will experience moderate thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds within next three hours.Besides, a yellow warning…
Around 9 AM, Biranchi Behera opened fire on Narottam Behera and his wife while they were walking near Bagaramunda, about one kilometre from Katapanga. Narottam sustained serious injuries while his wife narrowly escaped. Immediately after the attack, Biranchi returned home and shot his wife, Nilima Behera, killing her on the spot.Narottam was rushed to Phulbani…
Bhubaneswar: Two young brothers drowned while taking bath in a pond at Raisuan under Sadar police limits on Tuesday.The deceased have been identified as Aman Ansari (9) and Kushal Ansari (8), sons of Nuruddin Ansari.They were bathing in the pond when the accident happened. Local residents rushed to the scene and pulled the boys out…
Bhubaneswar: There are no pending works under WATCO with regard to the JICA-funded sanitation and drainage projects in Cuttack, Housing and Urban Development Minister Dr Krushna Chandra Mahapatra informed the Odisha Legislative Assembly today.Responding to a query by MLA Sofia Firdous, the Minister stated that 2.59 km of box drain and 19.956 km of open…
A 35‑year‑old man was found hanging inside his employer’s office at NAC New Market near Panposh Square in Rourkela on Tuesday, sparking a police investigation.The deceased, identified as Ashwini Kumar Barik of Sector‑6 C Block, was discovered inside the office of Balaji Developers. Local shopkeepers noticed the office was locked from the inside throughout the…
Bolangir, Mar 10: Following the untimely death of medical student Simran Sarangi in a road accident, Bolangir police have initiated a rigorous drive against reckless bikers, named “Operation Super,” to enhance road safety across the city. The tragic incident has prompted authorities to adopt a zero-tolerance approach towards traffic violations and dangerous riding practices.Under the…
Two motorcycles collided head‑on near the Durgee Jagannath Temple under Bishamcuttack police limits. The impact killed two riders instantly. Locals rushed two injured victims to the Rayagada District Headquarters Hospital. Doctors declared one more dead upon arrival, while another remains in critical condition.The deceased include Akash Mandangi of Badapolisi village under Ramanaguda block, Birsing Hikaka…
