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: 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…
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…
Digapahandi: In a tragic incident, at least two minor girls drowned in a pond in the Ganjam district of Odisha on Tuesday. The incident took place in the Patanda village in Kushapada Panchayat under Digapahandi block of the district.As per the information received, the two friends, who were students of seventh standard, had gone to…
Police arrested a couple involved in a series of gold chain snatching incidents across Bhubaneswar, recovering eight stolen chains and two vehicles used in the crime Serial Snatcher Couple Arrested in Bhubaneswar; Eight Gold Chains RecoveredItishree Sethy by Itishree Sethy April 7, 2026 Reading Time: 1 min read Bhubaneswar Gold Chain Snatching Police arrested a…
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has issued a suspension order against former Bhadrak Lok Sabha MP Manjulata Mandal and her husband, former Dhamnagar MLA Muktikanta Mandal, citing anti-party activities. According to an official letter dated April 6, 2026, from BJD Vice President Pratap Jena, both leaders have been suspended with immediate effect. Manjulata Mandal,…
Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, the Governor and Chancellor of Universities in Odisha, today appointed the Vice Chancellors of 14 Universities of the state. Bhubaneswar: Dr. Hari Babu Kambhampati, the Governor and Chancellor of Universities in Odisha, today appointed the Vice Chancellors of 14 Universities of the state.The Chancellor, in exercise of powers conferred by the…
