Odisha
Stay updated with the latest news and developments from Odisha. Covering politics, business, sports, entertainment, and local affairs, this section brings you real-time updates and in-depth coverage of events shaping the state.
Officials Attacked During Illegal Sand Mining Raid in Balasore
The Department of Mines and local police faced violent resistance in a recent raid targeting illegal sand mining in Jaleswar, Balasore district. The team, which intercepted three tractors laden with...
Crime Branch Grills Family, Scours Call Records in Naba Das Case
The Odisha Crime Branch has ramped up its investigation into the shocking daylight murder of BJD leader Naba Kishore Das, allegedly committed by ex-police officer Gopal Das, two years ago....
Malkangiri Forest Officials Foil Smuggling Attempt, Seize 473 Turtles
The Motu Forest Department in Malkangiri district successfully seized 473 live turtles being smuggled from Andhra Pradesh to Odisha. The turtles were found packed in 13 sacks during a late-night...
Similipal Tiger Count Rises to 40, Includes 18 Rare Black Tigers
Just a day after Similipal was officially declared a national park under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972, Odisha has more reason to celebrate. Principal Chief Conservator of Forests (Wildlife), Prem...
Odisha Govt Sanctions 46 New Civil Judge Courts Across 23 Districts to Boost Judicial Access
In a landmark decision to strengthen the judicial framework, the Odisha Government has approved the establishment of 46 new Civil Judge (Junior Division) courts across 23 districts of the state....
12 Pakistani Nationals in Odisha Served Exit Notices Following MHA Directive
In adherence to directives issued by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Odisha government has initiated the process of serving exit notices to 12 Pakistani nationals residing on long-term...
Odisha Faces Dual Weather Threats: Severe Heat Wave & Thunderstorm Warnings Issued
Odisha is currently grappling with contrasting weather conditions, as severe heat waves and thunderstorms dominate forecasts across the state. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), the next few days...
Deba Prasad Dash Takes Charge as Odisha’s New I&PR Director
Deba Prasad Dash, a seasoned administrator and celebrated litterateur, has assumed the prestigious position of Director of Information & Public Relations (I&PR), Odisha. Dash took charge at the I&PR Headquarters...
Odisha at India Steel 2025: CM Majhi Leads Roundtable, Investors’ Connect in Mumbai
Odisha is poised to make a significant mark at the India Steel 2025 Conference, a premier international event organized by the Ministry of Steel, Government of India, in collaboration with...
BJD Stands Firm Against Terrorism: Sasmit Patra Voices Strong Condemnation at All-Party Meeting
Odisha's Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has taken a resolute stand against the recent terror attack in Pahalgam, Kashmir, which claimed 26 lives on April 22, 2025. Representing the party at...
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