Crime
Stay updated with the latest crime news from Odisha, covering incidents, investigations, law enforcement actions, and judicial developments. This section provides real-time updates on criminal activities and safety concerns across the state.
Businessman’s Body Found on Tel Riverbanks in Bolangir
Police discovered the body of a man on the banks of the Tel River under the Tusura police station jurisdiction in Bolangir district on Saturday. The deceased was identified as...
Jajpur Chitalo College’s Former Heads Arrested for Embezzling Rs 32 Lakh from Girls’ Self-Defence Funds
In a significant anti-corruption operation, the Odisha Vigilance Department has arrested two former officials of Chitalo Degree Mahavidyalaya in Jajpur district for allegedly misappropriating government funds exceeding Rs 32 lakh....
Forest Officials Seize Leopard Skins and Sambar Horn, Arrest Six in Odisha’s Nuapada
In a significant victory against wildlife poaching, the Khariar Forest Division in Odisha's Nuapada district has seized two leopard skins and one sambar deer horn while apprehending six individuals involved...
Former MD of Jamankira LAMPCS Held for Embezzling Rs 79 Lakh in Sambalpur
Odisha Vigilance has arrested Fanindra Kumar Sahu, the former Managing Director of Jamankira Large-sized Agricultural Multi-Purpose Cooperative Society (LAMPCS) Ltd. in Sambalpur district, on allegations of misappropriating approximately Rs 79,28,000...
Odisha Excise Nets Rs 76.61 Lakh in Contraband on Enforcement Drive Day 10
In a continued effort to clamp down on illegal liquor production and trafficking, the Excise Department reported significant seizures on the tenth day of its Special Enforcement Drive, which began...
Odisha Central Range Police Intensifies Crackdown on Illegal Sand and Mineral Mining
The Central Range Police in Odisha has launched a robust campaign against illegal mining and unauthorised transportation of sand and other minor minerals across seven districts, demonstrating a strong commitment...
Rourkela Cops Storm Businessman’s Den Over Illegal Firearms
In a significant crackdown on illicit activities, the Rourkela police have been conducting an intensive four-hour raid at a residence in Basanti Colony, under the jurisdiction of Udit Nagar Police...
Sambalpur Minor Rape Case: Police Arrest Accused, Court Rejects Bail
Police arrested a man accused of raping a mentally challenged minor girl in the Kuchinda area of Sambalpur district and produced him before the court. The accused has been identified...
Hotel Room Murder in Balasore: Police Arrest Two Including Woman
Police recovered the body of a young man from Room 502 of Hotel Suraj under Sahadevkhunta police station in Balasore. Officers arrested two people, including a woman, and produced them...
Youth Found Dead in Balasore Hotel Room, Murder Alleged
Police recovered the body of a youth from Room No. 502 of Hotel Suraj in Balasore district. The deceased was identified as Akash Mohanty of Jamuni under the Betanati police...
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