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BJP National President JP Nadda criticized the BJD government in Odisha for alleged voter bribery and bureaucratic dominance, advocating for a change to empower women and the populace.

In the ongoing 2024 Odisha elections, many migrant workers from Kantabanji, where Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik is contesting, are unable to vote due to employer restrictions. Despite their pleas and viral videos highlighting their plight, these workers remain stranded out-of-state, impacting voter turnout.

Nikunja Bihari Dhal, Odisha's chief electoral officer, launched the 'Mo Booth' mobile app to help voters in Khurda district find their polling stations and check real-time queue sizes. The app updates every 15 minutes, providing accurate and timely voter queue information.

Six individuals were killed in Keonjhar after a multi-vehicle accident involving two trucks and a car. The incident occurred at Rimuli bypass, with emergency services responding promptly.

BJP National Vice President Baijayant Panda highlighted the growing popularity of his party in Odisha, projecting a confident win in upcoming elections. He emphasized Prime Minister Narendra Modi's global appeal and local voters' support during his campaign tour.

Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma will be visiting Odisha and is scheduled to attend three public meetings at Brajarajnagar, Bonai and Attabira on May 16, 2024.

In an exclusive interview with OTV during the roadshow in Cuttack, Amit Shah promised action against those involved in the muti-crore chit fund scam in the state.

BJD candidate Sanatan Mahakud was shockingly garlanded with slippers during his campaign in Mirigisinga village. A video of the incident went viral, highlighting tensions. The incumbent MLA Minakshi Mohanta belongs to the village where the incident was reported.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is sending free rice to the poor across the country including Odisha. But Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik is misleading people by giving rice in a bag with his own image, alleged Amit Shah

During a campaign event in Kabisuryanagar, supporters of BJD leader Latika Pradhan reportedly misbehaved with Chhaya Behera, who questioned the MLA nominee about local development. The altercation resulted in Behera being physically attacked and later hospitalized.

The BJP has accused the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) of misleading the public in Odisha with false promises of free electricity. Senior BJP leader Samir Mohanty criticized the BJD's shifting statements on providing 100 units of free electricity and highlighted discrepancies in power costs and distribution in the state.

The Orissa High Court is recruiting Junior Stenographers Group-C, with applications opening on May 20 and closing on June 18, 2024. The court is offering 35 posts, requiring candidates to have a relevant bachelor's degree and proficiency in shorthand and typewriting.

Ahead of the second phase polls in Odisha, key political leaders intensified their campaigns. Rahul Gandhi criticized BJP but did not comment on BJD. Naveen Patnaik campaigned for free electricity and targeted opposition claims. Om Birla also campaigned actively.

Several locals allegedly questioned Rita about lack of developmental activities in the region. However, she failed to give any kind of satisfactory answers to the public.