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The India Meteorological Department issued a yellow warning for imminent heatwave conditions in several districts of Odisha, expecting temperatures to fall by 3 to 4 degrees Celsius over the coming days. Sambalpur recorded the highest temperature at 42.5°C.

Rahul Gandhi, unable to attend a rally in Rayagada due to his nomination filing, spoke via virtual mode and promised farm loan waiver, job prioritization for graduates and diploma holders, and hiked wages under MGNREGA.

Ranjit Majhi was awarded the Shambhavi Puraskar for his efforts in implementing the Forest Rights Act and empowering villagers in Sundargarh. The event, organized by the Bansidhar & Ila Panda Foundation, also recognized Sasmita Mangaraj for her work in women's empowerment.

Anubhav Patnaik, after resigning from BJD, criticized the party for nominating Sabitri Pradhan, whose husband is allegedly involved in illegal ganja trade and a murder case. He filed his nomination as an independent candidate for the Khandapada Assembly seat, citing past injustices and lack of development work by previous candidates.

During her election campaign in Jharsuguda, BJD candidate Dipali Das was confronted by villagers in Malibeunra over unfulfilled promises made during the 2019 elections. The incident, recorded and shared online, highlighted the villagers' demands for accountability on past commitments.

External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and BJP National President JP Nadda are set to visit Odisha on May 4 and 5, respectively, as part of the BJP's intensive campaign ahead of the crucial Lok Sabha and Assembly elections. The visits aim to bolster the party's prospects and energize its cadre.

Bhartruhari Mahtab on Friday saidd that the 2024 elections will pivot on securing a double-engine government and preserving 'Odia Asmita'. Mahtab highlights several local issues and BJP’s commitment to address them, alongside promises of financial aid and healthcare benefits.

Odisha continues to face a severe heat wave with temperatures staying above 40 degrees Celsius. Relief from the excessive heat is expected after May 6, with a predicted decrease in mercury levels.

Ahead of the 2024 elections, a combined operation by the Flying Surveillance Team and local police in Bargarh, Odisha resulted in the seizure of Rs 7.5 lakh from an SUV. This brings the total amount seized in western Odisha to over Rs 25 lakh as part of ongoing election monitoring efforts.

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In Ganjam, despite the government's failure to resolve a long-standing water crisis in Sindhupanka village, migrant laborer Bhima Behera used his earnings to implement a simple yet effective solution, bringing relief to his community.

The Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate Police is enhancing public awareness on combating cyber frauds. Victims can immediately report fraudulent calls using the 1930 helpline or the Chakshu App, part of the Sanchar Saathi initiative, to block suspicious numbers and prevent fund transfers.

The BJP filed a complaint with the ECI, citing Odisha Mission Shakti Secretary Sujata Pandian's involvement in coercing SHGs and influencing voters through SVEEP for the electoral gains of the BJD.

Naba Nirman Krushak Sangathan had filed an FIR against Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for his involvement in a controversial land acquisition by Vedanta Foundation. The Supreme Court criticized the Odisha government's actions, leading to legal challenges by local farmers' groups.

The BJD in Odisha, despite its anti-dynasty stance, has given election tickets to multiple family members, including Pranab Prakash Das and his mother. This move contradicts their earlier campaign against political dynasties, raising questions about their commitment to ending such practices.