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Union Minister Amit Shah launched a strong campaign against the BJD in Odisha, promising to end labour migration and bring development if BJP wins the 2024 elections. Speaking at a rally in Sonepur, he emphasized BJP's commitment to win 20 Lok Sabha seats and form a state government for the first time.

Amid the ongoing campaigning for the 2024 elections, MP Suresh Pujari expressed apprehensions about the drone and the purpose of its use in the area. Pujari is currently contesting elections from the Brajrajnagar Assembly seat.

In Odisha, the lungi became a symbol in political discourse when Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik wore it, sparking debates over cultural identity.

Despite intense forest fires in Similipal, the core and buffer areas remain unscathed, safeguarding the tigers. PCCF Sushant Nanda credits advanced AI technology and coordinated efforts by ODRAF and local squads for the effective management of fire incidents.

As per the IMD, the maximum temperature (Day Temperature) is likely to rise by 2-4°C during the next 3 to 4 days at many places over the districts of Odisha.

The IMD has predicted that the maximum temperature (Day Temperature) is likely to rise by 2-4°C during the next 3 to 4 days at many places over the district of Odisha.

Devotees visiting Puri Srimandir are facing severe discomfort due to a prolonged heatwave in Odisha. Despite some efforts like sprinkling water and using white paint to reflect heat, the measures are deemed inadequate, especially for the elderly and children. Resentment is growing among visitors as they endure long waits under harsh conditions.

IMD officials informed that the mercury was also nearing the 40 degree mark in two other places- Keonjhar (39.6) and Sambalpur (39) by 11:30 am today.

As per police sources, Ramesh had collected Rs 3 lakh each from more than 50 persons with the false assurance of giving them jobs in banks and other government organisations.

As per IMD sources, as many as 10 districts like Mayurbhanj, Boudh, Khordha, Jagatsinghpur, Subarnapur, Nuapada, Keonjhar, Sundargarh, Kalahandi and Balasore will witness severe heatwave conditions between April 27-28.

Justice Shashikant Mishra clarified that such anticipatory bail, if granted, would be effective only if the accused is arrested in connection with the subsequent case after his release from custody in the previous case.

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Sofia Firdous was present in the meeting amid speculations that she may be picked as the Congress candidate for the seat, as Moquim may not contest the election due to the ORHDC loan scam case. He could not get a stay on the Orissa High Court order pertaining to the case.

The district administration organised an awareness drive in Baliguda of Kandhamal district for voters. A fashion show was organised as a part of the drive during which the sub-collector along with other participants walked the ramp.

BJP president of Sonepur district, Parmod Mohapatra said, "Thousands of party workers from Sonepur, Boudh and Bolangir will come to the public meeting.”