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Janmashtami At Dargah
Unique Janmashtami Celebration With A Social Message

Setting an example of communal harmony and peace, Janmashtami was celebrated by people from different communities at this Dargah in Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh.

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High Flood In Subarnarekha
Flood imminent in Mayurbhanj, Balasore; 58 additional rescue teams sent, says Odisha SRC

The Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) Pradeep Jena said that several districts, including Balasore, Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar and neighbouring Jharkhand experienced heavy rainfall under the influence of the deep depression system.

SRC PK Jena
Don’t underestimate power of flowing water: Odisha SRC appeals to people

Urging people not to try to cross road, bridges or culverts where floodwater is flowing, the SRC said, “Let's not underestimate the power of flowing water.

Car swept away in canal in Sambalpur, 2 bodies recovered
Car swept away in canal in Sambalpur, 2 bodies recovered

The car in which the duo was travelling got washed away while they were trying to cross the canal

Filling Station In Bhubaneswar
Fuel price update: Check petrol, diesel rates at different places in Odisha on August 21

We have been seeing an uptick in global crude prices, which has also pushed petrol and diesel rates in Odisha higher.

Subarnarekha River
Now Jharkhand adds to Odisha floods, opens barrage to make Subarnarekha swell

Following heavy rains in the upper catchment areas of the Subarnarekha river in the neighboring state, the Jharkhand government had to open the Galudih barrage releasing flood water into Odisha.

House collapse fear, flood victims spend nights with farm animals in temporary camps
How grave the flood situation is in Odisha... Ground reality speaks much

With no electricity, oil lamps and torches are their only source of light. Open fields have turned into kitchens while flat rice is their only means to stay alive. 

Flood exposes Odisha govt’s failure in providing ‘pucca’ houses to all: Opposition
Flood exposes Odisha govt’s failure in providing ‘pucca’ houses to all: Opposition

The BJD-led government is in Opposition parties' crosshairs for its failure in providing 'pucca' houses to all.

Close shave for 30 passengers as boat gets washed away in Mahanadi
Close shave for 30 passengers as boat gets washed away in river Mahanadi

The boat, en-route Bahakuda from Paradeep, was washed away by 4-5 km in the river.

Aparajita Sarangi visits flood-affected areas, slams Naveen government for flood mismanagement
MP Aparajita Sarangi slams Naveen govt for Odisha flood 'mismanagement'

Slamming the ruling BJD, the Parliamentarian said, “There are two types of solution – a temporary and a permanent one. Even after reigning for over 20 years, the Odisha government has miserably failed to make a permanent solution. They are only interested in temporary solutions."

Girl’s letter to CM
Balasore girl writes to Odisha CM seeking help for higher education

A minor girl Subhadra Panda in Balasore has written a letter to Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik requesting help for her studies. She has also requested help for the treatment of her mother who is suffering from mental disorder.

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Video of people offering puja at Barimula Sarathi Ashram goes viral
Video of people offering puja at Barimula Sarathi Ashram goes viral

In the viral video, followers of Sarathi can be seen placing the photo of him on a pedestal, doing yajna and offering ‘puja’ with flowers and sandalwood paste.

Elephant Scare
Elephant Scare In Village In Baranga On Cuttack Outskirts

Elephant Scare In Village In Baranga On Cuttack Outskirts

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Balasore, Mayurbhanj receive heavy rainfall
Mayurbhanj, Balasore receive heavy rainfall, no flood threat in Budhabalanga: SRC

Addressing a presser here in Bhubaneswar, Jena said three blocks of Balasore received more than 200mm rainfall with Bhograi receiving highest 226mm rainfall. Similarly, 16 blocks of Mayurbhanj district received more than 100mm rainfall followed by 100-50mm rainfall in five blocks of Keonjhar district. 

Tree on Rail Track
Train Movement Disrupted In Baripada After Uprooted Tree Falls On Track

Train Movement Disrupted In Baripada After Uprooted Tree Falls On Track

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