Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Friday, 18 August 2023

Regarding the collection of puja donations, Police Commissioner Saumendra Priyadarshi said, “The police department will adopt a zero-tolerance policy.” More

As per reports, Sushant’s mother, Sundari Khuntia was depressed after his son’s death. She suddenly fell ill following which she was admitted to Anandapur hospital for treatment. More

The Governor of Odisha and Chancellor, Professor Ganeshi Lal appointed Pradhan as the VC for a period of two years with effect from the date she assumes office as such or until further orders, whichever is earlier. More

These days, Berhampur city, also known as the silk city, is struggling to save its ' industrial hub identity.  More

The crematorium, which has two chambers for simultaneous cremation, has been made in collaboration with the Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL). The Central government PSU has supplied all the equipment including supply pipes and burners through which CNG will be fired. More

The Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee (OPCC) president Sarat Pattanayak on Friday said that the officers' raj in the state will no longer continue.  More

The fake teachers have been identified as Alma Tappo, Sanjit Pani Mahananda, Biranchi Nayak and Minmayee Panda. Action was taken following verification of their certificates which turned out to be fake. More

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday informed that the system is likely to move west-north-westwards across north Odisha and north Chhattisgarh during the next 2 to 3 days. More

It is not the first time that the Union Minister has criticised the Odisha government on the metro rail project. He had earlier said that the metro rail project needs to be implemented through proper collaboration between the state and the Centre. More

Though the exact reason behind the fire is not clear, all the patients in the ward as well as in the ICU were subsequently evacuated to safety. More

He has been part of several hit movies and worked as a foley artist. His widowed mother served as his inspiration and today she is a proud mother. More

Sarat Nayak was brought under the purview of investigation after an alleged audio of him talking with the teacher’s mother demanding money had gone viral on social media. More

Apart from the district administration, many social organisations have also come forward and extended financial support for Subhalaxmi’s medical education. More

The landmine was recovered during a search operation by police and DVF. Later, the explosive was defused by the bomb squad. More

The STF has also recovered the fake ID of I & PR Department of the Odisha government from the accused. The bank accounts of Kishore show credit of more than Rs 2 crore in the last 2 to 3 years with many bulk deposits. More

Patnaik targeted the 5T Secretary directly in ‘Ama Ghara Halchal’ column of his daily newspaper. More

As per initial reports, the bodies were recovered by breaking open the door by the owner in the presence of police and other locals in the area. More

Inspired by OTV’s AI news anchor Lisa, trader Ishwar Sahoo who rose to fame with Covid-19 Rakhi, Combo Rakhi, and Rakhis with printed digital photos during the pandemic last year, decided to come up with AI rakhis this year. More

Acute poverty and all other odds couldn’t deter the spirit of Ganesh. With sheer determination and hard work, he managed to make it to the Indian team. More

The ban period will be effective from January 3, 2023. It will continue till January 2027. More

Sharing data about rainfall, the IMD said Puri recorded 66.2 mm rainfall till 5.30 am today, Bhubaneswar 57.6 mm, Balasore 42.6 mm, More

Despite repeated incidents of elderly people being forced to go through unwanted problems to avail their pensions, the alleged indifference of the state government to resolve the issue has triggered resentment. More

As per the proposal, fans and air conditioners that are more than five years old would be replaced with Brush-Less Direct Current (BLDC) fans and 5-star rated ACs in all government buildings. More

The Collegium in its resolution published in the Supreme Court website mentioned that the government gave good inputs about advocate Mishra and judicial officer Behera.  More

Some recent reports have painted a contrasting picture of the scheme that has been touted as a success by the Biju Janata Dal (BJD)-led State government. More

Das will replace Ramashis Hazra who has been transferred as the Director of Animal Husbandry and Veterinary Services. More

The BJP’s Bhubaneswar District President, Babu Singh said that after the 2024 general elections, the project would be found dumped in a dustbin.  More