Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Sunday, 14 January 2024

Terming farmers as the greatest scientists in the world, the Governor said that smaller projects like check dams and dykes in hilly areas will be beneficial for farmers in villages. He said that the agriculture department working at the block and panchayat levels should draw up plans for smaller irrigation projects so that small farmers can grow more crops.    More

As part of security arrangements, 44 platoons of police personnel along with K-9 teams will be deployed in the city along with surveillance and bomb-defusing teams. The city will be under surveillance of 135 CCTVs fixed at different locations of the city.  More

It was alleged that her younger son Pramod Rout used to ask for her old-age pension money and he attacked her when she refused the money on Sunday.  More

Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said, “A clear decision was taken to rectify the wrong spelling of the name Balasore in English with correct spelling in accordance with the spelling in Hindi and Odia. More

During the investigation, police seized cash worth Rs 2.60 lakh and ATM cards of six banks from the possession of the accused.  More

Sasmita’s minor daughter was found murdered near her rented residence on Saturday morning. The couple and neghbours were shocked to see such a horrific incident. They were reportedly clueless about who killed the minor girl and the reason behind the murder. More

The cleanliness drive on the temple premises in different states is being carried out following Prime Minister Narendra Modi's call for a week-long campaign ahead of the ‘Pran Pratishtha’ in the Ram Temple on January 22.  More

Monoj Mohapatra alleged that in the period between 2020 and 2022, while people were going through a harrowing time facing the deadly virus and they were confined to their homes, the BJD government was on a plundering spree. At that time panchayat elections were underway. The party was looting the Covid funds through various projects. More

Responding to a media query during his recent Balasore visit, Vaishnaw clearly stated that he will not contest the Lok Sabha polls from Balasore. More

The crew member, who happens to be the third engineer of the ship, jumped into the sea after allegedly slitting his hand. More

If reports are to be believed, a woman was also living with him while his mother has been to Puri. A probe is on to ascertain the involvement of the woman in the incident. More

While Jayanti Behera was adjudged the best female athlete in the national event, Suchitra Parida created history by breaking national records in the Javelin throw on the concluding day. More

Tourists have been advised not to carry polythene and litter plastic bottles and other items in the forest. More

The agitated farmers had to freeze the whole night as they sat in protest in front of the mandi in their village. They accused the millers and society secretary of deducting 4-5 kilos of paddy per quintal. More

Bus stands, railway stations, and airports are filled with people wanting to reach their homes as early as possible and spend the day with their loved ones. More

Makar Sankranti is not just a festival; it is a joyous occasion that gives the thrill of kite-flying, creates an atmosphere of joy and cultural richness, brings communities together, and fosters a spirit of unity.  More

A similar accident was reported from Shankarpur under Ghagarabeda police limits of Mayurbhanj district. Three people who were going on separate bikes died while two others were critically injured. The injured were admitted to Champua hospital in Keonjhar, More

With only three days left for the inauguration of Srimandir Parikrma Prakalpa, preparations are on a war footing in the pilgrim city of Puri. Rituals like Acharya Baran and Guateka were organised at the palace of Puri king Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasigha Deb on Friday while Ankruraropan Niti was solemnized on Saturday. More

A piece of good news for wildlife lovers and activists! The population of crocodiles in Satkosia and Bhitarkanika sanctuaries has increased this year.  More

Abhilash Panda, state president of BJYM, “The young voters should put themselves on the forefront and play a crucial role in the upcoming elections in overthrowing the BJD government and in forming the VJP government in Odisha. We have planned ‘Yuba Matadata Sammilani’ at 250 places in Odisha to connect with them.”          More

BJP’s Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi on Saturday took a swipe at the BJD-led Odisha government over the Arpan Rath vehicles moving around the state.  More