Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Wednesday, 01 May 2024

The District Collector reportedly disengaged Puspanjali Mohanty, the Community Resource Person(CRP) of Talasanga gram panchayat under the Mahakalapara block, and Narmada Basantia, the CRP of Marshaghai block, from the service. More

As per reports, a transfer order has been issued for lecturer Ananta Kishore Jena when the university is struggling due to a lack of adequate number of teaching staff. The institution, which is supposed to have 21 lecturers, has only seven. More

While residents in some parts of the State are still depending on the muddy water of the ponds to quench their thirst, people in other parts have staged road blockades as they have been deprived of basic amenities like drinking water facilities by the administration. More

Students were allegedly explained through the phone call that as the BJD government has provided them with the scholarship, they should vote for the party. More

In the Dhenkanal Assembly seat, BJD candidate Sudhir Samal has mounted an intense campaign with the help of his son Jagdish and nephew Abinash. Incidentally, Abinash is also fighting the poll as BJD’s MP nominee from the Dhenkanal parliamentary seat.  More

Following a court order, the Commissionerate Police had earlier tried to ascertain the owners of the seized vehicles.  Some owners were identified and their vehicles were handed over to them by examining their credentials and documents.  More

The BJP alleged that Congress is behind such doctored videos while BJD MP Nominee Pradeep Majhi has been spreading misinformation using these fake videos at the time of elections to draw political mileage. More

The traffic shade was arranged at Nalco Soubhagya Nagar on Wednesday. A polythene canopy has been erected overhead with the support of bamboo poles and strings. It has brought much relief for residents during their halt at traffic signals under the blazing sun. More

As per initial reports, the windshield of the Vistara flight reportedly developed crack in the hailstorm that lashed several parts of Odisha this afternoon. More

The IMD issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms with lightning in several Odisha districts after a severe heatwave. Residents experienced light to moderate rainfall and are advised to stay cautious. More

Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi criticizes the BJD's governance in Odisha, claiming 'Odia Asmita' is at risk and accusing a 'young babu' of hijacking the state's governance. She highlights high unemployment rates and accuses the Chief Minister of outsourcing his duties, leading to a lack of direct communication and leadership within the state. More

The Supersonic Missile-Assisted Release of Torpedo (SMART) system was successfully flight-tested from Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Island, off the Odisha coast. Developed by DRDO, this advanced torpedo delivery system aims to boost the Indian Navy's anti-submarine capabilities. More

GE T&D India has won an order from Powergrid to establish a state transmission asset management centre (STAMC) in Odisha, enhancing OPTCL's grid operations through real-time monitoring and advanced software, facilitating better integration of renewable resources. More

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to intensify BJP's campaign for the 2024 elections in Odisha with two major public meetings in Berhampur and Nabarangpur on May 6. Addressing concerns of corruption and cultural erosion, Modi's visit aims to bolster support amidst challenging governance issues. More

The India Meteorological Department predicted a significant temperature drop in Odisha after severe heatwave conditions. IMD Bhubaneswar's Director announced a red warning for intense heat, expecting temperatures up to 45 degrees. Relief is anticipated with Nor'wester rains starting May 5. More

Odisha continues to experience an intense heatwave with Talcher recording a high of 38.4°C by 8:30 AM, while Bhubaneswar noted a cooler 34.8°C. IMD reports multiple areas with temperatures above 34°C, highlighting ongoing extreme weather conditions. More

At Bhubaneswar Railway Station, the Railway Protection Force rescued 117 live turtles being illegally transported on the Utkal Express. Four individuals were arrested, and the turtles were seized under the Wildlife Protection Act. More

While receiving the demanded amount of money from middleman Mantu Nanda, the Vigilance officers swooped down on the ARI and caught her red-handed. More

The brother duo duped a woman of around Rs 33 lakh and another man of Rs 81 lakh by promising an interest of 20 percent per month.  More

Senior party leader and former MLA of Kakatpur Surendra Sethi and two-time BJD MLA from Anandapur Bhagirathi Sethy resigned from the party expressing their displeasure over the denial of tickets this time.  More

While the hottest place in the world was Joba in Oman with 49.2 degrees Celsius, Baripada became second hottest place. More

While the town was sizzling at 46 Degrees Celsius, the power supply was allegedly disrupted from 5.30 pm to 6.30 pm at the emergency ward of the DHH.  More