Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Tuesday, 07 May 2024

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BJP moves Odisha CEO accusing BJD of using SHGs in campaigning  

Nirupama Nayak, chairperson of the MBK Mission Shakti in Balasore is campaigning for the ruling party, BJP leader Pinki Pradhan alleged. More

Odisha Elections 2024: Wives of candidates dare blazing sun, venture out to share campaign burden

Many candidates' wives are actively campaigning for their husbands. They participate in various campaign activities, from door-to-door visits to public meetings, in different assembly seats such as Bolangir, Korei, and Jeypore. More

Odisha Crime Branch arrests four cyber fraudsters from Gujarat

Odisha Police's Crime Branch arrested four individuals from Gujarat for defrauding a Bhubaneswar resident of Rs 60 lakh in an online trading scam. The arrests followed after the victim reported the crime, leading to a coordinated operation with Gujarat Police. More

After PM Modi stokes migration issue in Odisha, BJD in defensive posture! 

During the 2024 election campaign, PM Modi highlighted the issue of labor migration in Odisha, specifically targeting CM Naveen Patnaik and his party BJD. The problem is acute in areas like Ganjam and Kantabanji, where locals migrate extensively due to lack of jobs, often facing harsh conditions abroad. More

We should fight against bad governance: BJP’s Kendrapara LS candidate Baijayant Panda 

BJP National Vice President Baijayant Panda, contesting from Kendrapara Lok Sabha seat, emphasized combating bad governance in Odisha at a rally. More

Odisha Elections 2024: BJD candidate's wife files nomination as Independent from same seat

In the Pipili Assembly constituency, BJD's Rudra Prasad Maharathy and his wife Jagruti Panda, an independent, are contesting against each other. More

CCTV captures 'high-profile couple' stealing cash from shop in Bhubaneswar

In Bhubaneswar, a man and a woman, described as a high-profile couple, were caught on CCTV stealing cash from a garment shop on Lewis Road. The duo distracted the sales staff to commit the theft and fled before being noticed. More

In rare surgery, AIIMS-Bhubaneswar removes 7-kg tumour from patient's scalp 

AIIMS-Bhubaneswar achieved a significant medical milestone by successfully removing a massive 7-kg Synovial sarcoma tumour from the scalp of a patient, Rabindra Bisui. The critical operation involved an expert team and careful pre-surgery procedures, leading to a full recovery without complications. More

No vote, no govt facilities: BJD candidate's video goes viral, BJP reacts

BJD's Attabira MLA Snehangini Chhuria, in a viral video, allegedly linked voting with government benefits, stating non-voters won't get the facilities the government is providing. More

‘No drone zone’ during PM Modi’s programmes in Odisha

As per the Blue Book, all necessary security measures are being put in place for the roadshow of the Prime Minister in Bhubaneswar and his carcade. The officials will also decide the time from when the connecting roads to the main street will be sealed for security reasons.   More

Prohibit use of electronic cigarettes in higher education institutions: UGC

The UGC has urged higher education institutions to enforce the prohibition of electronic cigarettes, as mandated by the PECA, 2019. This includes conducting special checks to prevent their use on campuses, following concerns about easy access near educational facilities. More

Fake NEET candidate, 2 aides arrested in Odisha

As per police sources, three other aides of the accused in this connection are on the run. More

Cooler days! Mercury to drop by 6 degrees as thunderstorms, heavy rain likely in Odisha: IMD

Odisha experiences a significant cooldown with temperatures expected to drop by 5-6 degrees over the next three days due to Nor'wester activities. The IMD has issued orange and yellow warnings for thunderstorms and heavy rainfall across several districts. More

Odisha Elections 2024: Nomination process begins for constituencies going to polls on June 1

The nomination process for six Lok Sabha and 42 assembly seats in Odisha began, set for polls on June 1. Candidates can file until May 14, with nominations scrutinized on May 15 and withdrawals by May 17. More

PM Modi's roadshow in Bhubaneswar on May 10; Hema Malini, other BJP leaders to hit campaign trail in Odisha

PM Narendra Modi is scheduled for a major roadshow in Bhubaneswar on May 10.Top BJP leaders and 'Dream Girl' Hema Malini campaigning in Odisha. The event aims to highlight the need for BJP's governance citing lack of basic amenities under the current BJD regime. More

Only 2 people in helicopter cannot form govt in Odisha: BJP National VP Baijayant Panda take dig at BJD

BJP National Vice-President Baijayant Panda criticized the ruling BJD in Odisha for corruption, asserting that a BJP government will be formed on June 10. He highlighted key election promises such as filling government vacancies and infrastructural development. Amidst these claims, he also emphasized the national achievements under PM Modi's leadership. More

Orange Warning for thunderstorm and lightning issued for 6 Odisha districts; Yellow Warning for 14

As per the prediction by IMD, several parts of the State will witness Nor’wester triggered rainfalls till May 10. Under its effect, daytime temperature in most parts of the State will record a fall by four to six degree Celsius in the next three to four days. More

This Election is a Referendum on Pandian

In a dramatic prelude to the Odisha elections, both Narendra Modi and Kartik Pandian announced swearing-in dates for their respective parties before any votes were cast. The BJD is dealing with internal conflicts and anti-incumbency after 24 years in power, while the BJP targets Kartik Pandian's non-Odia origins in their campaign. More

Odisha Elections 2024: BJP, BJD lock horns over PM Modi's ‘expiry date’ jibe

A wordy duel broke out between the BJP and the BJD after PM Modi claimed that BJD's 'expiry date' is June 4, 2024. BJD claimed it is preparing the oath-taking ceremony of Naveen Patnaik as Chief Minister for the sixth term. More

Odisha Elections 2024: Can independent candidates turn tables in Jatni 

In the Jatni Assembly constituency, independent candidates Md Manwar Ali and Sujit Balabantaray are challenging traditional party nominees by employing unique campaign strategies. More

Odisha man 'posing as doctor for 15 years' exposed; police complaint lodged 

In Odisha, a man named Bhaskar Chandra Sahoo has been exposed for posing as a doctor for 15 years in the Soro area of Balasore. After being discovered using a forged registration number, a police complaint was lodged against him. More

Puri Rath Yatra 2024: Stage set for chariot construction work on Akshaya Tritiya 

For chariot construction, which set to begin on Akshaya Tritiya, May 10, while 14 logs of Phasi Tree were recently received at Puri in the fourth phase, in the earlier three phases, as many as 166 logs were received.  More

Nor’wester rains lash Bhubaneswar; broken-off tree branches disrupt traffic 

Under the impact of the storm, branches of trees, even huge ones, broke off at different places in the capital city.   More