Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Wednesday, 08 May 2024

The Srimandir in Puri experienced a brief power outage, plunging the temple into darkness and disrupting the Banaklagi ritual. Devotees were left in shock as backup lighting failed to fully operate. More

Actor-turned-politician Anubhav Mohanty faces renewed legal challenges as the JMFC court in Cuttack quashes his discharge petition, related to domestic violence allegations by ex-wife Varsha Priyadarshini. Charges are set to be framed against him. More

Odisha has reported 786 heatstroke cases and confirmed three sunstroke-related deaths this summer, with investigations on additional alleged cases ongoing. Temperatures have recently dropped slightly, while most areas remain below critical heat levels. More

Some highly qualified professionals, technocrats and academically brilliant persons have thrown their hats into the ring for the upcoming Assembly and Lok Sabha elections in Odisha. More

In the first phase elections in Odisha, tribal voters hold significant sway in districts like Nabarangpur, Koraput, and others. Discontent over government apathy towards tribal development and the PESA Act's poor implementation has fueled voter sentiment. Major parties vie for their crucial votes amidst promises and grievances. More

BJP leader Samir Mohanty likened certain BJD leaders to Maharashtra's CM Eknath Shinde, suggesting internal discord within the BJD. This was in response to BJD's VK Pandian, who accused BJP of trying to split their party amidst intense election campaigning in Odisha. More

Chhattisgarh CM Vishnu Deo Sai lambasted the BJD for treating tribals as a vote bank without fostering their development. He highlighted the non-implementation of central schemes like Ayushman Bharat in Odisha, promising rapid progress under the prospective BJP-led 'double-engine' government. More

The IMD has issued a yellow warning for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds across various districts of Odisha until May 13, 2024. Significant rainfall and a drop in temperatures are expected, providing relief from the intense heat. More

In Odisha, a video featuring former block chairperson Manasi Sahoo claiming the MLA Bapi Byomakesh Ray and her husband, Ranjan Sahoo, would be responsible if she dies has gone viral. Recorded from a hospital, the video surfaced amidst election campaign after a photo was shared on social media. More

The recovered gold has been seized and the four passengers have been arrested under the provisions of the Customs Act, 1962. More

In his address, Rajnath Singh said that a lot of development work has taken place in the country under 10 years of PM Narendra Modi’s leadership. Singh assured that things can be rapidly improved in Kalahandi, which is considered as one of the backward places, if the BJP comes to power in Odisha. More

Samaya Madkam alias Naresh, a Divisional Committee Member (DCM) of KKBN Division of the Maoists surrendered in Odisha on Tuesday. More

Two cases of Rubella and one of measles were detected in Nabarangpur, Odisha, with samples taken on April 29 testing positive. Health officials are monitoring the situation closely as pregnant women face significant risks from Rubella. More

Odisha experiences a significant drop in maximum temperatures due to Nor'wester rains, with Koraput recording the highest rainfall at 24 mm. IMD forecasts continued thunderstorms and no rise in temperatures over the next five days. More

A couple from Sonepur district was tragically killed by an unidentified vehicle in Bhubaneswar's Palasuni area after visiting Lord Jagannath in Puri. They were hit while crossing the road, with one victim dragged 500 meters. More

A Plus 2 girl student was allegedly drugged by her friends and later raped by eight accused. A case is registered, and police have detained the suspects. More

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

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 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

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

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