Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Thursday, 27 June 2024

The servitors of Puri Rath Yatra have called for a museum to conserve the wooden idols of 'Sakhi' and side deities. More

BJD leader Pratap Deb called Pujari's statements unfortunate, emphasizing the need for a permanent resolution as there is BJP governments in Odisha, Chhattisgarh, and the center. More

Puri King Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deba assures that the ornaments in Srimandir Ratna Bhandar are intact. He emphasizes the need for a detailed inventory with photographs. More

Concerns have emerged about OAS officers occupying key roles at Lok Seva Bhawan for years, allegedly due to political affiliations rather than merit. The new government is speculated to initiate a major reshuffle, questioning the previous administration's policies. More

Plans are underway to introduce an online slot booking system for darshan at Puri Srimandir. This initiative aims to alleviate long wait times for devotees by allowing them to register in advance. Currently, the proposal is in its early stages. More

Jaga, a conjoined twin survivor from Kandhamal, has shown remarkable progress after his separation surgery at AIIMS-New Delhi in 2017. Now fit and healthy at 10, preparations are underway to start his schooling. The district administration is working on providing a supportive educational environment. More

Sara was brought to Nandankanan Zoo from Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve in Madhya Pradesh as a five-month-old cub as part of an animal exchange programme in 2006. More

The Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar may soon be privatised. Reports indicate that 11 airports across India, including Bhubaneswar, Indore, Raipur, and Trichy, are likely to be privately managed. The Adani Group is leading the race for BPIA. This move aims to develop infrastructure and improve management. More

The demand for Odisha Pradesh Congress Committee president Sarat Pattanayak is growing with some senior party leaders giving voice to it. More

At least 13 elderly individuals lost vision in one eye after cataract surgeries at a private nursing home in Angul. Following severe eye infections, they were treated at VIMSAR, Burla. The district administration has sealed the facility and ordered an investigation. More

The matter came to the fore when Mukhi applied for a loan from a private company. Subsequently, Raghunathpali police detained him. Mukhi is being interrogated as part of the investigation. More

On Anasara Panchami, Lord Jagannath and his siblings receive Phuluri oil treatment, a traditional herbal remedy during their stay at Srimandir, Puri. This ritual aids their recovery from illness induced by the Snana Yatra's ceremonial baths. More

Five individuals died from lightning strikes in Odisha's Bargarh and Balangir districts, with three fatalities under a tree and two in a paddy field. The Chief Minister announced an ex-gratia of Rs 4 lakh for the victims' families and ensured free treatment for the injured. More

Odisha government will have to incur a huge loss by banning liquor in the State. Hence, questions are being raised over the practicability behind the liquor ban in Odisha. More

The Odisha government has directed the resumption of public grievance hearings across all departments starting July 1, 2024. All grievances must be registered on the Jana Sunani portal. More

The situation has triggered widespread resentment among the residents of the concerned areas. More

Though 1990- batch IAS officer Ahuja will retire after six months, he is considered a strong contender for the coveted post. More

Star defender Amit Rohidas has been selected in the squad as the only Odia player. This will be the second Olympics for Amit. More