Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Wednesday, 11 June 2025

BSF jawan Suryakant Dash from Kendrapara died under mysterious circumstances in Kolkata, suspected due to Rs 65 lakh gambling debts. Over the past two years, Suryakant had been extensively involved in online gaming, using his earnings and borrowing additional funds to support his gambling activities. More

BJP National Vice-President and Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda reviewed government welfare schemes for rural electrification, focusing on easy access to electricity and addressing power disruptions. The committee also discussed ensuring Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana reaches out to people at the grassroots level. More

The Mohan Majhi government plans the 'Namo Expressway' linking Berhampur to Sambalpur, costing Rs 7,000 crore, amidst political tensions over naming. BJD criticises the removal of 'Biju' from project names. The expressway is to be built in collaboration with NHAI. More

Senior Sevayat Jagannath Dikshit was allegedly murdered during Snana Yatra festivities in Puri town, with CCTV footage aiding the probe. Accused man Narayan Pattajoshi fled post-incident. Local police are investigating past feuds as a potential motive for this violent crime. More

Bengali devotees at Puri's Snana Yatra criticised West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee for equating Digha's temple with Puri's Jagannath Dham, calling it politically motivated and disrespectful to Puri's sacred status. The devotees accused her of undermining Puri’s sacred status for political gains. More

IMD predicts a 2-4°C drop in temperature and issues heavy rainfall alerts for several Odisha districts, with thunderstorms expected in many areas. More

“Only after the completion of the operation, we got orders that we could return home. It was then that I decided to come back. I feel lucky to have darshan of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Devi Subhadra on the auspicious occasion of Snana Purnima,” said Pradhan. More

A severe diarrhoea outbreak in Jajpur district has led to two suspected deaths and over 500 affected, with Dharamsala, Danagadi, and Korei blocks worst-hit. Health teams are investigating the cause, focusing on water sources. More

The Odisha government has lifted restrictions on part plot sales, allowing transactions up to 500 square meters without prior approval, easing financial distress for landowners. More

Odisha faces a horrifying surge in violent crimes linked to extramarital affair suspicions, with five cases including murders, arson, and attacks reported across Ganjam, Gajapati, Jagatsinghpur, and Khordha in two weeks. More

Prime Minister Narendra Modi marked a significant milestone in India's growth journey, celebrating 11 Years of Infrastructure Revolution, a decade-plus of transformative infrastructure development that has propelled the nation forward. More

Netizens criticize Cuttack Municipal Corporation for manual desilting by sanitation workers without protective gear, highlighting potential violations of labour and human rights laws. More

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi visited Puri for Snana Purnima, praised arrangements for devotees and participated in rituals at Srimandir, anticipating a smooth Rath Yatra. More

Biju Patnaik International Airport launches direct flights to Abu Dhabi with IndiGo, starting June 12. Fares begin at Rs 12,685 one-way, operating thrice weekly. More

The Union Housing and Urban Affairs Ministry has issued an advisory for repurposing Smart Cities' Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) post-Mission completion, outlining five domains for future engagement to ensure their continued contribution to urban development. More

Odisha's Ganjam district sees Rs 28,084 crore investment in 12 projects at Tata Steel SEZ, focusing on green hydrogen, solar energy, and more, set to create over 15,000 jobs. More

The sacred Snana Purnima rituals at Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri are underway, drawing global devotees. The event, a prelude to Ratha Yatra, includes Hati Besha darshan before deities enter Anasara. Tight security and crowd management are in place. More

Odisha govt's new amendment allows part sale of plots up to 500 sqm without approval, easing land transactions for owners and developers. However, the sold plots cannot be used for real estate purposes. This relaxation also applies to land with multiple co-owners, where plots of 500 square meters can be sold. More

One person died and 300 fell ill due to a diarrhoea outbreak in Odisha's Jajpur district, linked to contaminated water and food at a mass feast. More

Odisha's 108 ambulance service faces collapse due to mechanical failures and poor maintenance, endangering lives amid scorching heat, with widespread reports of non-functional ACs and essential equipment. More

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi suspended IAS officer Dhiman Chakma after his arrest for allegedly accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe from a stone crusher owner in Kalahandi, with Rs 47 lakh seized from his quarters. The incident has sparked further scrutiny of corruption within the State’s bureaucracy. More

BJD faces internal strife as young leaders protest against MP Manas Mangaraj during 'Jan Jagaran Abhiyan', highlighting election mismanagement and ticket distribution issues from the 2024 General Elections. At the start of the event, young BJD leaders shouted slogans against Manas Mangaraj, thereby expressing their resentment. More