Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Tuesday, 15 July 2025

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  • Suranjan Mishra
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Private nursing home in Odisha ‘operates elderly patients to extract health card claims’

A private nursing home in Bhadrak, Odisha, allegedly misled elderly villagers into unnecessary eye surgeries to fraudulently claim Ayushman Bharat health card benefits. Nine elderly persons, most of whom had no major eye issues, were first taken to Oupada and then shifted to the private nursing home in Bhadrak town, where they were forcibly subjected to eye surgeries. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
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Odisha man narrowly escapes attack by 2 bears

Uddhaba Santa narrowly escaped a bear attack in Nabarangpur's Jharigaon block, saved by cattle herders while bathing in a creek. As per local accounts, the bears suddenly emerged from the adjacent forest and launched a surprise attack on Uddhaba. His cries for help caught the attention of local cattle grazers, who rushed to the scene and managed to drive the bears away by shouting and throwing different objects. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
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Odisha’s ‘108-Ambulance' crisis continues as patients suffer

Odisha's '108-Ambulance' service faces severe criticism due to dilapidated conditions, including leaky roofs, broken doors, and missing oxygen cylinders, causing immense patient suffering across regions like Gunupur, Baliguda, Rourkela, and Rajgangpur. Despite mounting complaints, the responsible contract agency has acted ‘slowly’—though new ambulances are promised soon. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
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Lady journalist warns of self-immolation over ‘police inaction’ in Odisha

Journalist Rajashree Panigrahi from Baliapal, Odisha, faces death threats after reporting a local dispute, with no police action despite her complaint. She warns of self-immolation over alleged police inaction. Following the news coverage, the sarpanch’s husband allegedly used abusive language and threatened to kill the journalist in broad daylight. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
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Odisha college student death: Major decision likely tonight with all eyes on CM

Odisha government to announce a major decision tonight on the self-immolation of Fakir Mohan Autonomous College student Soumyashree Bisi, with CM Mohan Charan Majhi likely to take action post his return from Cuttack. The incident triggered a high-level review meeting today, attended by the two Deputy CMs and the Revenue Minister. The government is determined to ensure justice for the deceased and her family. More
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FM College student’s death: UGC forms fact-finding committee, seeks report in 7 days

UGC forms a four-member committee to investigate the suicide of Soumyashree, a student at Fakir Mohan Autonomous College, Balasore, and suggest preventive measures. More
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Heavy rain to lash these Odisha districts during next 24 hours

IMD forecasts heavy rain, thunderstorms in several Odisha districts including Keonjhar, Sundargarh, and Sambalpur over the next 24 hours, with warnings for gusty winds. Light to moderate rain or thundershower is very likely to occur at many places over the districts of Odisha. The IMD regional centre has issued Orange alert for next 24 hours and Yellow alerts for next seven days (till July 22). More
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Odisha intensifies push to eradicate Naxalism by March 2026

Odisha Police, under ADG Sanjeep Panda, intensifies anti-Naxal operations with a toll-free number for public intelligence, aiming for a Naxal-free Odisha by March 2026. To strengthen public participation, a toll-free number will be introduced where citizens can report the Naxal movement confidentially. Informants will be rewarded, and their identities will be kept strictly secret. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Indian Open Athletics Meet: Odisha athletes steal show

Among the seven participants, former National record holder Amiya Kumar Mallick, Laxmipriya Kisan and Manisha Merel won first positions. More
  • Srijata Mishra
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OMFED employees at Cuttack plant boycott work over 3-point charter of demands

OMFED employees at the Cuttack plant have initiated a work boycott, demanding permanent employment, equal pay, and skilled labour inclusion, led by the Utkal OMFED Workers Union. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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No e-KYC, no rice: Odisha govt suspends ration for 20.58 lakh beneficiaries

Odisha suspends rice distribution to 20.58 lakh beneficiaries lacking e-KYC for ration cards, with a three-month window for compliance before permanent cancellation, as stated by Minister Krushnachandra Patra. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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Classes in Balasore’s FM College suspended for the day after Soumyashree’s demise

Fakir Mohan Autonomous College in Balasore mourns Soumyashree's death from self-immolation, suspending classes and disrupting admissions. Student groups demand justice. More
  • Srijata Mishra
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Odisha Minister accuses Opposition of politicising Balasore FM College student's death

Odisha Minister Krushnachandra Patra accuses BJD and Congress of politicising the death of Soumyashree, a Fakir Mohan Autonomous College student, highlighting the government's swift action. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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Odisha school teacher arrested for alleged misconduct with two girl students in Jharsuguda

Trilokanath Mohapatra, a government school teacher in Jharsuguda, was arrested for alleged misconduct with two girl students, following complaints by their families at Laikera Police Station. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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FM College student’s death: Don’t politicise my daughter’s demise, appeals Soumyashree’s father

Balaram Bishi, father of deceased Fakir Mohan College student Soumyashree, appeals against politicising her death, acknowledges government support, and vows to fight for justice. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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FM College student’s death: Political tensions escalate ahead of Odisha bandh, BJD demands CM’s resignation

The death of Soumyashree Bisi, a student at Balasore Fakir Mohan Autonomous College, has sparked political unrest in Odisha, with the BJD demanding resignations from CM Mohan Majhi and others, accusing them of failing to prevent the tragedy. More
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Rourkela Steel Plant’s new plate mill sets production records, boosts quality with new testing lab

SAIL's Rourkela Steel Plant's New Plate Mill achieves record production and enhances quality with a new Product Testing Laboratory, setting benchmarks in steel manufacturing. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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Ravenshaw Convocation: President Droupadi Murmu urges students to be job creators, not just seekers

President Droupadi Murmu at Ravenshaw University's 13th convocation urged graduates to innovate and create jobs, highlighting entrepreneurship and inclusive growth as key to India's progress. More
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Parents fear for their daughters after back-to-back student deaths at KIIT University and FM College in Odisha

Three female students' deaths in six months at KIIT University and FM College, Odisha, have sparked campus safety fears. Soumyashree's self-immolation over alleged harassment and two suicides at KIIT highlight systemic failures. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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FM College student’s death: Odisha CM announces Rs 20 lakh ex gratia

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced Rs 20 lakh ex gratia for the family of a B.Ed student who died by suicide after alleging sexual harassment. The incident has sparked outrage, with arrests made and promises of strict legal action. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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FM College student’s death: Congress calls ‘Odisha Bandh’ on July 17; demands total shutdown

Opposition parties in Odisha, led by Congress, call for a statewide bandh on July 17 protesting the death of Soumyashree Bisi, a student who died after self-immolating due to alleged sexual harassment. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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FM College student’s death: Balasore MP blames Principal for ‘serious lapse’

Balasore MP Pratap Chandra Sarangi criticizes Fakir Mohan College's administration over Soumyashree's suicide, highlighting ICC and Principal's failure, with swift government action against the accused. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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Orissa HC slams Cuttack administration, expresses concerns over poor state of roads and drains

The Orissa High Court criticized the Cuttack administration for mismanagement in the Rs 335.42 crore BSWC drain project and poor road conditions, demanding accountability and improved oversight. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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FM College student Soumyashree’s mortal remains consigned to flames in Odisha’s Balasore

The mortal remains of Soumyashree, a 20-year-old student from Fakir Mohan College who died after self-immolation alleging sexual harassment, were cremated in her village Palasia, Balasore. Her act was a protest against the college's inaction on her complaints. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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Balasore FM College tragedy: Timeline of harassment allegations, neglect and the death of a student

A 20-year-old student at Fakir Mohan Autonomous College in Balasore died after setting herself ablaze, alleging sexual harassment by a faculty member. The incident has led to arrests and widespread outrage. More
  • Vikash Sharma
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Draft norms out for multiple entry and exit in academic programmes: UGC

The UGC has introduced draft guidelines for 'Multiple Entry and Multiple Exit' in academic programmes, aligning with NEP 2020, to offer students flexibility in higher education with certifications at various stages. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
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Pall of gloom descends Odisha as FM college student Soumyashree dies after self-immolation

Soumyashree, a 20-year-old B.Ed student from Fakir Mohan Autonomous College, Balasore, died after self-immolating over alleged sexual harassment by a faculty member, sparking outrage and demands for justice. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Odisha girl self-immolation case: FM College student dies in Bhubaneswar AIIMS; how things unfolded

A girl student from Fakir Mohan Autonomous College in Balasore, who set herself ablaze alleging harassment by a faculty member, succumbed to her injuries at AIIMS Bhubaneswar. The Odisha government has initiated a high-level probe and taken disciplinary actions against the accused. More
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'Ama Bus' Claims Another Life In Cuttack: Youth Killed In Tragic Accident

A youth was killed after being hit by an 'Ama Bus' near Barang Block Chhak in Cuttack, marking another fatal incident involving the bus service. The victim was on a motorcycle when the speeding bus rammed into him. Police have detained the driver and are investigating. More
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Governor seeks report from Odisha govt on FM College girl student attempting self immolation

Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati sought a report on a 20-year-old student's self-immolation at Fakir Mohan Autonomous College, Balasore, following alleged sexual harassment. The governor discussed the incident with Higher Education Minister Suryabanshi Suraj and AIIMS Bhubaneswar Director. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
  • 2 months ago
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My daughter was set on fire: Mother of FM College victim demands capital punishment for Principal & HoD

Mother of the FM Autonomous College student, who attempted self-immolation, accuses Principal and HOD of mental torture and setting her daughter on fire, demanding capital punishment for the accused. More
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Rs 120 cr- Specialised Steel Product Manufacturing Plant To Come Up In Odisha

Vibhor Steel Tubes Ltd commissions a Rs 120 crore specialized steel product manufacturing plant in Sundargarh, Odisha, enhancing its production capacity to 3.77 LTPA and supporting infrastructure projects. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Doctorhood is not a profession, it's a vow: President Droupadi Murmu at AIIMS Bhubaneswar

President Droupadi Murmu at AIIMS Bhubaneswar's convocation called doctorhood a sacred vow, praised female students' achievements, and highlighted the institute's global healthcare contributions. More
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