Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Thursday, 17 July 2025

The death of a female student at FM College, Balasore, has ignited allegations of campus politics and harassment, with her family demanding justice amidst claims of a smear campaign. The recent death of the female college student in Balasore has taken a darker turn, with allegations pointing to organised student politics, targeted character defamation, and administrative inaction. More

India bolstered its defence capabilities with successful tests of Prithvi-II and Agni-I missiles in Odisha, followed by Akash Prime's high-altitude trial in Ladakh, showcasing indigenous technological advancements. More

Protesters during the Odisha bandh blocked prison vans in Bhadrak, delaying under-trial prisoners' court hearings. The incident underscored judicial transport vulnerabilities amid statewide protests demanding justice for a deceased FM College student. Prisoners remained inside the vans throughout the disruption, with no immediate reports of any violence or injury. More

In Bhadrak's Ramchandrapur village, Subash Mahakud died from a snakebite. Although doctors had declared him dead, his family turned to a Gunia (sorcerer) for 'Jhada Phunka' (a typical sorcery practice) rituals, highlighting the clash between science and superstition. Despite the medical team’s clear declaration, the family ignored scientific facts in favour of sorcery. More

ITI student Rudra Pratap Sahu from Bhadrak went missing while bathing in the Puri sea with friends. Lifeguard teams are conducting a search amid rough sea conditions. The incident took place in the morning when Rudra, along with his friends, entered the sea for a bath. During this time, he was swept away by the sea water and could not be located. More

Three individuals involved in stealing cows and bulls in Bhubaneswar were caught by cow protection volunteers using luxury vehicles for transport, leading to their arrest by Tamando police. More

The Mahanadi water dispute tribunal hearing is postponed to August 2, with Odisha's Advocate General Pitambar Acharya highlighting efforts for an amicable resolution through discussions between Chhattisgarh and Odisha's Chief Ministers. More

Bhubaneswar leaps to 9th in Swachh Survekshan 2025, up from 34th, showcasing improved civic management and public participation in cleanliness. According to the Government, 14 crore people participated in the survey through face-to-face interactions, Swachhata App, MyGov, and social media platforms in over 4,500 cities. More

Fishermen in Binika, Odisha, netted a rare 100 kg Goonch catfish from the Mahanadi River, drawing crowds due to its size and medicinal value. The fish, believed to have immense therapeutic properties, is sold in the local market at a price of Rs 300 per kilogram. The catch has not only created excitement in the local community but also highlighted the rich biodiversity of Mahanadi. More

Balaram Majhi's mysterious death in Kandhamal, Odisha, sparks outrage as family alleges murder by friends, demanding justice and compensation. More

A Crime Branch team investigated the Balasore FM College victim's death at SCB Medical College, interrogating eyewitness Jyotiprakash Biswal, who is in Burn ICU after trying to save the victim. More

Atul Kumar, a youth from Rudraprayag, transitions from ferrying pilgrims at Kedarnath to securing admission at IIT Madras for MSc in Mathematics, showcasing determination and hard work. More

A girl's hanging body was found in Lokapada village, Kendrapara, with family alleging her boyfriend's harassment led to her suicide. Aul Police are investigating. More

Mahila Police in Sambalpur arrested GM University's Assistant Professor Gopikant Suna for allegedly harassing a female student, as confirmed by Sambalpur SP. More

Following the tragic death of a girl student at Fakir Mohan Autonomous College, Odisha mandates strict women's safety norms in educational institutions, including ICCs and helpline displays. More

A Congress-enforced bandh in Jagatsinghpur turned violent on July 17 as party workers clashed with youths, leading to a scuffle and viral video, with police intervening to restore order. More

The 12-hour Odisha Bandh called by Congress disrupted rail services, affecting over 20 trains and stranding thousands. Key junctions like Bhubaneswar and Puri saw halted services, with pilgrims and daily commuters facing severe inconvenience. More

The two-day Balasore bandh has severely impacted daily wage workers, leaving them without income or food, as public transport and work opportunities remain suspended. More

BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi defends Odisha government's actions in the Balasore self-immolation case during statewide bandh, ensuring justice and medical care for the victim. More

A critically ill patient and his relative faced distress in Balasore due to the Odisha bandh, sparking outrage over the shutdown's impact on medical emergencies. More

The Odisha bandh led by Congress and opposition parties over the Balasore student death case caused widespread disruption, affecting medical emergencies, exams, and daily wage earners. More

The 12-hour Odisha Bandh left ITI entrance exam aspirants in Koraput stranded, with no exam postponement announced, causing distress among students and teachers. More

A 12-hour Odisha Bandh called by Congress and opposition parties over the Balasore college student's death disrupted life in Bhubaneswar-Cuttack, affecting public transport and daily routines with protests and traffic blockades. More

A three-year-old child, Raju Munda, died in Dhenkanal after a delayed 108 ambulance response forced his family to transport him on a motorbike to Kamakhyanagar Hospital, where he was declared dead. More

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi's helicopter, grounded in Kendrapara due to lightning-induced faults, began its road trip to Mumbai for repairs, marking a rare highway transport of an aircraft. More

Odisha witnesses a 12-hour statewide bandh led by Congress and seven other parties, demanding justice for a Balasore college student's death. Enhanced security includes drone surveillance and AI cameras across major cities. More

A dawn-to-dusk 'Odisha bandh' called by Congress over a student's death in Balasore disrupted life, affecting transport and closing institutions. More

Jyotiprakash Biswal, who attempted to save a girl from self-immolation at FM College, is in ICU with severe burns. The Odisha government has promised support. Jyotiprakash had sustained serious burns on his hands, face, and lungs while trying to extinguish the flames. His father, Sanatan Biswal, shared that his son's entire face and both arms were scorched. More

The Odisha Crime Branch has taken over the investigation into the tragic death of a girl student from FM College, Balasore, with DSP Iman Kalyan Nayak leading the probe and Inspector Panchali Rout assisting. The case has attracted state-wide attention, and with the Crime Branch now involved, the focus will be on uncovering the exact cause and circumstances behind the girl student’s untimely demise. More

The Odisha cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, approved the 'Samrudha Sahar' scheme with a Rs 4,879.30 crore outlay to promote planned urbanisation and balanced regional development, aiming for Odisha's development by 2036. More

The Odisha Cabinet approved 13 proposals across 11 departments, including a new police district in Rairangpur, ERSS implementation, reduced hostel fees under Odisha Adarsha Vidyalaya, and the Samruddha Sahar Yojana for urban development. More

Odisha Police probe cyber harassment linked to a female student's death at Fakir Mohan College, Balasore, after her brother files an FIR alleging derogatory social media remarks and political exploitation. More