Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Thursday, 24 July 2025

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  • Suranjan Mishra
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Odisha govt clears Rs 4,982.66 crore investments, proposals to create 11,933 jobs

The Odisha Government approved 23 investment proposals worth Rs 4,982.66 crore, expected to create 11,933 jobs across 12 districts, underlining its commitment to industrial growth and economic development. These approvals span across strategically important sectors—Apparel & Textiles, Steel & Downstream Industries, Food & Beverages, Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Power & Renewable Energy, IT & ITES, Tourism, and Aerospace & Defence. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
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BSF jawans rescue unattended accident victim in Kandhamal

Two BSF jawans rescued Siddhanta Rana, a motorcycle accident victim in Kandhamal, showcasing bravery and timely intervention. Left lying in a critical condition on the road, injured Siddhanta was spotted by the two BSF personnel, who immediately sprang into action. The soldiers, stationed at the nearby BSF camp in Sadingia, noticed the accident while traveling along the road. More
  • Bibhu Prasad Ray
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha woman arrested for attempting to slit paramour's throat

A 26-year-old woman, Kumari Laxmipriya Acharya, was arrested for attempting to murder her lover, Satyajit Sarangi, by slitting his throat in Kendrapara. The incident stemmed from a love triangle. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Unchecked broker attempts entry into Odisha secretariat using fake ID card, arrested

Sandeep Pradhan arrested for attempting to enter Odisha's Lok Seva Bhawan with a fake ID, highlighting security concerns at the State's administrative headquarters. The arrest comes nearly six months after another fraudster, identified as Byasadev Rana, was caught in a similar scam. These incidents highlight the vulnerability of Lok Seva Bhawan to infiltration by Dalals (brokers) and fraudsters. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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Father and son lock each other out in property dispute in Odisha

A father and son in Berhampur's Gandhi Nagar locked each other out of their home amid a property dispute, leading to police intervention. Prakash Kothia accused his son Deepak of abuse, while Deepak alleged dowry harassment by his father. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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BJD Corporator Amaresh Jena booked after woman alleges ‘rape’

BJD corporator Amaresh Jena faces serious allegations of sexual exploitation and criminal intimidation by a woman, leading to a police case under IPC sections. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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‘Crorepati’ BMC Executive Engineer arrested after Vigilance unearths massive assets

Odisha Vigilance arrested BMC Executive Engineer Jagannath Pattnaik for amassing assets worth crores, including properties and wildlife antlers, disproportionate to his income. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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17 tourists rescued after 16-hour ordeal on Gandhamardan Hills

Seventeen tourists, including three children from Chhattisgarh, were rescued after being stranded for 16 hours on Gandhamardan Hills in Odisha due to bad weather. A 40-member team successfully located and brought them to safety. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Associate professor at MKCG Berhampur faces harassment allegations

PG students at MKCG Medical College, Berhampur, accuse Associate Professor Bharati Das of mental harassment, leading to a planned investigation by the institution. MKCG authorities have intervened, calling both parties for a discussion on the matter. However, the associate professor is yet to comment in this regard. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha government reshuffles key IAS officers, appoints new sub-collectors across districts

The Odisha government has reshuffled key IAS officers and appointed new sub-collectors across districts, including Rajesh Prabhakar Patil as Commissioner-cum-Secretary of the Co-operation Department and new postings for RR-2023 batch IAS officers. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Low Pressure Area in BoB to become ‘well marked’ during next 24 hours: IMD

IMD predicts the Low Pressure Area over north Bay of Bengal to become 'well marked' in 24 hours, issuing Red Warnings for Balasore, Bhadrak, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar with extremely heavy rain expected. The IMD has issued a Red Warning for some districts of the State till July 26. The associated cyclonic circulation extended up to 7.6 km above mean sea level, tilting southwestwards with height. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha Govt launches awareness drive for drug-free college campuses

Odisha's Higher Education Department mandates colleges to conduct drug abuse awareness programmes, promoting the MANAS portal and Anti-Drug E-Pledge to foster safe campuses. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha Police Sub-Inspector recruitment: Govt grants age relaxation

Odisha government grants 3-year age relaxation for SI recruitment, limited to petitioners in High Court, as announced by Advocate General Pitambar Acharya. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha Crime Branch STF busts tiger skin trade, 2 arrested

Odisha Crime Branch's STF arrested Rajesh Nayak and Gangadhar Nayak in Nayagarh for trading tiger skins, highlighting ongoing efforts against wildlife crimes. The suspects were caught red-handed during a surveillance operation. The two men were caught red-handed while negotiating with different parties for a deal. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Minor girl set on fire in Puri: Victim undergoes skin grafting; Crime Branch at Delhi AIIMS

A minor girl from Balanga, Puri, set on fire by bike-borne miscreants, undergoes critical skin grafting at Delhi AIIMS. Skin grafting surgery commenced at around 10.00 AM today, expected to take five to six hours. Yesterday, the operation had been delayed as the victim had a mild fever. Odisha's Crime Branch team reaches AIIMS and investigates the case. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha Congress launches 'Nari Nyay' to counter government's ‘Shakti’ scheme

Odisha Congress launches 'Nari Nyay' to counter the government's Shakti scheme, introducing a 24-hour Women's Grievance Redressal Cell for victims of violence, with OPCC President Bhakta Das and Odisha Mahila Congress President Minakshi Bahinipati leading the initiative. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha contractor abducted just 500 meters away from police station in Kendrapara

Sunil Mohanty, a contractor in Kendrapara, was abducted near the Town police station. Rescued within 12 hours, two suspects detained; business rivalry suspected. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Tractor swept away in Boudh floodwaters, narrow escapes for driver

A tractor was swept away by floodwaters in Boudh's Kurumunda canal, with the driver and a passenger escaping unharmed. Locals criticize poor infrastructure and lack of warnings. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Appointed but left in limbo: OSP, IRB recruits demand urgent joining, threaten mass protest

Over 1,800 recruits for Odisha Special Police and Indian Reserve Battalion await joining despite receiving appointment letters four months ago, leading to threats of mass protest due to government inaction. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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No-confidence motion will boomerang on Opposition: Odisha Minister Suresh Pujari

Odisha Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari counters OPCC chief Bhakta Das's call for a no-confidence motion against the BJP government, asserting it would expose the opposition's failures rather than harm the administration. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Three die of suspected diarrhoea outbreak in Odisha’s Ganjam, health team visits spot

A health team investigates a suspected diarrhoea outbreak in Damapur village, Ganjam, after three deaths and several illnesses, with officials providing relief and initiating preventive measures. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Human skeleton found behind school wall in Cuttack, triggers panic

A human skeleton was found behind Dhalapathar High School in Kalapathar village, Cuttack, Odisha, packed in a paper packet and tied with a plastic string, prompting police investigation and forensic tests. More
  • Srijata Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Villagers stage protest in Odisha's Jatni demanding RI office, better road

Villagers in Kudiari, Jatni, Odisha, blocked the Khordha-Pipili road demanding a permanent RI office and road repairs. Tehsildar Pritiparna Mishra assured resolution within a month. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Pregnant woman carried on cot for a kilometre in Odisha due to lack of road access

Pratima Jani, a pregnant woman in Dasapalla block, Nayagarh, was carried on a cot for 1 km due to no motorable road for ambulance access, highlighting rural healthcare gaps in Odisha. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Rourkela reels under torrential rain; waterlogging disrupts daily life

Intense rainfall in Rourkela caused severe waterlogging, disrupting life and damaging homes, highlighting urban drainage challenges. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Tusker threat returns to Odisha’s Sundargarh: Crops damaged, panic among villagers

A wild elephant resurfaces in Sundargarh's Kuliposh range, damaging crops and causing panic among villagers, highlighting recurring human-elephant conflicts during the farming season. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Odisha couple threatens self-immolation alleging land grab and compensation ‘denial’ by govt

A couple from Keonjhar's Kainipura village threatens self-immolation, alleging denial of compensation for land acquired by the Water Resources Department for a canal project in 2021. More
  • Srijata Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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Elephant wreaks havoc in Odisha's Banki, locals in panic

A stray elephant caused panic in Banki, Odisha, damaging crops and fences after failing to cross the Mahanadi river. Forest officials intervened to drive it away from settlements. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Ama Bus collides head-on with tourist vehicle in Puri; several injured, traffic disrupted

An Ama Bus collided head-on with a tourist car in Puri, injuring several West Bengal tourists and disrupting traffic. The incident highlights recurring accidents involving Ama Buses in Odisha. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Mahima Gosain Express derails near Sambalpur Raiwlay Station

A major accident was narrowly avoided when the Mahima Gosain Express derailed near Sambalpur station on Thursday morning, with no injuries reported. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Heavy rains wash away bridge in Odisha’s Sunabeda Wildlife Zone; IMD forecast sparks concerns

Torrential rains in Nuapada district's Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary washed away the Tetalkhuti culvert, severing vital rural links. IMD forecasts more heavy rainfall across Odisha, with red alerts for Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Rourkela road rage: Drunk truck driver crashes into multiple vehicles, detained

A speeding truck caused a multi-vehicle crash near Beldihi Chhak and Vedvyas Temple in Rourkela, injuring a motorcycle rider. The drunk driver was detained by police. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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First edition of ODISHA TEX 2025 in Bhubaneswar on July 25; massive investment expected

Odisha to host its first ODISHA TEX 2025 textile summit on July 25 in Bhubaneswar, aiming to attract massive investments with six industrial parks and MoU signings, supported by CM Mohan Charan Majhi. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
  • 2 months ago
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Hirakud Dam makeover: Odisha plans floating hotels, adventure tourism for sustainable development push

Odisha plans to transform Hirakud Dam into a sustainable tourism hub with floating hotels and adventure sports, balancing ecological conservation with modern visitor experiences under the SASCI scheme. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Cyclonic circulation over Bay of Bengal to trigger heavy rainfall in Odisha

A cyclonic circulation over the northern Bay of Bengal may form a low-pressure area, triggering widespread rainfall in Odisha. IMD has issued Orange and Yellow Warnings for several districts, with Red Warnings for Mayurbhanj and Keonjhar. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Know all about Chitalagi Amavasya rituals to be observed at Puri Srimandir today

The 'Chitalagi' ritual at Puri Srimandir on Chitalagi Amavasya involves adorning deities with sacred forehead ornaments, a centuries-old tradition performed secretly by servitors. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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Odisha nursing student harassment and photo leak case: Two including victim’s ex-boyfriend arrested

Odisha police arrested two, including the victim's ex-boyfriend Uddhaba Gadanayak and Satyajit Sarkar, for leaking intimate photos of a nursing student, leading to her suicide attempt. The victim remains in critical condition. More
  • Rashmi Ranjan
  • 2 months ago
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Group of 17 tourists stranded on Odisha’s Gandhamardan Hills amid torrential rain

17 tourists stranded on Gandhamardan hills near Harishankar after losing their way during a trek to Nrusinghanath temple. Rescue efforts hampered by rain and darkness. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
  • 2 months ago
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If BJD brings ‘no-confidence’ motion against BJP govt, we will support: Odisha Congress Chief

Odisha Congress President Bhakta Das challenges BJD to support a no-confidence motion against the BJP-led government, emphasising women's justice. During a press conference, Das urged the BJD to support the move if it is truly serious about women’s rights and justice. BJD awaits official notification, while BJP dismisses Congress's relevance. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
  • 2 months ago
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Nine killed in lightning strikes in Odisha; several injured

Nine people died and several were injured in lightning strikes across Odisha's Angul, Dhenkanal, Puri, Keonjhar, Cuttack, Ganjam, and Nayagarh districts during a thunderstorm. More
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  • 2 months ago
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Odisha: 65-year-old man dies by self-immolation

A 65-year-old priest, Pitabash Acharya, allegedly died by self-immolation in Ganjam's Badiaostha village, suspected due to depression and multiple illnesses. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
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Puri victim critical, on oxygen support at Delhi AIIMS

A 16-year-old girl from Balanga, critically injured with 75% burns, remains on oxygen support at AIIMS Delhi post-surgery, with her recovery uncertain. More
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Fake job scam busted in Bolangir; several duped in name of co-operative society

A fake co-operative society in Bolangir scammed unemployed youths by promising jobs, collecting money, and then shutting down. Victims like Nilam Mishra report paying for non-existent benefits, prompting a police investigation. The victims reported paying between Rs 250 to Rs 300 for opening bank accounts that were said to be required for accessing benefits. More
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