Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Saturday, 09 August 2025

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‘Mahindra Thar’ horror in Bhubaneswar; 8-year-old girl killed, mother & brother critical on Raksha Bandhan

An eight-year-old girl was killed and her mother and brother critically injured after being hit by a speeding Mahindra Thar in Bhubaneswar on Raksha Bandhan. The incident occurred near Patrapada V2 as they returned from their uncle's house. More
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Cardboard to treat fracture! Odisha hospital under scanner

A viral video shows Bargarh DHH in Odisha using cardboard for fracture treatment due to lack of orthopaedic doctors, sparking outrage and an official inquiry. More
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Cow slaughter continues unabated, Orissa HC orders appointment of a competent authority to enforce ban

The Orissa High Court orders the state government to appoint a competent authority within three weeks to enforce the 1960 cow slaughter ban, amid ongoing cattle smuggling and rescue operations. More
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Kandhamal’s conjoined twin survivor Jaga celebrates Raksha Bandhan with sister Subhadra

Conjoined twin survivor Jaga celebrated Raksha Bandhan with his sister Subhadra at DHH Phulbani, where he's undergoing treatment. The family awaits another surgery for Jaga, who was separated from his late brother Kalia in a 2017 AIIMS Delhi operation. More
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Indian Air Force jawan Swarajya Sahu laid to rest in Konark

Indian Air Force jawan Swarajya Sahu, who died from injuries in a cylinder explosion, was laid to rest in Konark with full military honours. More
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To finalise Boards, Corporations after Aug 15–20: Odisha BJP Chief Manmohan Samal

Odisha BJP President Manmohan Samal indicated that the formation of boards, corporations, and committees in Odisha will likely occur after August 15 or 20, following discussions with party leaders. More
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Another Vande Bharat Express train in Odisha soon!

MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati demands a Vande Bharat Express between Jeypore and Bhubaneswar, with CM Mohan Charan Majhi promising its launch soon. Odisha's rail network thrives with six Vande Bharat services enhancing connectivity. More
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Odisha CM Mohan Majhi slams Opposition for ‘Feudal Mindset’

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi criticizes the Opposition for a 'feudal mindset', alleging they can't accept a tribal from a poor family as CM, while emphasizing his commitment to democratic governance. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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Raksha Bandhan: President Murmu upholds tradition, sends rakhi from Rashtrapati Bhavan to younger brother in Odisha

President Droupadi Murmu celebrated Raksha Bandhan by sending a rakhi from Rashtrapati Bhavan to her brother Tarani Sen Tudu in Mayurbhanj, upholding their family tradition and sharing blessings. More
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Fishermen net giant 2-ton stingray off Odisha’s Jaleswar coast, huge crowd gathers on shore

Fishermen off Jaleswar coast caught a 2-ton giant stingray, drawing crowds to Digha auction centre for its high medicinal and export value. More
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Bolangir shocker: Minor boy kills younger brother, sorcery angle suspected

A 17-year-old boy allegedly murdered his 12-year-old brother in Hatapada village, Bolangir, confessing to burying the body after being suspected by their mother. Police are investigating possible motives including sorcery. More
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Bargarh hospital in dock over ‘cardboard splint’ treatment for accident victims

Allegations surface at Bargarh District Headquarters Hospital over using cardboard splints instead of Plaster of Paris for accident victims, raising concerns over treatment standards and medical staff intentions. More
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BJP National VP Baijayant Panda visits Baladevjew shrine on Lord Balabhadra Jayanti and Rakhi Purnima

BJP National Vice President and Kendrapara MP Baijayant Panda on Saturday visited Baladevjew shrine in the district to seek divine blessings on the occasion of Lord Balabhadra Jayanti and Rakhi Purnima.  More
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Odisha college girl students tie rakhis to BSF jawans to mark Raksha Bandhan 2025

Female students of Sanjay Smruti Government College in Phulbani celebrated Raksha Bandhan by tying rakhis to BSF jawans from the 116th Battalion, deployed in Kandhamal for anti-Naxal operations, fostering a bond of gratitude and familial connection. More
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Man 'killed' by friend in Ganjam after dispute over unpaid dues

Tension in Goudasahi, Ganjam, after Shankar Majhi was allegedly killed by friend Gaur Behera over unpaid money. Police found Majhi critically injured in a locked house; declared dead at MKCG Medical College. More
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Odisha govt directs colleges, universities to set up ‘Shaktishree’ empowerment cells by August 25

The Odisha government mandates the establishment of 'Shaktishree' empowerment cells in colleges and universities by August 25, aiming to enhance women's safety on campuses through self-defence training and student representatives. More
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Nurse found dead under mysterious circumstances in Bhubaneswar hospital bathroom

Nurse Sonali Rout was found dead under suspicious circumstances in a Bhubaneswar hospital bathroom, with police investigating possible foul play. More
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Man, nephew killed in road accident in Odisha's Nuapada

Padman Majhi and his nephew Prem Majhi, a BSF jawan, were killed in a road accident at Krishna square, Nuapada. The incident occurred when an unidentified vehicle hit their motorcycle on the National Highway. More
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Two minor kanwariya sisters drown in Subarnarekha river in Odisha’s Balasore

Two minor sisters drowned in Subarnarekha River during Kanwar Yatra in Balasore, Odisha, highlighting monsoon dangers. More
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Subhadra Yojana: Third installment to be released today on Raksha Bandhan

On Raksha Bandhan, Odisha's Subhadra Yojana beneficiaries to receive their third installment, with CM Mohan Majhi distributing funds in Jeypore. Over 1 crore beneficiaries will get Rs 5,000 each, while Kotia sees separate disbursements. More
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Kendrapara Plus 3 student’s death case: Detained boyfriend’s family accuses victim’s father of murder

The Kendrapara Plus-3 student's charred death case sees new allegations as the boyfriend's family accuses the victim's father of murder, amidst police intensifying investigations and questioning. More
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Odisha Celebrates Raksha Bandhan with Devotion; Srimandir Hosts Special Rituals for Lord Jagannath and Balabhadra

Raksha Bandhan, celebrated with devotion in Odisha, sees sisters tying Rakhis to brothers, who pledge protection. Special rituals at Srimandir, Puri, and cow worship mark the day coinciding with Gahma Purnima. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Over 1.5 lakh Plus-2 seats vacant in Odisha! What explains the shift

Over 1.5 lakh Plus Two seats remain vacant in Odisha as students increasingly prefer vocational and skill-based courses for better job prospects, highlighting a shift towards employment-oriented education. More
  • Suranjan Mishra
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Custodial torture case: ‘CCTV footage’ reveals accused faked poisoning attempt

Jajpur SP Yashpratap Shrimal released CCTV footage debunking custodial torture claims, showing accused Rabindra Mallik faking a poisoning attempt at Balichandrapur Police Station. The SP clarified that this entire act was caught on CCTV and disproves the claims of custodial torture. The injured father-daughter duo had personally met the SP to narrate the incident. More
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Odisha govt paid over Rs 170 Crore in 2 years for empty flight seats!

Odisha government has spent over Rs 170 crore in two years compensating airlines for empty seats under the viability gap funding scheme, as part of its international flights initiative aimed at boosting tourism and investment. In a major tourism push, the State government had introduced direct international flights from Bhubaneswar to some of the key destinations—Dubai, Bangkok, and Singapore. More
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OTV’s second Health & Wellness Conclave brings experts to discuss holistic approach to disease-free life

OTV's second Health & Wellness Conclave in Odisha gathered experts to discuss holistic health approaches, focusing on nutritious food, exercise, and healthcare for a disease-free life. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Arts of Weaving celebrates National Handloom Day with tradition and a global vision

Arts of Weaving celebrated National Handloom Day by showcasing Odisha's weaving heritage with AI, promoting Eri silk, and felicitating handloom enthusiasts. The event highlighted ethical fashion and global outreach. More
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