Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Friday, 15 August 2025

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Self-styled Baba detained over rape allegation in Dhenkanal; probe on

A self-styled Baba in Kamakhyanagar, Dhenkanal, has been detained over rape allegations by a woman working at his ashram's eatery, sparking local outrage. The victim woman, who worked as a cook/helper in the ashram’s eatery (Bhojanalaya), filed a formal complaint alleging that the Baba sexually assaulted her one night while she was sleeping inside the ashram premises. More
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Man arrested from TN for circulating obscene videos of Odisha woman

Odisha Police arrested Minajun Islam for posting obscene content of a woman on social media, following her complaint at Komana police station. More
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Odisha Police IIC Rajesh Baliarsingh suspended for ‘shielding ganja mafia’

Odisha DGP suspends Inspector Rajesh Baliarsingh for alleged misconduct and protecting ganja mafias during his tenure in Koraput. Baliarsingh was accused of showing undue leniency to ganja mafias, raising concerns about his integrity and professional conduct. For the past two days, a Koraput police team had been camping in Bhubaneswar to question him regarding these allegations. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Odisha masterpiece finds home in Antilia: Anant Ambani installs 8-foot pink stone Ganesh idol by Odia sculptor

Mukesh Ambani's Antilia now houses an eight-foot Lord Ganesh idol by Odisha sculptor Ashok Sahu, discovered by Anant Ambani during a visit to Puri. The pink serpentine stone sculpture, taking three years to craft, highlights Odisha's unique artistry. More
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Massive fire erupts in Odisha village; petrol barrel explosion suspected cause

A massive fire in Sundarpur village, Ganjam, caused by a petrol barrel explosion, destroyed Krushna Chandra Sahu's house. The family escaped with minor injuries as fire brigades controlled the blaze. The entire house caught fire within a few minutes and was completely gutted. Eyewitnesses described the flames as uncontrollable, with no one daring to approach due to the intense heat and smoke. More
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Student stabbed after dispute between rival school groups turns violent in Odisha

A student was critically injured in a stabbing incident near Lal Bahadur Shastri Stadium in Bhawanipatna, Kalahandi, following a dispute between rival school groups. The victim is undergoing treatment at DHH. The fatal attack stemmed from an altercation between the students of a private residential school and Manikeswari High School, both in Bhawanipatna town of the district. More
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Janmastami rituals: Darshan to remain closed 5 hours at Puri Jagannath Temple tonight

Darshan at Puri's Jagannath Temple will be suspended for five hours tonight for Janmastami rituals, including the sacred Krishna Janma Niti. The 12th-century shrine prepares with traditional offerings and ceremonies. To facilitate the performance of these Nitis, public Darshan at the temple will be restricted after the Sandhyadhupa rituals are over. More
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Odisha woman’s body recovered from hilltop, family alleges murder

The body of Mamuni Pradhan was discovered on Sapana hill near JF Jamudhia under Kaptipada police station in Mayurbhanj. Her family alleges murder, with the police investigating. More
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Former India great backs Virat Kohli and Rohit Sharma amid ODI retirement rumours

According to Raina, the value of Rohit and Kohli’s experience cannot be overstated. He pointed out that seasoned campaigners like them are essential for helping emerging talents, such as Shubman Gill, grow and perform under pressure. More
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Tusker creates panic in Dhenkanal village, blocks road for 2 hours

A lone tusker disrupted traffic on Sadangindash-Chadeidhar road in Dhenkanal for two hours, highlighting recurring man-elephant conflicts in the region during crop season. More
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Youth sets himself on fire in Khordha, battling for life

A youth from Niali Cuttack set himself on fire at Balipatna Square in Khordha district on India's 79th Independence Day, sustaining over 80% burns. This incident adds to a worrying trend of self-immolation cases in Odisha. More
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Class 8 student drowns, another missing in Bhubaneswar

A Class 8 student drowned and another went missing while bathing in the Daya River during Independence Day celebrations in Bhubaneswar, under Dhauli police station limits. More
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Service beyond duty: Odisha Police personnel receive service medals

On the 79th Independence Day, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi awarded President’s Medals to Odisha Police, fire, prison, and civil defence personnel for exemplary service, including Vigilance SP Saroj Kumar Samal and Constable Satyabadi Mallik. Monetary incentives were also distributed to encourage continued excellence. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Two VSSUT professors suspended in one day on charges of misconduct

VSSUT Burla suspends Professors Debabrata Dhupal and Mahendra Jena over misconduct allegations involving female colleagues, following failed defence presentations. More
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Street performers in Bhubaneswar spread message against suicide on eve of 79th Independence Day

Two men in Bhubaneswar's Master Canteen area used street plays and emotional performances to spread a message against suicide, emphasizing hope and the value of life on the eve of 79th Independence Day. More
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Odisha tightens grip on Kotia, counters Andhra’s influence with development push

Odisha Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announced enhanced development in Kotia to counter Andhra Pradesh's influence, highlighting infrastructure and welfare initiatives during Independence Day celebrations in Sambalpur. More
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Odisha govt to establish 21 New Urban Councils (NACs), unveils massive infrastructure push

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced the formation of 21 new NACs and major infrastructure projects, including roads and ports, to boost urban development and industrial growth during the 79th Independence Day celebrations in Bhubaneswar. More
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Odisha to become India’s next pharma hub, major conclave soon: CM Majhi

Odisha aims to become India's pharmaceutical hub with a major conclave announced by CM Mohan Charan Majhi, targeting global investments and creating 2.5 lakh jobs, alongside healthcare advancements. More
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Puri Srimandir Managing Committee by next week; Ratna Bhandar inventory process to follow, says Odisha Law Minister

Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan announced the formation of the Srimandir Managing Committee within a week to oversee the Ratna Bhandar's inventory with RBI officials. More
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Tight security in Kandhamal on Swami Lakshmanananda’s death anniversary coinciding with I-Day and Janmashtami

Kandhamal district in Odisha is under tight security for Swami Lakshmanananda's death anniversary, Independence Day, and Janmashtami, with significant police deployment to ensure peace. More
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Odisha CM Majhi announces 5kg free rice for 11 districts for 3 months

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced 5kg free rice monthly for three months to 27 lakh families in 11 districts under Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, costing Rs 180 crore. The move follows e-KYC mandates for ration cards and includes measures to improve connectivity and healthcare coverage. More
  • Mohammed Imteshal Karim
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Odisha CM’s Independence Day address hails ‘Operation Sindoor’, pitches jobs and welfare push

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi's Independence Day speech highlighted 'Operation Sindoor', job creation, and welfare initiatives for women, farmers, the poor, and youth, alongside a call to support 'Vocal for Local' and 'Make in India'. More
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Cuttack Maa Chandi temple redevelopment project delayed again; new deadline March 2026

The Cuttack Maa Chandi temple redevelopment project faces another delay, with the new completion deadline set for March 2026. The OBCCL informed the Orissa High Court of progress and ongoing oversight by a technical committee to preserve the temple's heritage. More
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79th Independence Day: Puri beach sand art honours ‘Operation Sindoor’ heroes

Padma Shri Sudarsan Pattnaik honors Indian Armed Forces with a Puri beach sand art depicting Operation Sindoor for 79th Independence Day, using six tonnes of sand. More
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Odisha matric supplementary, state open school results on August 16

BSE, Odisha, to declare HSC Supplementary and SOSC Examination results on August 16 at 12:30 pm, benefiting 3,232 and 10,809 candidates respectively. More
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Regularised without OTET: Odisha probes teacher appointments in violation of policy

Odisha's School & Mass Education Department probes irregular regularisation of junior teachers without OTET certificates, following complaints and a 2012 policy mandate. Allegedly, though the concerned teachers have obtained OTET certification later, the policy mandates clearing it before regularisation. This rule, however, was not uniformly enforced across all districts of the State. More
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Amulya Padhan appointed Odisha Board of Secondary Education vice-president

Amulya Kumar Padhan was appointed Vice-President of BSE-Odisha, Cuttack, amidst a series of education department transfers and the backdrop of the OTET question paper leak case involving former VP Nihar Mohanty. The School and Mass Education (S&ME) Department also effected a few more transfers and postings in the Board vide an official notification. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Police service medals announced, 22 from Odisha honoured

1,090 personnel nationwide, including 22 from Odisha, to receive Police Service Medals. Awards include President’s Police Medal for Distinguished Service, Gallantry, and Meritorious Service. More
  • Rajendra Prasad Mohapatra
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Konark Sun Temple faces a major security lapse as CCTV cameras remain defunct for years

The Konark Sun Temple, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Odisha, faces severe security lapses with non-functional CCTV cameras and inadequate surveillance, raising concerns over its preservation. More
  • Cassian Baliarsingh
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India’s largest aircraft maintenance hub in Bhubaneswar to boost economy, employment

Bhubaneswar Airport to host India's largest MRO centre, boosting Odisha's economy and employment. Air Works India Engineering Pvt. Ltd. appointed for the project, expected to attract domestic and international flights. More
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