Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Monday, 08 September 2025

Alarmed by the incident, fellow villagers rushed to his aid and immediately shifted him to the Banki Sub-Divisional Hospital. Despite their efforts to save him, doctors declared him dead. More

Tension gripped Bonai in Odisha’s Sundergarh district after a communal clash on Sunday night, prompting heavy police deployment and precautionary measures. More

A mother and son who went missing for five days in Odisha’s crocodile-infested Bhitarkanika forest were found alive, bringing relief to their village. Anjana and Ratindra Mirdha got lost while catching crabs near the Baunsagada river. A massive forest department search operation led to their rescue near Satabhaya ghat, highlighting both the dangers and resilience of forest-dependent communities. More

In a stark example of rural neglect, an injured mason in Odisha’s Senaghati village had to be carried 4 km on a cot after an ambulance failed to reach his home due to non-motorable roads. The victim, Narayan Dehuri, was later hospitalised in critical condition, sparking anger among locals over repeated administrative inaction on infrastructure development. More

The dispute began during Ganesh Puja celebrations when one group put up a banner near the college entrance with the words ‘KILLER GROUP’ written on it. This triggered protests, and the banner was subsequently removed. More

At this moment of tragedy, his family took a noble decision — to donate his organs. Following their consent, Ullas’s heart, kidneys, liver, and lungs were harvested and given to patients in need, ensuring that his legacy would live on through the lives he saved. More

A dangerous clash between two DJ trucks during a Ganesh immersion procession in Balipada, Odisha, led to chaos and raised safety concerns. Following the viral video of the incident, authorities seized one vehicle and plan further action. The reckless competition between the Bajrang and Rahul DJ troupes has sparked outrage, prompting police investigation and possible legal consequences. More

However, when the police team approached him near the Alamchandi temple, the thief panicked and suddenly jumped into the adjoining pond in a desperate attempt to escape custody. More

According to Dharmasala MLA Himanshu Sahoo, the event will mark a turning point in district politics, as several senior BJD leaders, panchayat representatives, and elected members are expected to switch sides and join the BJP. More

 Two accused, identified as Balia Pradhan and Sujan Pradhan of Tilori Panchayat, were arrested in connection with the case. More

Officials said Hostels No. 1, 2, 3, and 5 were particularly affected, with outsiders including delivery boys, cab drivers, and even matric fail individuals, using the campus hostels as residences. More

Leaders across party lines gathered at the 22nd state-level Sraddhanjali Sabha to pay tribute to the late Congress leader Basant Kumar Biswal. Held under the Basant Biswal Memorial Committee, the event honoured Biswal’s political legacy and public service. Speakers remembered him as a visionary known for major infrastructure contributions, including the Cuttack ring road and Rajiv Bhawan. More

Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Odisha's leading Opposition party, has announced its decision to abstain from the upcoming vice-presidential election. In a key internal meeting, the party resolved not to support any candidate, signalling a neutral stance amid national political shifts. BJD emphasises its focus on Odisha's welfare while maintaining distance from both NDA and INDI alliances. More

A live Jatra performance in Bhubaneswar’s Saheed Nagar descended into chaos on Sunday night after a sudden power cut disrupted the show. More

The Berhampur district administration, on Monday, launched a strict crackdown on the two DJ operators involved in a disturbingly viral incident of a face-off involving their trucks late on Saturday night. More

A key meeting of Odisha BJP MPs took place at the official residence of MP Pratap Sarangi in New Delhi on Monday. The session saw the participation of Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, BJP state president Manmohan Samal, national vice-president Baijayant Panda, Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, and Odisha state in-charge Vijay Pal Singh Tomar. More

Over 20 women devotees were allegedly robbed on Sunday while taking a holy dip at the famous Papakhya Ghat in Binka, Sonepur, Bolangir. More

Though Mishra did not name anyone, speculation is rife that the BJD leader indirectly took a dig at her own party president and former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik. More

A routine vehicle checking turned tragic late last night when an SUV rammed into a police checkpost, leaving a Sub-Inspector critically injured. The incident took place at Dasamail Lebadi Chhak under Sohela police limits in Bargarh district. More

Senior Biju Janata Dal (BJD) leader and sitting Nuapada MLA Rajendra Dholakia passed away on Monday while undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Chennai. He was 69. More

A 108 ambulance broke down while on its way to bring a patient in Dhenkanal district’s Parjang block, at Gengutia on Monday. The incident occurred when the vehicle, after picking up the patient, suddenly failed to restart.  More

A massive eviction drive, codenamed Operation ‘Blue Star’, was launched at the Vani Vihar campus of Utkal University in Bhubaneswar on Monday to clear unauthorised occupants from the male students’ hostels. More

The rising waters of the Mahanadi River have inundated several villages in Jagatsinghpur district’s Tirtol area, leaving residents marooned and families stranded. More

The new guidelines have been issued following the Supreme Court’s concern over unauthorised constructions. More

Former BJD MP Tathagata Satpathy has once again taken aim at ex-Chief Minister and BJD president Naveen Patnaik, this time accusing him of ignoring a proposal that could have linked mining operations in Keonjhar to local youth employment. More

A mother and her son from Debendranarayanpur village in Rajnagar block of Kendrapara district have gone missing inside the Bhitarkanika National Park after venturing deep into the forest for crab catching. Despite six days of continuous search operations, there has been no trace of the two. More

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi left for a two-day visit to New Delhi on Monday ahead of the Vice-Presidential election tomorrow. Reports stated that the CM will be present for the voting process. More

Pitru Paksha, the fortnight dedicated to ancestors, began on Monday and will continue for the next 15 days until Mahalaya. During this period, devotees honour their forefathers through rituals such as offering sesame water (Til Tarpan) and rice balls (Pinda Daan).  More

Renowned Odia music composer Abhijit Majumdar remains in a coma and is in critical condition. Authorities are considering shifting him to AIIMS Delhi for advanced treatment if required. More

Puri Gajapati Maharaja Dibyasingha Deb has issued a stern warning to ISKCON for organising untimely Rath Yatra and Snana Yatra events. Citing deviations from sacred tradition and scripture, he threatened legal action unless compliance is ensured within a month. The controversy raises serious concerns about preserving the sanctity of Jagannath culture amid widespread unauthorised religious celebrations. More

Odisha Revenue Department has issued a stern warning to OAS and ORS officers making unauthorised visits to Bhubaneswar for personal reasons or lobbying. Officers must now seek approval before leaving their district headquarters. The crackdown follows reports of disruptions in field administration, as some officials allegedly seek favourable transfers post-government change. Disciplinary action is now on the table. More

Posting the image, Padhee wrote: “Just received this photograph, likely from around 2011/12 in Bhubaneswar. In the background (top right) is late Arindam Das – a bright journalist who left us far too soon.” More

The total phase, when the Moon is fully covered by the Earth’s shadow, will last from 11:01 pm to 12:23 am, giving observers around 82 minutes to witness the phenomenon. The event will conclude by 1:27 am. More

In a major drug bust near Manguli Chhak, Cuttack, the Excise Department seized 385 grams of heroin worth over Rs 38 lakh. Jagannath Jena, a resident of Angul, was arrested while transporting the contraband. Officials suspect a wider drug network behind the operation. The raid was carried out under Excise Commissioner P. Anvesha Reddy’s directives, and further investigation is underway. More