Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates - Monday, 15 September 2025

Odisha’s Cuttack cyber police busted a cryptocurrency scam worth Rs 13.72 lakh, arresting three more accused from Rourkela. The gang lured victims via Telegram app, using fake identities and pre-activated SIM cards. They promised high crypto returns and used forged documents to operate fake accounts. Investigations have led to the freezing of 39 bank accounts as the probe deepens. More

Many of them lined up from midnight, staying hungry and restless in the hope of getting fertiliser for their crops. With no proper system of token distribution, farmers placed Aadhaar cards in line to reserve their turn. More

After completing the ritual at Baishi Pahacha, one of the sacred spots near the temple, she suddenly complained of uneasiness and collapsed. More

The department has ordered strict action, including seizure of vehicles, suspension of driving licences and registration certificates, and imposition of heavy fines. More

After 14 years, Jharpada’s iconic Durga Puja is shifting from its traditional mandap to Melana Padia, amid an internal rift between two local groups. While organisers cite tradition and logistics, sources point to disputes over puja rights. This year’s highlight will be a massive Torana themed on Buddhist heritage, with tight security arrangements to manage the expected festive crowd. More

In a major crackdown on food adulteration, Odisha police destroyed 28,000 litres of adulterated milk in Cuttack’s Gurudijhatia following court orders. The milk was linked to a racket busted earlier in Kusupangi. Two accused, including a hotel owner Prakash Khuntia, were previously arrested. The incident has sparked public concern over food safety and potential involvement of a larger network. More

She was immediately rushed to Puri Medical College and Hospital, where doctors confirmed that she was alive and began emergency treatment. Her condition is now being closely monitored. More

A 12-hour bandh brought Odisha’s Lathor town to a standstill on Monday, as locals demanded Notified Area Council (NAC) status, a railway overbridge, and a Community Health Centre. Shops closed, transport halted, and heavy police deployment ensured a peaceful protest. The shutdown reflects growing unrest across Bolangir district, where multiple towns are agitating for long-ignored civic upgrades. More

The award, instituted by the IMFA Charitable Trust (IMPaCT), will be presented at a ceremony in Bhubaneswar on October 26. More

The dismissal order has also directed Satapathy to return the salary he had drawn during his tenure, as it was obtained through fraudulent means. This includes all payments received from the time of his appointment in 2018 until now. More

Traditional methods of pesticide spraying are often labour-intensive, time-consuming, and less effective, especially when large areas of crops are affected. In this backdrop, drones have opened up new possibilities, allowing faster, more uniform, and cost-effective application of pesticides. More

Odisha’s student union elections, halted since 2017, face renewed uncertainty despite earlier government assurances. With Dussehra approaching—the traditional time for polls—no groundwork is visible. Political parties, including BJD and Congress, have criticised the BJP-led government for delaying democratic processes. While the Higher Education Minister claims a positive outlook. More

The other access to/from Paradip was through the Daitari- Paradip Expressway that the visionary Biju Patnaik built, and export of iron ore was possible through the Port even without a rail link. More

Odisha Education Department suspended a woman teacher in Mayurbhanj for thrashing 31 students with a bamboo stick for not touching her feet. One boy suffered a fracture, and a girl fainted. Corporal punishment is banned in Odisha schools since 2004. More

Traffic constable Shubhamitra Sahoo has been missing for nine days, triggering growing concern in Bhubaneswar. Her father, desperate for answers, accuses the police of inaction and suspects a man named Deepak Rout. As hope fades and questions mount, the family pleads for justice and transparency in the investigation into her mysterious disappearance from Surya Nagar locality of the State Capital. More

Officials stated that, unlike in the past, when complaints often went unanswered, the department will now ensure that every grievance is addressed. Complaints filed through the portal will be reviewed at the block and district levels, and their status will be made available online for public access. More

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, on Monday, laid the foundation stones for 27 new industrial projects across 12 districts, marking a major push in Odisha’s industrial growth strategy. More

Odisha is set to enforce a new excise policy within this month, with Law and Excise Minister Prithviraj Harichandan scheduled to brief Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi on the proposed framework. More

Panic gripped Ramdaspur under Barang police limits after a herd of three elephants strayed into Barang Central School No. 3 late at night, leaving behind extensive damage. More

A private dispute over government land in Puri district escalated into a violent confrontation late last night as a shop owner, identified as Kedar Rout, allegedly demolished two neighbouring shops using a bulldozer. More

The alleged fertiliser crisis in Odisha spilled onto the streets on Monday as the opposition Biju Janata Dal (BJD) staged a massive protest in Bhubaneswar, accusing the government of failing to ensure a timely supply to farmers. More

Farmers in Digapahandi, Ganjam, staged a protest over the non-availability of fertiliser at the Siddheswar Cooperative Society on Monday. Hundreds of farmers blocked the Digapahandi–Berhampur road at Ganianal Square, bringing traffic on both sides of State Highway No. 17 to a standstill.  More

Barely a fortnight before Durga Puja festivities begin, Cuttack is grappling with a mounting garbage crisis that has left heaps of waste rotting across the city. More

Allegations of large-scale financial irregularities have surfaced in Cuttack district’s Mahanga block under the Mission Shakti department. Executive Committee (EC) members of Bhadreshwar Panchayat have accused the local President and Secretary of misappropriating lakhs of rupees by obtaining signatures on blank resolution registers.  More

Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja has directed all government departments to bar officials of ‘doubtful integrity’ from holding sensitive roles, stressing that a zero-tolerance culture towards corruption must be institutionalised at every level of administration. More

A third-standard student of Salaguda Sevashram in Kandhamal district has been referred to MKCG Medical College and Hospital, Berhampur, after failing to recover fully from injuries caused after adhesive was allegedly applied to his eyes in the hostel. More

A group of 23 Odia pilgrims stranded in Nepal due to ongoing violent protests returned safely to Jajpur on Sunday evening. The pilgrims belonged to ten families from the Malanandapur area of Jajpur Sadar block. More

Odisha’s Ganjam district is once again in the grip of a fertiliser shortage, forcing hundreds of farmers to spend sleepless nights in long queues. More

The much-awaited music launch of Odia film ‘Charidham: A Journey Within’ will take place at the Rail Auditorium in Chandrasekharpur of Bhubaneswar this evening, with the organisers announcing free entry for all. More

In a unique measure ahead of the festive season, Sambalpur Police have intensified surveillance under ‘Operation Dark Night’. Moving beyond routine highway and main-road patrolling, the force is now focusing on narrow lanes, secluded areas and poorly lit corners of the city, where criminals often take advantage of darkness to carry out illegal activities.  More

After reports of fertiliser scarcity in Western Odisha, the problem has now spread to the southern region, with Koraput’s Narayanpatna block witnessing large crowds of distressed farmers. Since early Monday morning, farmers have been lining up in front of the Narayanpatna Cooperative Society to secure urea bags, but many alleged that they returned empty-handed despite waiting for hours. More

A 40-member delegation from the Global South Young Diplomats Forum visited Bhubaneswar Smart City Limited (BSCL) on Sunday to understand how the Odisha capital has become a model for technology-driven and sustainable urban development. More

Lija Majhi, a tribal girl from Bamra in Odisha’s Sambalpur district, has secured admission to Sundargarh medical college after clearing NEET. Despite economic hardship, she excelled academically, becoming a beacon of hope for rural and underprivileged students. Her journey from a residential school to a medical college showcases the transformative power of education and family support. More

Some audience objected to Nisha's obscene dance moves, prompting Nisha to lose her temper and deliberately show her footwear to the spectators from the stage. More

The current state of the temple calls for immediate intervention from authorities to ensure that the sacred space is preserved properly for devotees and the rituals proceed smoothly. More

As per procedure, a running test was being conducted for the Home Guard post on the day of the incident. While participating in the run, Shibaram suddenly fell ill and collapsed midway, sending shockwaves across the ground. More

Odisha MSME Minister Gokulananda Mallik announced a crackdown on unused industrial plots, warning that land not utilised for industry will be reclaimed. During a review at Berhampur’s defunct Ankuli industrial estate, he revealed plans for reallocating land to serious investors and promoting local industries like cashew, stone carving, and handloom to boost employment and economic revival. More