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Rosalin Behera, Talcher Tehsildar, lost Rs 90,000 to cyber fraudsters. Police probe underway after she lodged a complaint.

An explosion occurred at the Jindal Steel and Power plant in Angul, Odisha, on Monday evening around 7.30 PM. The blast in the furnace triggered fear among workers, but fortunately, no casualties were reported.

In Angul district's Athamallik forest range, a female elephant's carcass was discovered in Sankhamal village, days after a tusker was found dead. Forest officials have launched an investigation, with autopsy results pending to determine the cause of death. Locals demand increased patrolling amid concerns over wildlife safety as five elephants have died in the last five years.

One year after their inauguration, the vending zones in Angul town remain non-operational, causing distress among street vendors.

Two Mumbai tourists, Arbaz Kayum Khan and Saroj Verma, were robbed of Rs 30,000 at knifepoint by local youths in Angul town, Odisha. The incident came to light after the victims shared their ordeal on social media.

Three people were killed and nine injured in separate road accidents in Bhubaneswar, Rayagada, and Angul. Accidents involved an SUV hitting a divider, a car collision with bikers, and another fatal incident on NH-55.

At least 13 elderly individuals lost vision in one eye after cataract surgeries at a private nursing home in Angul. Following severe eye infections, they were treated at VIMSAR, Burla. The district administration has sealed the facility and ordered an investigation.

During the third phase of elections in Odisha, Chhendipada MLA Sushant Behera allegedly attacked a BJP worker at a polling booth in Angul district. The incident occurred as Behera was allegedly persuading voters, leading to accusations of booth rigging by BJP worker Siddharth Shankar Sahu.

During a public meeting in Angul, Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the BJD government of Odisha, claiming it is plagued by corruption and inefficiency. He highlighted the state's lack of development and safety concerns regarding the Lord Jagannath temple. Modi promised increased transparency and development under BJP's potential leadership, emphasizing schemes like increased MSP for paddy farmers and major irrigation projects.

Three bikers were fatally injured in a road accident involving a speeding truck on NH-55, Odisha. The incident caused significant traffic disruption, with the driver currently absconding.

As per reports, Naik had a habit of playing games online. However, he reportedly lost his mental balance after losing three consecutive games.

A known face in the political circle of Angul and former president of the District Congress Committee, Biplab Jena resigned from the primary membership of the Indian National Congress on Tuesday. 

With the veterinary doctors on strike since January 18, livestock healthcare services have been severely affected across the state. 

What happened at Angul Collector's office on Monday was quite uncommon. A man along with his four-day-old calf arrived at the Collector’s office, with an out-of-the-ordinary grievance. 

The National Commission for Scheduled Tribes (NCST) has directed the Odisha DGP, the Angul district Collector, and the Superintendent of Police to initiate a probe and submit reports withing seven days.