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Boudh located in western part of Odisha is famous for its century-old aesthetically built temples, ancient Buddha statues and caves. It has spread Saivism, Vaishnavism along with a number of other shrines. The natural beauty and glamour of these places keep the visitors spellbound.

The injured have been admitted to the hospital
Two forest staff on night patrol shot in Boudh, critical

Some identified miscreants opened fire at the team at Khaliapali Square leaving two of them seriously injured.

Boudh
Villagers bring misbehavior, manhandle slur against Boudh Sub-Collector

However, Kanhar refuted the allegations levelled by the villagers.

4 quintal ganja seized in Boudh
Ambulance carrying over 4 quintal ganja from Odisha to Chhattisgarh seized, driver arrested

The Excise sleuths seized the vehicle and started an investigation into the incident.

PEO among two dead in Boudh series accident, 3 critical
PEO among two dead in Boudh series accident, 3 critical

Tension erupted in the area following the mishap. Angry locals launched a tyre-burning agitation on the National Highway 57 protesting the deaths and seeking compensation.

3 cops suspended for letting ganja smugglers go scot-free
3 cops suspended for letting ganja smugglers go scot-free

Police sources revealed that marijuana smugglers used to give kickbacks to these cops to run their businesses smoothly.

Marriage haat: Budget-friendly shopping destination for weddings in Odisha
Marriage haat: Budget-friendly shopping destination for weddings in Odisha

Every year, the haat remains open for four days beginning Makar Sankranti so that people enjoy both the Makar Mela and shopping in the market.

Forest Officials at Boudh
50 forest officials narrowly escape landmine blast in Boudh

As reported, a team of forest officials went into Lakadpaju forest to seize and destroy ganja cultivation which was being done inside the deep forest. During the operation, suddenly a landmine blasted which was supposedly set up by ganja mafias to keep the investigating team off-limit.

Country-gun making unit busted in Boudh
Country-gun making unit busted in Boudh

Acting on a tip-off, the police raided a house in the village and arrested Bindhani where he was manufacturing the guns.

Purunakatak Community Health Centre
3 of an Odisha family electrocuted while hanging clothes to dry

The woman was hanging her clothes to dry at her home when she accidentally came in contact with a live wire.

Monsoon in Odisha: State receives 5% more rain than normal, Kandhamal records maximum
State receives 5% more rain than normal, Kandhamal receives highest

During the period between June 1 and September 20, Dhenkanal, Boudh, Kandhamal, Gajapati and Koraput districts recorded excess rainfall while the rest 25 districts received normal rianfall. 

Rain Forecast
Depression weakens; Low-pressure-triggered rain to intensity in coming days

As per IMD, the system is likely to move nearly northwestwards across Madhya Pradesh during next 48 hours.

Koshal state demand
‘Koshal’ state demand: Western Odisha observes bandh demanding separate statehood

People across Jharsuguda, Sundargarh, Bargarh, Kalahandi, Nuapada, Deogarh, Sonepur, Boudh and Bolangir staged dharnas and also hit the streets seeking formation of a separate Koshal state

Yellow Warning For Thunderstorm
Thunderstorm with lightning alert for several Odisha districts, check updates

Malkangiri recorded the highest maximum temperature of 36 degree Celsius on Sunday.

GST Raid
GST raid unearths over Rs 5 crore from textile trader in Odisha’s Boudh

The officials of the State CT (commercial tax) and GST (goods and services tax) on Saturday recovered Rs 5.68 crore following raid on two textile traders in Boudh.

Twin low pressure systems likely over Bay of Bengal by Aug 7 & 13; heavy rain in store for Odisha
Twin low pressure over Bay of Bengal by Aug 7 & 13; heavy rain in store for Odisha

As per sources, the second system may intensify into a depression triggering heavy rainfall. The enhanced rainfall activity may dampen the Independence Day celebrations in the State on August 15.

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