Dhenkanal District is centrally located on the Geo-Political map of Odisha. It is commonly believed that it owes its name to a Savara chief named ‘DHENKA’ who formerly ruled over in this tract. This district is best known for Joranda, famous as the religious headquarters of Mahima Dharma, Joranda houses the Samadhi of Mahima Gosain, the preacher and propounder of the Mahima Cult. Sptasajya and Kapilash are another place of attraction in the district. As far as special cuisine is concern Dhenkanal Bora is very tasty.
Jena Tiria, a Class 8 student from Muliabanka residential school in Dhenkanal district, has been missing for the last six days. The incident occurred during the school's annual sports meet. Police have launched a manhunt to locate the minor boy.
Electricity workers in Odisha's Dhenkanal protested outside the SE-electrical office over employment terms. They demand fair treatment, reintegration, and wage adherence post-retrenchment. The union leaders argue that the changes are essential to protect the rights of the workers and to maintain fair treatment.
Kapilash temple in Dhenkanal faces neglect, with the 12th-century shrine showing structural damage. Despite ASI's restoration efforts, issues like roof cracks persist. Devotees express dissatisfaction over inadequate maintenance.
Ambulance staffs from Dhenkanal's Ekula village saved an elderly woman's life, walking two kilometres to reach her. Their timely intervention ensured her recovery.
A bid to ATM robbery failed as miscreants could not unlock the shutter at Bank of Baroda on Dhenkanal-Kamakhyanagar road in Anlabereni of Dhenkanal district. On being informed, Tumusinga police reached the spot and launched a probe, which is underway.
Rajashree Nayak, Dhenkanal Sadar block's BJD chairperson, lost a no-confidence motion. 44 out of 62 votes cast were against her. Vice Chairman Kalandi Barik will act as interim chairperson.
Two minor cousins drowned while bathing in a pond at Ektali village, Kamakhyanagar, Dhenkanal during Bada Osha. Police investigate the incident.
A leopard trapped in a snare put up for boars in Asanbahali Reserve Forest, Dhenkanal, was rescued after a 10-hour operation by forest staff and rescue teams.
An elephant was killed by a goods train in Dhenkanal, Odisha. A herd of 40 elephants was crossing near Chinta Pokhari when the incident occurred. Train services were disrupted.
Parsuram Kamar, a youth from Kirtanpur village in Dhenkanal, allegedly jumped into the Brahmani river from Baji Rout bridge at Bhuban on Wednesday night while his father watched. The incident occurred as they returned home on a bicycle. Fire Services launched a search operation but had to pause due to low visibility. Efforts resumed the next morning, yet Kamar remains missing.
In a shocking incident at a private factory in Dhenkanal, Odisha, two labourers were allegedly stripped and thrashed. Three individuals have been arrested while investigations continue to determine the motive behind the assault.
Villagers from the Parjang area in Dhenkanal, Odisha, protested against frequent undeclared power cuts by gheraoing and locking the local electricity office.
Though the exact reason why the man created a ruckus and issued threats is not clear, it is suspected that the accused was under the influence of some narcotics.
In a shocking incident, a seven-month pregnant woman was allegedly gang raped for months in a deserted house under Bhapur police outpost in Dhenkanal district. The victim, whose family is economically disadvantaged, was repeatedly assaulted by six to seven youths. Upon being informed, the district administration rescued her and took her to the SAKHI centre. A DSP under SP supervision has initiated an investigation, with three suspects detained.
The case was registered after the Forest Ranger was found in possession of disproportionate assets including a high value flat in Bhubaneswar, two flats in Hyderabad, eight plots in Bhubaneswar and Dhenkanal.
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