News from Dhenkanal

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.

NAC polls: BJD wins Attabira in Bargarh and Hindol in Dhenkanal
NAC polls: BJD wins Attabira in Bargarh and Hindol in Dhenkanal

While the conch party won 11 out of 16 wards including the chairperson's post in Hindol NAC election, the BJP registered victory in five wards. However, the Congress party has failed to open its account in the urban poll.

Odisha Weather Updates
Max temp to rise by 2 to 4 degrees in Odisha, thunderstorm likely on April 7: IMD

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday informed that the maximum temperature is very likely to rise by 2 to 4 degrees Celsius during the next two days.

NAC polls: Voting underway in Bargarh’s Attabira and Dhenkanal’s Hindol
NAC polls: Voting underway in Bargarh’s Attabira and Dhenkanal’s Hindol

The counting of the votes will begin on April 5 followed by the declaration of the result. Moreover, the vice-chairperson election (Indirect) will be held on April 19.

Odisha Sarpanch disqualified for not being able to read and write Odia  
Odisha Sarpanch disqualified for not being able to read and write Odia  

The court passed the order on February 28 while hearing a petition filed by Purusottam Dehury who was defeated by Kailash Chandra Dehury in the Panchayat election held in 2022.

Man Kills Wife Over Tantrik Rituals
Odisha man kills wife as an offering in tantric ritual

Mamata was allegedly killed by her husband Astama Khatua at their home. Later, the accused took her nude body to a nearby forest to perform the tantric ritual on Shivratri today.

Shubhankar Rout
Meet paramedic from Dhenkanal who left his job to script national bodybuilding glory

With his rare feat in a national-level competition, the emerging bodybuilder has brought laurels for his district and the State.

Gold & Cash Recovered From Bank Robbers
Six kg gold recovered from bank robbers in Odisha

Apart from gold, the police also recovered cash of Rs 4.32 lakh, four pistols, 11 bullets, one SUV, six motorbikes and 26 mobile phones from them.

Mahima Temple In Joranda
World famous Joranda Magha Mela kicks off in Odisha

The two-day-long festival of the Mahima sadhus is expected to see a huge rush of visitors and devotees as it is being held after a Covid-induced gap of two years.

Minor Children Tortured
Minor siblings thrashed, locked in bathroom by foster parents in Odisha

As per reports, the children were doing mischief and were hiding in nearby isolated places for which they were allegedly beaten up by the couple who had adopted them some years back.

Leopard carcass found in Dhenkanal forest
Wild animals in danger! Leopard carcass found in Dhenkanal forest

Though the exact reason behind the death of the leopard is yet to be ascertained, it is suspected that the big cat might have died a couple of days back.

Teacher crunch hits Dhenkanal school; students lock gate seeking teachers’ appointment
Teacher crunch hits Dhenkanal school; students lock gate seeking teachers’ appointment

Upset students and their parents meanwhile have drawn the attention of District Education Officer in this regard.

Elephant Tramples Two Persons
Elephant tramples two persons to death in Odisha

The forest department officials have reached the spot and rescued the bodies. Efforts are also on to monitor the movement of the elephant.

Young scientist Pratik earns kudos for amazing invention
Young scientist Pratik earns kudos for amazing invention

Pratik has used a sensor system in his device which helps control paralysis patients’ brain. Also, his device can measure stress level of paralysis patients.

Mahima Monks In Joranda
Fate of Joranda Magha Mela hangs in balance as dispute between two sects intensifies

A coordination meeting for this year’s Magha Mela was held at the Collectorate in Dehenkanal where representatives of both the sects were present along with the Collector and the SP.

Plus girl student among 4 dead in separate accidents in Odisha
Plus 2 girl student among 4 dead in separate accidents in Odisha

Tension erupted in the area following the mishap as students blocked NH 55 in front of the college protesting the death.

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