Ganjam is the largest district of Odisha in terms of population. The district is broadly divided into two divisions, the Coastal plain area in the east and hill and table lands in the west. The Eastern Ghats run along the western side of the District. Ganjam district is best known for its stunning sea beach and a deep sea port at Gopalpur. Ganjam is also famous for a perennial hot spring of medicinal sulfuric water located at Taptapani .This district has world’s largest breeding ground of Olive Ridley sea turtles at Rushikulya beach where Lakhs of endangered Olive Ridley turtles flocked the Rushikulya river mouth for their annual mass nesting. Ganjam’s Achar (Pickles) and Papad is very popular. These two give away such a wonderful flavor to the mouth that it is liked by the folks of Odisha at any and every point of time.
Lakshminarayan Paikaray, alias Kuna, was shot dead near Patharapalli village in Ganjam. Unknown assailants ambushed him, sparking fear and speculation about the motive.
Odisha Vigilance raids multiple locations linked to Surjyamani Pattajoshi, Jatni's Executive Officer, for alleged disproportionate assets. Raids span Bhubaneswar, Berhampur, Ganjam.
A fatal accident near Singipur Chhak, Badagada, Ganjam claimed Deepak Behera's life while injuring Shankar Maharana and Rajesh Gouda. The vehicle lost control and hit a tree late Thursday night.
Rushikulya Beach in Odisha's Ganjam district has recorded a historic arrival of 7.8 lakh Olive Ridley turtles for mass nesting. The Forest Department has enforced protective measures, including fencing and monitoring, to safeguard the nests.
Villagers of Jhirjhira in Ganjam district struggle with a 40-km trek to collect free PDS rice due to lack of roads. Some spend Rs 500 on transport, while others sell their rations cheaply. Despite running from pillar to post, their plight persists over years.
An iron object weighing around 80 kg was discovered on Bateswar beach in Ganjam district. Marked 'AMS-6', it is suspected to be cargo ship debris. Coastguard and Forest Department personnel have secured it and local police have initiated a probe.
A tragic accident occurred on Tuesday in Ganjam district, Odisha, when a motorcycle collided with a truck, leading to a fatal fire that burned the motorcyclist alive and left two others critically injured. Local police have launched an investigation into the incident.
Renovation of Odisha's Brahmapur Railway Station faces delays despite public demand. Local outfit Dakshina Odisha Milita Kriyanusthan Committee criticises slow progress, demanding more funds. ECoR revises plans to enhance passenger amenities.
A. Brahmananda Achary, a resident of Kabisuryanagar in Ganjam district, is preserving India's numismatic legacy by collecting rare coins like golden coins and Hanuman coins. His initiative inspires younger generations while appealing for government-backed exhibitions.
In Berhampur, Ganjam, BJD faces internal turmoil as factions led by Ramesh Chandra Chyau Patnaik and Bikram Panda clash over Mayoral control. Tensions surfaced during a BeMC meeting, with Mayor Sanghamitra Dalai's supporters seeking police protection.
Somnath Parida, a final-year student from Prananath (Autonomous) College of Khurda, drowned while taking a bath in sea during a study tour at Gopalpur beach. His family accuses the college of negligence, while authorities claim he entered the sea without informing anyone.
Journalists in Ganjam district are outraged after being denied access to Sanakhemundi block office, sparking allegations of corruption and calls for a probe into the notice's issuance. Scribes warned of stir in the days ahead, if steps are not taken to lift the restriction.
Kalyani Reddy from Ganjam district was duped of Rs 12,000 by a woman offering counterfeit gold as collateral. The fraud occurred in Reddy Sahi locality under Patapur police limits. A probe into the allegation is underway.
Coastal villages in Ganjam district, including Rameyapatna, face severe threats from rising sea levels, with inadequate guard walls failing to protect homes. Community leaders and environmental experts call for immediate action to enhance protection measures.
BJP's Pradeep Panigrahi, Berhampur MP, stirs political storm post-acquittal in job fraud, accuses BJD of conspiracy. Plans to reveal truths on Pana Sankranti. According to Panigrahi, witnesses were coerced into testifying unfavourably against him.
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