News from Kalahandi

It was a princely state in British India and in post independence period it merged with Odisha state as Kalahandi district. Kalahandi is an example of disparity/contrasts that exist in many parts of the developing/underdeveloped world. On the one side, this district is famous for famine and starvation deaths and on the other side it is rich with agriculture. Kalahandi is largely an agriculture based economy. During Bengal famine Kalahandi alone had sent 100,000 tons of rice. Located on the confluence of the rivers Uttei and Tel, Kalahandi is a home to some very ancient temples of extensive architectural excellence dating back to the 12th century.

Thunderstorm Warning
Moderate thunderstorm activity with gusty wind likely in Odisha: IMD

“Under the influence of a prevailing low-level moist easterly from Bay of Bengal and middle and upper-tropospheric westerly trough, an increase in thunderstorm activity is very likely over districts of Odisha during next 4-5 days,” said IMD.

Kalahandi Gangrape case
4 detained over gangrape of two minor tribal girls in Kalahandi, 1 absconding

Earlier it was alleged that the minor girls were returning home after watching a 'jatra' at night when the accused took them to an isolated place where they took turns on them.

Lanjigarh CHC
Two minor girls ‘gang raped’ in Odisha’s Kalahandi

As per reports, the minor girls were returning home after watching a play in the night when the accused attacked them midway.

Minor girl ends life after marriage proposal gets rejected 
Minor girl ends life after 'boyfriend' rejects marriage proposal

The boy went back on the promise and didn’t take any such steps as they promised. On the other hand, the minor girl drank poison in front of her boyfriend’s house. 

Thunderstorm Alert
Relief from heat wave likely as IMD issues yellow warning for thunderstorm and lightning

As per the India Meteorological Department (IMD), several parts of Odisha are likely to experience thunderstorm activity in the next five days.

Kalahandi Medical College Campus
NMC approves 100 MBBS seats for Kalahandi Medical College in Odisha

The infrastructure required for the medical college has been developed on 36 acres of land at Bhangabari, on the outskirts of Bhawanipatna.

3 Odisha migrant workers walk 1100 km to reach home from Bengaluru after denied pay
3 Odisha migrant workers walk 1100 km to reach home from Bengaluru after denied pay

A shocking instance of the plight of the migrant workers has come to light in Kalahandi district. Three labourers from Tingapatna village under Jayapatna block in the district, who had gone to Bengaluru in search of work, recently returned home by walking all the way from the southern state after allegedly being subjected to inhuman torture.

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.

DA case: Odisha vigilance raids properties of addl chief engineer, joint director of mines
DA case: Odisha vigilance raids properties of addl chief engineer, joint director of mines

In a related development, the vigilance sleuths today raided the properties of joint director of mines Umesh Chandra Jena on allegations of possession of disproportionate assets.

Odisha tech varsity girl student dies after jumping off power channel bridge 
Odisha tech varsity girl student dies after jumping off power channel bridge 

The student, identified as Chinmayi Priyadarshini Sahoo, had jumped off the power channel bridge on Tuesday evening. She hailed from Rampur Madanpur area in Kalahandi district.

Meet this couple who imparts free coaching to slum children in Odisha’s Kalahandi
Meet this couple who imparts free coaching to slum children in Odisha’s Kalahandi

One day he decided to set up a coaching center where free coaching would be provided to the slum children so that they shouldn’t experience the problems he had undergone. His wife Sitarani Sahoo and other family members stood behind him.

Republic Day Parade in Delhi: Odia girl Sonali Sahoo on cloud nine to lead NCC girls’ contingent
Republic Day Parade in Delhi: Odisha cadet Sonali Sahoo to lead NCC girls’ contingent

Sonali reached New Delhi on January 1 and started training for this big event. 

Two dead, one critical after scooter hits stationary truck in Jajpur
Four dead in separate road accidents in Odisha

Two people died after the scooter they were riding on hit a stationary truck in Jajpur district on Monday night while two others died in a bus-car collision in Kalahandi district.

Municipality engg under vigilance glare, simultaneous raids underway in Bhawanipatna
Municipality engg under vigilance glare, simultaneous raids underway in Bhawanipatna

Thakur has been accused of amassing assets disproportionate to his known sources of income.

Gobinda Sahu death: Envelope found in deceased’s pocket deepens mystery
Gobinda Sahu death: Envelope found in deceased’s pocket deepens mystery

A brown envelope was recovered from deceased's pocket shortly before he was taken for post-mortem.

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