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.

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.

Mamita Meher murder case prime accused Gobinda Sahu dies by suicide
Mamita Meher murder case prime accused Gobinda Sahu dies by suicide, Crime Branch probe ordered

Sahu attempted to end his life inside Kantabanji jail by hanging self. He was immediately rushed to a hospital where doctor declared him brought dead.

Cold Conditions
Minimum temp drops below 15 degrees in 19 places in Odisha; check coldest districts

India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Saturday informed 19 places in Odisha recorded minimum (night) temperature below 15 degree Celsius.

From tribal-dominated Kalahandi to Bhubaneswar – Journey of lady blackmailer Archana Nag
From tribal-dominated Kalahandi to Bhubaneswar – Journey of lady blackmailer Archana Nag

Jagabandhu hails from a below-poverty family in Jaleswar of Balasore district. Till now, his family lives in a thatched hut in the village. There was a time when he worked as an assistant at his father’s small grocery store.

Hundreds of animals sacrificed during Goddess Manikeshwari’s Chhatar Yatra in Kalahandi
Hundreds of animals sacrificed during Goddess Manikeshwari’s Chhatar Yatra in Kalahandi

As there were no Covid-related restrictions, the festival was observed with public participation after a gap of two years.

Woman gets husband married off to transgender
Woman gets husband married off to transgender

It is unclear if Fakir will stay with both of them or the couple will go separate ways.

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.

Incessant Rainfall: Jalaka river crosses danger mark, breach in Indravati canal
Incessant Rainfall: Jalaka river crosses danger mark, breach in Indravati canal

Residents who are already reeling under severe loss due to the flood last month, anticipated more loss. 

Orange Warning For Heavy Rainfall
Low pressure update: IMD issues orange warning for heavy rainfall in Odisha districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Thursday issued heavy rainfall alert for several districts in Odisha.

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

Heavy Rainfall Alert
Heavy rainfall warning issued for several Odisha districts; check IMD’s forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Monday predicted heavy rainfall in several parts of Odisha in the next few days.

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