KISS student murder probe LIVE updates: 5 institute staff detained; serious lapses, cover-up alleged

A Class IX tribal student’s death at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) in Bhubaneswar has triggered a major criminal investigation, raising serious questions about institutional transparency, procedural lapses and accountability. What was initially reported as an “unnatural death” has now been treated as a murder case by the Twin City Commissionerate Police, who say the boy was allegedly assaulted and strangulated by classmates inside a hostel washroom following a dispute, contradicting earlier explanations offered by the institute.

The family’s objections over lack of post-mortem before the body was handed over and absence of medical records intensified scrutiny, prompting protests and administrative action. As the probe widens, police have detained classmates and the iinstitute officials, while the Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (OSCPCR) has announced an independent inquiry. Investigations continue amid rising public demand for transparency.

Dec 17, 2025 18:07 IST
KISS student murder: School and Mass Education Minister promises thorough probe, warns of stringent action
In the wake of the KISS student murder case, Odisha’s Minister of School and Mass Education, Nityananda Gond, on Wednesday, stated that the investigation is ongoing and stringent action would be taken after the report is submitted. Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:59 IST
KISS student murder: OSCPCR confirms lapses by institution, questions management on 'post-mortem'
The Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (OSCPCR) on Wednesday held the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) authorities responsible for negligence in connection with the murder of a tribal student at the institution. Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:55 IST
KISS student murder case: Allegations of cover-up raise serious questions over campus safety and hospital role
KISS student murder: Did KISS and KIMS hospital deliberately suppress the case?

After the murder of a student at KISS in #Bhubaneswar came to light, several serious questions have now been raised.

How could such a major incident take place within the KISS campus? If a scuffle… pic.twitter.com/eHah5Y608b
— OTV (@otvnews) December 17, 2025



Dec 17, 2025 16:48 IST
KISS student murder case: From alleged cover-up to radio silence, 10 unanswered questions
The death of a Class IX student at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) in Bhubaneswar has escalated into a major criminal investigation, with the Twin City Commissionerate Police, on Wednesday, stating that the boy was murdered by his classmates, contradicting the institute’s initial claim that he died after slipping inside a hostel bathroom.Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:46 IST
KISS student murder: Family narrates institute’s ‘cover-up’, appeals to CM Majhi for thorough probe and justice
The family members of the Class IX student, who was allegedly murdered at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) in Bhubaneswar on Wednesday, reiterated their demand for justice. They have appealed to the CM Mohan Majhi-led Odisha government to ensure a detailed and impartial investigation into the case. Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:45 IST
KIIT–KISS student deaths: Achyuta Samanta’s ‘nobody can do anything to me’ video surfaces
A series of student deaths at Odisha’s premier KIIT and KISS has once again sparked controversy, with strong criticism being directed at the institutions’ founder, Achyuta Samanta, for his recent remarks at a public event.Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:40 IST
‘Heinous than murder’: KISS accused of institutional cover-up to suppress student killing
The disturbing incident of a student’s murder at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) sparked strong reactions on Wednesday, with eminent educationist Professor RN Panda describing the incident as a heinous crime. Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:39 IST
Negligence by KISS authorities, says OSCPCR
The Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (OSCPCR) on Wednesday held the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) authorities responsible for negligence in connection with the murder of the tribal student at the institution. OSCPCR Chairperson Babita Patra held KISS responsible after conducting an on-spot review.



Dec 17, 2025 16:38 IST
KISS student strangulated to death: 5 employees detained for ‘suppressing matter and procedural lapses’
The investigation into the murder of a Class IX tribal student at the Kalinga Institute of Social Sciences (KISS) here widened on Wednesday, with police detaining five officials of the institution in connection with the case. Read More...



Dec 17, 2025 16:36 IST
Family Protests & Questions Against KISS, Bhubaneswar
Questions mount over handling of death and communication with family.
- Family alleges KISS and hospital did not provide treatment records, medical papers or explanation.
- They say the body was released without post-mortem and raise doubts about the sequence of events shared by authorities.
- Protest staged in Keonjhar outside Collector’s office demanding justice and transparency.
 



Dec 17, 2025 16:36 IST
Murder angle emerges in KISS student murder case
Commissionerate Police say Class IX student was murdered, not accidental.
- Police now allege the boy was beaten and strangulated inside a washroom after a dispute.
- Earlier claims that he died from a fall and leg injury have been contradicted by preliminary findings.
- Case registered at Infocity Police Station as a Zero FIR; three students detained so far.
 



Dec 17, 2025 16:35 IST
Expanded probe & official action in KISS student murder case
Investigation widens; two institute officials detained; child rights body steps in.
- Two KISS officials picked up for questioning as part of probe into circumstances and institutional response.
- Police confirm homicidal findings and say further action depends on forensic and post-mortem evidence.
- OSCPCR chairperson will visit KISS campus to independently examine procedural lapses and institute responsibilities.
 



Dec 17, 2025 16:35 IST
KISS student murder case: Investigation, forensic reports awaited
- Police are conducting custodial questioning of all detainees.
- Forensic analysis and post-mortem report expected to shape further charges and action.
- OSCPCR inquiry may lead to formal filings against the institute and individuals involved.