News from Koraput

Koraput district is in the southern part of Odisha bordering to Andhra Pradesh .It is a home to many primitive tribes .Located in the Eastern Ghats Covered with thick forests and dotted by pristine waterfalls and deep valleys, Koraput, in Odisha, is a natural retreat with a languid pace of life. The region also has rich mineral deposits; including aluminum ore, manganese, and limestone. The Engine division and Sukhoi division of the aircraft manufacturing company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, a public sector undertaking of Ministry of Defence is in Sunabeda of Koraput district. The Gupteshwar limestone cave temple on Ramgiri Hill and the Duduma and Bagra waterfalls are nearby add more importance to the district. The area was under the Chola kings in the 10th and 11th centuries.

Cash Recovered From Police IIC's Quarter
Odisha Vigilance Tightens Noose Around Boipariguda IIC, Unearths Rs 25 Lakh More Cash

Cash of Rs 25 lakh was recovered from his government quarters at Buxi Bazar in Cuttack on Tuesday morning. On Monday, Rs 7.5 lakh was recovered from him. With the fresh recovery, the total cash seizure from his possession reached Rs 32.5 lakh.

Odisha vigilance seizes Rs 7.5 lakh 'ill-gotten' cash from Boipariguda IIC
Odisha vigilance seizes Rs 7.5 lakh 'ill-gotten' cash from Boipariguda IIC

The police official failed to clarify about the cash. The IIC was detained.  An investigation into the matter has been started.

Koraput Central University students protest over worms in hostel food, infra woes
Koraput Central University students protest over worms in hostel food, infra woes

The students of the Central University of Odisha in Koraput district staged a protest on Thursday seeking the fulfillment of various demands.

Seven years on, Jeypore's ‘dream’ bus terminal awaits completion 
Seven years on, Jeypore's ‘dream’ bus terminal awaits completion 

Fund to the tune of Rs 11 crore was sanctioned for the project which was proposed to come up over six acres of land. The construction work started in 2017 while a deadline was set to complete it in 2019.

SUV Dives From Ghat In Koraput
5 killed, one injured in separate early morning road mishaps in Odisha

The first incident was reported from Koraput where three persons were killed and another was injured after the car, they were travelling in plunged into a gorge on Sunki Ghat near Jodimadeli under Pottangi police limits on early Wednesday morning.

Road Blockade for Drinking Water Shortage
'Basudha scheme failure': Odisha villagers put utensils on road protesting shortage of drinking water

They alleged that they are not getting drinking water under the Basudha scheme for the last couple of years as the water tank in their village is lying defunct. Around 800 villagers of Palaput are forced to trek the hill to bring water from the river.

Police crack Koraput priest murder mystery; two women among seven arrested
Police crack Koraput priest murder mystery; two women among seven arrested

Police seized cash worth Rs 15,000, gold and silver jewelleries, six cell phones, one burnt mobile, and a bunch of keys from the accused.

One-day-old infant girl found abandoned in toilet in Odisha, rescued 
One-day-old infant girl found abandoned in toilet in Odisha, rescued 

The couple has been lapping up accolades from all quarters of the society for their gesture of humanity.  

Priest found murdered in Koraput
Temple priest's semi-nude body with limbs tied found in Odisha’s Koraput; probe launched

The deceased has been identified as Ramesh Chandra Tripathy. It is suspected that the priest has been murdered.

Tara Bahinipati & Saptagiri Ulaka
Traditional foes MP Ulaka & MLA Bahinipati hug their disputes out on stage!

As per reports, Jeypore MLA Bahinipati gifted idols of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra to Koraput MP Ulaka and they hugged each other on the stage too, hinting at the improvement in their sour relationship.

Aquatic weeds choking Kolab reservoir in Odisha’s Koraput
Aquatic weeds choking Kolab reservoir in Odisha’s Koraput

Due to the rampant growth of invasive plants and the administration looking the other way, the quality of the water is fast-degrading, making it no longer suitable for aquatic animals and human consumption. 

Miscreants strike Panchayat office in Odisha, loot assets worth lakhs 
Miscreants strike Panchayat office in Odisha, loot assets worth lakhs 

A gang of miscreants reportedly broke into the temporary panchayat office on Saturday night and looted assets including LED TV, computer, and CCTV cameras among others. They even didn’t spare important documents. 

Andhra Holds Health Camp In Kotia
Andhra intrudes into Odisha again, holds mega health camp in Kotia’s Dhulipadar

The medical camp is being organised by Salur mandal of the neighbouring state. Free medicines and other articles are being provided to the beneficiaries at the camp.

Tension At Hatapadar, Koraput After Double Murder
Double murder rocks Koraput, police launch probe

As per reports, a youth from Tema village had gone to watch Ravana Podi at Kunduli on Tuesday night. While returning home in the morning, he reportedly had an altercation with another person at Hatapadar who allegedly attacked him with sharp weapons killing him on the spot.

Santosh Kumar Walking The Ramp At Lakme Fashion Week
Odia youth shines at Lakme Fashion Week 2023

The five-day fiesta began on October 10 and continued till October 15 at Pragati Maidan in New Delhi where leading designers from India showcased their collections.

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