News from Mayurbhanj

Bengaluru Police filed a case against Odisha's travel vlogger Laba Hansda after accusations related to his girlfriend's suicide. The complaint from her brother cites emotional distress due to Hansda's alleged involvement with multiple women. Allegedly, the woman died by suicide two days ago.

Ayan Patra, a six-year-old from Baripada, Odisha, inspired many through organ donation after being declared brain dead. His kidneys saved two lives, showing the power of giving amid loss. On May 6, Ayan was gravely injured by a falling gate while playing with his friends.

In Rairangpur, Odisha, three attackers shot liquor shop owner Sabyasachi Mohanty. The victim is in critical condition while police probe the unidentified assailants' exact motives. Three miscreants arrived on a bike and demanded money and liquor at gunpoint.

According to local sources, the body was first spotted by other students and staff members in the early hours of the day. The girl was reportedly found hanging in a room adjacent to the student dormitory. 

A Class 6 tribal student in Mayurbhanj's Khunta block faced brutal hostel abuse, sparking outrage. Seniors allegedly tortured him for reporting their drinking to the headmaster.

A school van accident on Karanjia-Chadeibhol road injured over 10 students near Bhaura, Mayurbhanj. The driver also suffered injuries. Local protests demand action and raise safety concerns.

Burglars looted Jarada Upper Primary School in Mayurbhanj, vandalising premises and stealing valuables including fans and mid-day meal rice. Police probe underway.

Odisha's Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announces Rs 20.38 crore provisional compensation for damages caused by Kalbaisakhi in Mayurbhanj, affecting 8,547 residents. Villages in Bangiriposi and Bisoi blocks of the district were the most affected.

The recent Kalbaisakhi storm devastated crops in Mayurbhanj's Bisoi block, especially affecting Khadambeda village. Farmers face severe losses and demand Odisha government's aid.

A raging forest fire in Mayurbhanj's Udala forest range is destroying valuable flora. Despite efforts, authorities struggle to contain the flames engulfing Tanakasahi reserve forest, threatening biodiversity. Forest authorities are finding it increasingly challenging to contain the flames.

Tigress Zeenat will soon be shifted to a larger enclosure in Odisha as part of efforts for her eventual reintroduction into the wild. The move follows NTCA inspections and daily monitoring reports. Health condition of the tigress is well and is hunting normally.

Karisma Sharma from Rairangpur, Odisha won Rs 12.5 lakh on 'Kaun Banega Crorepati', impressing Amitabh Bachchan with her knowledge in the 'Super Sandook' round. She accurately answered all ten questions in the highly challenging segment.

Strayed tigress Zeenat's potential return to Odisha's Similipal forest in Mayurbhanj district awaits NTCA approval. Daily monitoring by the Forest Department continues, while NTCA evaluates reports. A prior NTCA notice questioned her transfer to Alipore Zoo.

The relocation of two Royal Bengal Tigers to Odisha's Debrigarh faces delay due to a Similipal probe. The NTCA's clearance is on hold pending review of tigresses Zeenat and Yamuna's escape. Tigresses Zeenat and Yamuna, relocated from Maharashtra to Similipal, have ventured out of their new habitat. Tigress Yamuna recently moved out of Similipal forests and entered the adjacent Kuldiha wildlife sanctuary in Balasore district..

Dr Maheshwar Das, a government hospital doctor in Udala, Odisha, was arrested for tiger skin smuggling. His clinic served as a contraband hub.