News from Odisha

Senior BJP leader Dilip Ray met Odisha Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan ahead of a court hearing in a false affidavit case, sparking political speculation. The meeting focused on Rourkela's infrastructure projects.

Agitated residents of Rairakhol forced officials to walk a damaged NH stretch to highlight neglect, leading to a repair promise within seven days.

Odisha reports 18,000 cases of crimes against women in eight months, with only 217 disposed. Recent incidents fuel public concern over women's safety.

Odisha Vigilance arrested DFO Nityananda Nayak for possessing disproportionate assets, uncovering unaccounted properties and valuables during raids in Keonjhar and Angul.

BJP state president Manmohan Samal and organisation secretary Manas Mohanty head to Delhi amid speculation of Odisha cabinet expansion and filling vacant posts.

The Odisha government has directed departments to submit Action Taken Reports to accelerate RERA implementation, following a review by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. Key tasks include digital tool development and enforcement squad deployment.

Puri Police to record Balanga minor girl's statement at AIIMS Delhi, crucial for identifying accused and motive in the burning case.

The Orissa High Court will hear a PIL demanding an SIT probe into the death of a Fakir Mohan Autonomous College student, who died after a self-immolation bid, amid allegations of harassment and negligence.

AIIMS Bhubaneswar has been equipped with three BHISHM Cubes, advanced modular mobile medical units, to enhance disaster response healthcare, ensuring rapid medical aid in inaccessible areas.

Odisha intensifies administrative efforts in Kotia, with Minister Suresh Pujari highlighting the decline of Andhra Pradesh's influence due to successful welfare schemes.

Odisha launches a crackdown on illegal petrol sales in plastic bottles following violent incidents, enforcing strict safety measures and penalties under Minister Krushna Chandra Patra's directives.

Heavy rain caused severe waterlogging at Jodamba Health Centre in Malkangiri's Chitrakonda block, highlighting poor rural healthcare infrastructure. Patients and staff were stranded, with essential services disrupted.

A minor girl was allegedly raped in Malkangiri district, with police launching an investigation after her family's complaint. The girl was found near Bija Ghat with a truck driver, now in custody.

Six youths harassed three girls in Puri, with two arrested and four absconding. The incident occurred near Samanga parking, with the girls' brother and police intervening.

An 18-year-old woman was allegedly gangraped by two men in Jagatsinghpur, leading to widespread outrage and a police manhunt. One accused arrested, two at large.