News from Sambalpur

Famous for its Sambalpuri Saree, the Sambalpur District is the western part of state of Odisha. The economy of Sambalpur District is basically dependent on agriculture and secondly no forests. Forests play an important role in the economy in terms of contribution to revenue, Domestic Product as well as dependence of people for livelihood. In the past Sambalpur has been a great centre of diamond trade. Kendu leaf (Diospyros Melanoxylon) is also produced in Sambalpur. Tendu leaf is one of the most important non–wood forest products of Sambalpur and is also called as green gold of Odisha. Only 15 kms north of Sambalpur, Hirakud Dam, the longest earthen dam of the world stands in its lone majesty across the great river Mahanadi. Maa Samalei is the presiding deity of Sambalpur. Sarsatia, a special kind of sweet dish is very famous and unique one.

Sambalpur University
Female Asst Professor of Sambalpur University ‘harassed’ by colleague; Committee constituted for probe

In her complaint, she alleged that a male assistant professor, who works in the same Political Science department of the University, has been harassing her in an inebriated condition for quite a few months.

German Shepherd, Blacky Who lost Its Life Fighting Cobra
‘Man’s best friend’ sacrifices life to save its master from Cobra

As per reports, Nilakantha Mohapatra’s family had adopted the dog, Blacky, 15 years back. On Friday, they heard Blacky barking incessantly in the courtyard of their home, where it was leashed.

Sambalpur SP, Mukesh Bhamoo
Building plan fraud: Five arrested for cheating in Sambalpur

As per reports, the accused met people looking to get their building plan approved by the SDA. They managed to convince them by promising to get their plans approved at a lower rate in exchange for money.

Bodies of woman, son found hanging in house in Odisha, suicide suspected   
Bodies of woman, son found hanging in house in Odisha, suicide suspected   

According to relatives and local residents, the family was living happily as they didn’t have any financial problems. 

Sambalpur boy suffering from DMD gets Rs 10 lakh from CM Relief Fund 
Sambalpur boy suffering from DMD gets Rs 10 lakh from CM Relief Fund 

Sritam Behera, son of Sukadeba Behera of Chipilima area in Sambalpur district, was seven years old when he was afflicted with the DMD. Now he is completely bedridden as his muscles are degenerating. 

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Man shoots estranged wife's lover in Sambalpur, absconding

On Tuesday, Mira and her lover, identified as Pankaj Dehuri, came to the village for some work. Seeing his wife with her lover, Pradhan lost his cool and shot three to four rounds at Dehuri using a country-made gun, sources informed.

Medical negligence! Raipur doctors put Odisha man’s chopped thumb in abdomen for replantation 
Medical negligence! Raipur doctors put Odisha man’s chopped thumb in abdomen for replantation 

Now, with the doctors’ assurance proven wrong and the patient suffering from pain due to the wound on the abdomen, the patient’s family has knocked on the door of the Consumer court praying for a compensation of Rs 5 crore. 

Midbrain activation technique
Children in Odisha mesmerize with unique midbrain activation technique

It is through the mid-brain activation technique that children from class II to Plus II are now able to do wonderful things like reading books without looking at pages. Not only this, but the children can also read text messages by opening their mobile lock blindfolded.

Sambalpuri Day observed with pomp and gaiety; pioneer of Sambalpuri language remembered 
Sambalpuri Day observed with pomp and gaiety; pioneer of Sambalpuri language remembered 

Today is the birth anniversary of the promoter of the Sambalpuri language, Satyanarayan Bohidar and the day is celebrated as ‘Sambalpuri Day.’

Man goes missing after jumping into Mahanadi river in Sambalpur
Man goes missing after jumping into Mahanadi river in Sambalpur

The man has been identified as Samiran Pradhan of Patulidhipa village under Naktideul block in the district.

Hirakud Dam Releases first floodwater
Hirakud releases season's first floodwater; alert sounded for downstream areas

As per schedule, the sluice gates of Hirakud Dam were opened at 9 am today.  Authorities said the release of excess water from Hirakud is attributed to the rise in the water level of the distributaries downstream.

2 minor girls rescued from being trafficked to Chennai; accuse mother's male friend of sexually expl
2 minor girls rescued from being trafficked to Chennai; accuse mother's male friend of sexually exploiting them in Odisha 

During questioning, the sisters revealed that their mother and her paramour had been torturing them. The victims have also accused their mother's friend of sexually assaulting them.

Hirakud Dam
Mahanadi water level rising; Hirakud Dam to open gates on Sunday

As per the official announcement, Hirakud will open gates for the first time this season on July 23. A final decision on the number of gates to be opened will be taken on the same day itself. The Hirakud gates will be opened at 9 am on Sunday.

Peace Committee Meeting By Sambalpur Administration
Collective religious processions banned in Sambalpur for one year

The decision was taken in a peace committee meeting held in Sambalpur today.

Hirakud Dam
Hirakud dam to open gates on July 23, Mahanadi downstream areas alerted

As per reports, the gates will be opened at 9am on July 23 amid a rise in reservoir water level following recent rains in upper catchment areas of the Mahanadi River in Chhattisgarh.

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