Subarnapur district has figured on the political and cultural map of Odisha since the pre-historic period. The chronological history of Subarnapur starts from 8th century AD. Suvarnapur or modern Subarnapur occupies a place of prime importance at different period under the rule of different royal families like the Bhanjas, the Somovamsis, and the Telgu–chodas, the kalachuais, the Gangas and the chouhans who ruled over this territory. The chronological history of Subarnapur district can be dated from 8th century AD, when it was known as Swarnapur and was a part of Khinjali Mandal, ruled by the Bhanjas as the feudatory of the Bhaumakaras of Toshali. The District was ruled by many dynasties from its past. It is known as the second temple city of Odisha. Pancharatha Temple is a highly revered shrine at Sonpur, in Odisha. This beautiful temple, constructed in a chariot size, resembles Lankeswari Temple is located inside the river Mahanadi in Subarnapur district. Subarnapur is also famous for its tie and dye work on handlooms.
In a dramatic turn of events, a car carrying a large consignment of ganja was allegedly set on fire by its driver after a tyre burst in Binika town’s Nuabazar area of Sonepur district on Saturday.
A minor college girl was brutally assaulted at Binika bus stand in Sonepur on August 19, with CCTV capturing the attack and no bystander intervention; police and CWC are investigating.
A crocodile sighting in Mahanadi river near Duradura village, Subarnapur, Odisha, prompted a safety advisory from the Forest Department, urging locals to avoid the river.
Seven PACS secretaries from Sonepur and Boudh districts skipped duty for a foreign trip, disrupting fertiliser sales and scheme distributions. Three from Sonepur were suspended, while four from Boudh faced no action, sparking farmer discontent.
A 24-year-old, Hamit Rana, died in Subarnapur, Odisha, after allegedly being forced to consume filaria medicine by health workers. Under this pressure, 10 members of Hamit's family allegedly took the medicine. Soon after taking medicine, Hamit began showing severe health complications. His family demands compensation, blocking roads in protest.
Sudarshan Mahananda was arrested in Subarnapur for smuggling 50 litres of illicit Mahuli liquor disguised as a Kanwariya, highlighting a unique method of deception during the monsoon pilgrimage season. The operation was part of a targeted crackdown on illegal liquor trade during the monsoon pilgrimage season, where smugglers often use disguises to bypass checkpoints.
20 injured, four critically, as a speeding Hyva truck crushes a passenger van on NH-57 near Jhinki Pantheni in Odisha. The group was traveling to Puri from Sagarapali village.
Fishermen in Binika, Odisha, netted a rare 100 kg Goonch catfish from the Mahanadi River, drawing crowds due to its size and medicinal value. The fish, believed to have immense therapeutic properties, is sold in the local market at a price of Rs 300 per kilogram. The catch has not only created excitement in the local community but also highlighted the rich biodiversity of Mahanadi.
A market complex in Subarnapur is being lifted and moved 500 meters by a Haryana-based company, marking a rare engineering achievement in Odisha. Once relocated to the new place, the building will be reshaped into an L-formation to house 15 shops and will be elevated three feet from its current height.
Ballabh Kheti, former sarpanch of Gajabandh and husband of current sarpanch Basanti Kheti, was brutally murdered in Sonepur district. Unidentified assailants attacked him with sharp weapons near Pandarapali village.
At least 20 injured as Shubhalaxmi bus crashes near Murmuri Bridge in Binka, Sonepur. Overspeeding or mechanical failure suspected.
Bilas Merli, aged 70 from Birmaharajpur, received a tricycle and increased pension after OTV aired her story. Birmaharajpur ABDO stated that they are committed to ensuring Bilas is able to access other government benefits. Her Unique Identification ID will be created soon.
Odisha Vigilance caught assistant fisheries officer (AFO) Bibhuti Bhusan Pradhan for taking a Rs 30,000 bribe in Biramaharajpur in Subarnapur district. Arrested with Babulal Barik, they were nabbed when bribing a WSHG complainant for subsidy release.
Patients at Binika CHC in Subarnapur are treated under mobile lights due to generator failure. A patient named Gurudeb Behera highlights the ongoing issue, while Medical Officer Panigrahy assures resolution soon. Allegedly, the practice is going on for years.
Aged 95, Peera Chuhan from Singhari in Subarnapur faces hurdles getting her Rs 3,500 pension. Carried to a hearing on a cot, she highlights struggles under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana. As of now, the administration has not officially commented on her concerns.
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