News from Sundargarh

Around 9,000 candidates, including B.Tech, M.Tech, and MCA holders, have applied for 107 Home Guard posts in Rourkela of Sundargarh district. The surge highlights rising unemployment concerns. Job-seekers are left with no other choice than to apply.

Sundargarh Police arrested a man identified as Badri Patra for illegally selling LPG cylinders at inflated prices. A raid at 'Patra General Store' led to the seizure of 55 cylinders, highlighting ongoing efforts to curb black marketing in Odisha.

NIT-Rourkela, in collaboration with DRDO, is pioneering maritime defence research to enhance Indian Navy submarines' stealth technology. The project focuses on advanced underwater tiles to prevent enemy sonar detection and underwater engineering activities.

Passengers of Lokmanya Tilak Terminal-Kamakhya Express detained TTEs at Rourkela over air conditioning failure and lack of water supplies. The train was halted for an hour and a half amidst commotion. No comments received from railway authorities.

Flight services in Rourkela are failing, leaving residents frustrated with constant cancellations and limited connectivity. Despite the city's importance, the lack of reliable air travel has sparked public outcry, prompting assurances from State government to address the issue.

Tension erupted at JSW mines in Odisha as over 5,000 CITU members protested, led by Bonai MLA Laxman Munda. Clashes with police broke out over job security and local employment concerns. The agitation will be intensified in future, the local MLA warned.

An explosion at Shri Mahavir Ferro Alloys in Rourkela's Kalunga Industrial Estate injured three workers. Critically injured Raju Ganju suffered 70 percent burns and is hospitalised at IGH, while two others were treated and discharged.

Odisha Vigilance arrested ITDA Project Administrator Bishwadarshi Sahoo for possessing assets disproportionate to his income after extensive raids unearthed properties worth crores and other valuables.

Vigilance officials raided properties linked to Bishwadarshi Sahu, ITDA Project Administrator, across Odisha over allegations of disproportionate assets and corruption.

Irate locals and relatives of trapped workers barged into Dalmia Cement's Rajgangpur plant after a coal hopper collapse, demanding swift rescue of Sushant Rout, Dasarath Patra, and Ranjit Bhola. Rescue operations continue.

Four workers trapped after a coal hopper collapsed at Dalmia Cement factory in Rajgangpur, Sundargarh. Rescue operations underway amidst growing safety concerns. The fatal incident has triggered heightened tensions around the cement factory premises.

Rourkela's Transport Department launches Road Safety Week from January 1 to 7, focusing on rising accidents. Involving police and students, the initiative includes rallies and street plays.

A tragic discovery in Lefripada in Sundargarh district saw an unidentified youth and scooter found charred. Police probe underway to unveil identity.

Business Conclave 2024 commenced in Rourkela, Odisha with over 100 companies. Industry Minister Sampad Chandra Swain and MSME Minister Gokulananda Mallik attend. Strategic industry discussions focus on State support. The main aim of this business conclave is to reflect the State government’s vision of Viksit Odisha.

As Rourkela prepares for the Hockey Premier League on December 28, concerns arise over waste management near Birsa Munda Stadium. Waste piles from the city have grown into unsightly mounds, posing a worrying concern as the mega event approaches. Locals have also resented limited flight operations from Rourkela airport.