Tag: Cuttack

The child sustained severe burn injuries on his left ankle.

Havildar Pradip Malick died in Cuttack when a supposed 'bomb', later identified as firecrackers, exploded during disposal near the Kathajodi river. A high-level investigation is demanded as details remain unclear.

The youth along with six others from the Kaligali area came to the Naraj barrage. Two of them jumped into the river near Kaibarta Sahi for bathing. One of them, identified as Chandan Sethi, drowned. Locals saved the other from drowning. The incident took place at around 2 pm.

During an election campaign in Baramba, BJD candidate Debi Prasad Mishra was confronted by villagers protesting over inadequate drinking water supply, leading to a disruption of his campaign event.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi criticized the BJD's governance in Odisha, highlighting corrupt practices and lack of development. During a Cuttack rally, he questioned the whereabouts of Puri temple's Ratna Bhandar keys and projected a BJP-led future focused on rapid progress.

Regional Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar has issued warning for thunderstorm activities in several parts of Odisha till May 15.

Actor-turned-politician Anubhav Mohanty faces renewed legal challenges as the JMFC court in Cuttack quashes his discharge petition, related to domestic violence allegations by ex-wife Varsha Priyadarshini. Charges are set to be framed against him.

External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar discussed India's role as a 'Vishwa Bandhu' (world friend) emphasizing its diplomatic influence and global partnerships. Highlighting record FDI inflows and strategic connectivity projects with countries like UAE, Iran, and Russia, he outlined India's effort to enhance global cooperation.

In Odisha, the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack is facing severe challenges as the air conditioning system in the non-trauma casualty ward has failed amidst a heatwave. This has exacerbated the conditions for sunstroke patients. The issue stems from a cease work by contractors over unpaid dues.

The IMD issued a red alert for severe heatwave conditions in Cuttack and Bhubaneswar, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius. This extreme heat, persisting for over 17 days, poses significant challenges for residents of Odisha.

Masquerading as policemen, the three had looted jewellery and cash over Rs 3 lakh at two places under Badambadi Police limits. They belong to the infamous 'Irani gang.' Two of them hail from Maharashtra and the other is from Madhya Pradesh.

Sofia Firdous was present in the meeting amid speculations that she may be picked as the Congress candidate for the seat, as Moquim may not contest the election due to the ORHDC loan scam case. He could not get a stay on the Orissa High Court order pertaining to the case.

The Supreme Court granted bail to Mohammad Moquim, a senior Congress leader involved in the ORHDC loan fraud case. This development is crucial as he contemplates contesting the upcoming 2024 elections from Barabati-Cuttack, a seat he previously won.

Though the victim managed to save his life from the deadly attack, he was critically injured in the process.

The Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate Police has formed a Highly Efficient Response (or HER) team to take stringent action against road romeos who cause trouble for women and girls in the Twin city.