Odisha: News
02 Aug 2024
BalasoreHow Odisha plans to counter lightning strikes via palm trees
The government of Odisha has greenlit a proposal to plant 19 lakh (1.9 million) palm trees in an effort to mitigate the rising deaths from lightning strikes in the state.
30 Jul 2024
BhubaneswarExplained: Series of train accidents in 2024 raise concern
The year 2024 has been marred by a string of unfortunate incidents for the Indian Railways, with seven major accidents reported in just the first half.
22 Jul 2024
National Development CouncilCentre rules out special status for Bihar
The Bharatiya Janata Party-led Centre has dismissed any plans to grant special category status to Bihar, a key demand of its ally, the Janata Dal (United).
15 Jul 2024
AIADMKBJP's Rajya Sabha strength drops, NDA below majority mark
The Bharatiya Janata Party has seen a decrease in its strength in the Rajya Sabha, dropping to 86 members.
14 Jul 2024
Jagannath TemplePuri Jagannath Temple's 'Ratna Bhandar' reopens after 46 years
The 'Ratna Bhandar,' a treasury of the 12th-century Jagannath temple in Puri, Odisha, reopened on Sunday at 1:28pm after being closed for 46 years.
13 Jul 2024
Droupadi MurmuOdisha governor's son accused of beating up Raj Bhavan employee
Baikunthanath Pradhan, an assistant section officer at Odisha Raj Bhavan, has filed a complaint accusing Lalit Das, son of Governor Raghubar Das, of assaulting him.
11 Jul 2024
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)CBI's big revelation on Godhra NEET case
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) as disclosed that several NEET-UG candidates from states including Odisha, Bihar, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, and Uttar Pradesh were allegedly instructed to select Gujarati as their examination language at a center in Godhra.
07 Jul 2024
Droupadi MurmuPuri's Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024 begins, President Murmu to attend
The two-day Jagannath Rath Yatra 2024 began on Sunday in Odisha's Puri. President Droupadi Murmu, who is on a four-day visit to the state starting Saturday, will be attending the yatra.
03 Jul 2024
Biju Janata DalBJP's former ally, BJD, joins opposition's walkout in Rajya Sabha
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) joined the opposition's walkout on Wednesday during Prime Minister Narendra Modi's reply to the Motion of Thanks to the President's address in Rajya Sabha.
19 Jun 2024
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Heatwave to ease from June 20; thunderstorms expected in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heatwave conditions in New Delhi on Wednesday, with potential thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and gusty winds.
18 Jun 2024
BalasoreOdisha curfew: What led to communal violence in Balasore?
Balasore in Odisha is under curfew following violent clashes between two groups.
13 Jun 2024
PuriOdisha: BJP government approves reopening of Puri Jagannath Temple gates
In its first cabinet meeting, the newly elected Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Odisha has approved the reopening of all four gates of the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri.
11 Jun 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)4-time MLA Mohan Majhi is new Odisha CM
Mohan Majhi, a four-time Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) from Keonjhar, has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Odisha.
09 Jun 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Patnaik's aide VK Pandian retires from politics after election drubbing
Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's close aide, VK Pandian, has announced his retirement from active politics.
09 Jun 2024
AssemblySwearing-in ceremony for first BJP government in Odisha rescheduled
The swearing-in ceremony for the first Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) government in Odisha has been postponed from June 10 to June 12.
06 Jun 2024
Arunachal PradeshIMD issues heavy rainfall warning for NE states, others
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall across several states over the next five days due to multiple cyclonic circulations and a Western Disturbance.
06 Jun 2024
Naveen PatnaikNaveen Patnaik reacts as BJP ends BJD's 24-year-rule in Odisha
Outgoing Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik addressed his party MLAs on Wednesday, following the defeat of his party, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD), to the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) in the recent assembly polls.
04 Jun 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Odisha: BJP takes the lead in Lok Sabha, Assembly polls
In a significant political shift, the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has surged ahead of the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha's Lok Sabha and Assembly elections.
31 May 2024
Narendra ModiPolling kicks off for final phase of Lok Sabha elections
Polling for the final phase of the Lok Sabha elections on 57 seats kicked off at 7:00am on Saturday.
26 May 2024
BangladeshCyclone 'Remal' to hit Bengal tonight; Kolkata airport suspends operations
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) announced on Sunday that Cyclone 'Remal' is expected to intensify into a severe cyclonic storm within the next six hours.
25 May 2024
BiharLS elections: Which states recorded highest, lowest voter turnout today
Polling for 58 Lok Sabha seats across six states and two union territories ended at 7:00pm on Saturday.
25 May 2024
BangladeshCyclone Remal to make landfall in Bengal, red alert issued
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said that a depression in the Bay of Bengal is likely to develop into a severe cyclonic storm and make landfall on Sunday.
22 May 2024
India Meteorological Department (IMD)North India on red alert; temperature to soar over 45°
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued a severe heatwave warning for several states in North India, including Rajasthan, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Uttar Pradesh for Wednesday.
16 May 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)BJP worker killed in pre-election clash in Odisha
A Bharatiya Janata Party worker, identified as Dilip Pahan, was killed during a pre-election clash with the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party workers in Srikrushnasaranpur village, Odisha, on Wednesday.
13 May 2024
Narendra Modi'Let's do our duty…': Modi's message to voters
As polling began in 96 parliamentary constituencies in nine states and one union territory, Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Monday urged people to vote in large numbers to strengthen democracy.
11 May 2024
Elections'Name all Odisha districts': PM Modi dares Odisha CM Patnaik
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, during a public meeting in Kandhamal, Odisha, on Saturday issued a challenge to the state's Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik.
04 May 2024
Congress Party'Denied funds': Congress's Sucharita Mohanty returns Puri ticket
Sucharita Mohanty, the Congress Party's nominee for the Puri Lok Sabha seat, has returned her ticket due to a lack of campaign funds.
04 May 2024
Andhra PradeshHeatwave alert in Bengal, Odisha, Karnataka, Andhra till May 7
Several states in India, including West Bengal, Odisha, Bihar, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu, are expected to continue seeing heatwave conditions until May 7.
30 Apr 2024
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Severe heatwave sweeps across India, prompting warnings and closures
India is grappling with an intense heatwave, with temperatures reaching a scorching 45°C on Monday.
03 Apr 2024
BastarChhattisgarh: 13 Maoists neutralized in combing operation ahead of polls
Security forces in the Bijapur district of Chhattisgarh neutralized at least 13 Maoists in one of the biggest security operations in recent years.
26 Mar 2024
Adani PortsAdani Ports acquires Odisha's Gopalpur Port for Rs. 3,080 crore
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) has successfully procured a 95% stake in Odisha's Gopalpur Port.
22 Mar 2024
Narendra Modi2024 elections: No BJP-BJD alliance in Odisha
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) on Friday announced its decision to contest independently the upcoming Lok Sabha and Odisha Assembly elections.
08 Mar 2024
Maha ShivratriPlaces to witness the majesty of Mahashivratri
Maha Shivratri, a great night dedicated to Lord Shiva, is an auspicious occasion celebrated with fervor and devotion across the Indian subcontinent.
07 Mar 2024
Naveen PatnaikNaveen Patnaik's BJD, BJP hint at alliance after 15 years
Odisha's Biju Janata Dal (BJD), led by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, is considering reestablishing ties with the ruling Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) for the upcoming Lok Sabha and assembly elections.
03 Mar 2024
Ashwini VaishnawAndhra trains collided as driver watched cricket on phone: Minister
Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said on Saturday that the driver and assistant driver of one of the two trains involved in a fatal collision in Andhra Pradesh last year were watching a cricket match on their phone during the accident, PTI reported.
26 Jan 2024
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)Odisha: Alleging a nexus, Congress organizes 'wedding' between BJP, BJD
The Odisha Congress staged a mock wedding between the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) and Naveen Patnaik-led Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Bhubaneswar.
21 Jan 2024
SpiritualityTemple tales: 5 bizarre places of worship in India
India, a land rich in cultural and religious diversity, is home to a multitude of temples, each with its unique charm and significance.
10 Jan 2024
FoodFrom red ant chutney to khaje, exploring the GI-tagged delicacies
Odisha's red ant chutney also known as kai chutney, made with red weaver ants, was recently awarded a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.
10 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismIndian islands and beaches besides Lakshadweep that need your attention
After Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit and the controversy it sparked in the Maldives, Lakshadweep is getting more attention. Indians are supporting the Union territory by boycotting travel to the Maldives to show solidarity.
08 Jan 2024
Travel And TourismStunning rainforests in India that you shouldn't miss
Tucked away among the varied motifs of India's topography, rainforests serve as vivid verdant havens, alive with life and resonating with the melodies of the natural world.
01 Jan 2024
Jagannath TempleMandatory dress code implemented at Puri's Jagannath Temple: What's banned
The Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha, on Monday implemented a strict dress code for devotees entering the 12th-century shrine.
23 Dec 2023
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)BJP, BJD spar over YouTuber Kamiya Jani's Jagannath Temple visit
A major controversy has erupted over social media influencer and Curly Tales founder Kamiya Jani's visit to the Shree Jagannath Temple in Puri, Odisha.
18 Dec 2023
Narendra Modi2023 election recap: BJP gets lift, Congress faces reality check
The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has registered an impressive win in three states in the last leg of this year's assembly elections.
13 Dec 2023
Income Tax Department of IndiaGeo-surveillance, managers questioned: Raids continue at Dhiraj Sahu's Jharkhand home
The Income Tax Department's marathon raids at Congress MP Dhiraj Sahu's residence in Jharkhand continued on Wednesday.
10 Dec 2023
Income Tax Department of India'Rs. 300cr and counting': Cash-counting at Congress MP-linked distillery expedited
The Income Tax Department has reportedly deployed additional manpower and machines to expedite the counting of cash seized during its raids on properties of an Odisha-based distillery group.
09 Dec 2023
Congress PartyI-T Department's Rs. 290cr 'biggest cash-recovery' linked to Congress MP
At least Rs. 290 crore in cash has reportedly been recovered by the Income Tax Department from premises linked to the Congress's Rajya Sabha MP Dheeraj Sahu in Odisha, Jharkhand, and West Bengal.
08 Dec 2023
Income Tax Department of IndiaOdisha: Rs. 100 crore recovered from almirahs of Congress MP
The Income Tax Department, on Friday, seized over Rs. 100 crore in cash from locations connected to Congress leader and Rajya Sabha MP Dheeraj Sahu in Odisha.
07 Dec 2023
Income Tax Department of IndiaOver Rs. 150cr recovered during raid at liquor manufacturing company
Income Tax (IT) Department officials conducted raids at multiple locations linked to Boudh Distilleries Private Limited (BDPL) on Wednesday and recovered significant amounts of cash in the last two days.
04 Dec 2023
ChennaiCyclone Michaung: Heavy rain floods runway at Chennai airport
Ahead of Cyclone Michaung's expected landfall on Tuesday, heavy rains lashed several parts of Tamil Nadu and flooded the Chennai International Airport on Monday.
04 Dec 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Michaung intensifies; high alert in Andhra, Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued heavy rainfall alerts for Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, and Odisha as Cyclone Michaung intensified into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the Southwest Bay of Bengal on Monday.
16 Nov 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Midhili likely to make landfall in Bangladesh on Saturday
The India Meteorological Department (IMD), on Thursday, warned of an upcoming cyclone that could impact India.
15 Nov 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Threat of 2 cyclones looms over Bay of Bengal: IMD
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted that two low-pressure systems in the Bay of Bengal could potentially escalate into cyclones.
24 Oct 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Cyclone Hamoon intensifies, heavy rainfall alert in several states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday said that Cyclone Hamoon has intensified into a "severe cyclonic storm" over the northwest Bay of Bengal.
06 Oct 2023
West BengalOdisha: Over 2,800 cases, 8 deaths from Scrub Typhus
At least eight people have died due to Scrub Typhus in Odisha, the state's health director said.
26 Sep 2023
FashionExploring Eastern Indian embroidery: From 'kantha' to 'pipli applique'
Eastern India is home to a wealth of fine needlework techniques and is known for its rich cultural heritage.
19 Sep 2023
ShoppingShop the pride of Odisha: Must-buy GI tagged products
When it comes to the shopping scene in Odisha, there's a lot you can get your hands on as souvenirs.
12 Sep 2023
Uttar PradeshOver 20 dead, schools shut as rains batter Uttar Pradesh
At least 21 people died in the last 24 hours as heavy rainfall lashed Uttar Pradesh, causing waterlogging and disrupting daily life, reported The Times of India.
25 Aug 2023
Travel And TourismRural Tourism: Must-visit rural gems in India
Had enough of the common tourist destinations and desire the calmness of villages? Look no further, because we have curated a list of the most serene and stunning villages across India.
08 Aug 2023
CryptocurrencyHow Odisha Police busted Rs. 1,000 crore cryptocurrency scam
The Odisha Police has reportedly busted a cryptocurrency investment scam worth Rs. 1,000 crore and arrested two suspects, including the head of Solar Techno Alliance (STA) Crypto Token, Gurtej Singh Sidhu.
06 Aug 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Heavy rainfall predicted in Uttarakhand, UP; light showers in Delhi
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted heavy to extremely heavy rainfall across Uttarakhand, northern Uttar Pradesh, Jharkhand, Sub-Himalayan West Bengal, and parts of Northeast India for the next four-five days.
05 Aug 2023
Amit ShahOdisha: Amit Shah to hold meeting on left-wing extremism
Union Home Minister Amit Shah is reportedly scheduled to hold an important meeting on left-wing extremism in Odisha on Saturday.
03 Aug 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)Weather update: IMD predicts heavy rainfall over western Odisha today
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicted heavy to very heavy rainfall on Thursday in different parts of Odisha.
25 Jul 2023
India Meteorological Department (IMD)High alert in 6 states amid heavy rainfall forecast
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted moderate to heavy rainfall in six states and a union territory till Wednesday.
17 Jul 2023
Central Government7th Pay Commission: Centre may hike Dearness Allowance by 4%
The central government is evaluating the possibility of increasing the Dearness Allowance (DA) for its employees by four percent after several states recently hiked their DA for state government employees, according to the news outlet News 18.
07 Jul 2023
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)Odisha train accident: CBI arrests 3 railway employees
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) arrested three Indian Railways employees on Friday in connection with the Balasore triple-train accident in Odisha that left nearly 300 people dead.
04 Jul 2023
BalasoreOdisha train tragedy: Wrong signaling led to collision, says report
The inquiry by the Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS) has found wrong signaling and human errors as reasons for the triple train accident in Odisha's Balasore, which killed at least 293 people last month, reported The Indian Express.
01 Jul 2023
Indian RailwaysFaults at various levels caused Balasore train tragedy: CRS report
The Commissioner of Railway Safety (CRS), investigating the catastrophic triple train accident in Odisha's Balasore, reportedly submitted a report to the Railway Board on Thursday that highlighted faults of the Operations (Traffic) Signaling and Telecommunication (S&T) departments.
23 Jun 2023
BalasoreWeeks after Balasore train crash, Railways transfers 5 top officials
Around three weeks after the triple train crash in Odisha's Balasore district, five top officials of the South Eastern Railway (SER) have been transferred.
20 Jun 2023
IndiaMangoes worth Rs. 2.5 lakh/kg stolen in Odisha
Mangoes worth Rs. 2.5 lakh/kg in the global market were stolen from a farm in the Nuapada district of Odisha, a day after the farm's owner shared their picture on social media, reported India Today.
20 Jun 2023
SpiritualityJagannath Rath Yatra: History, significance, and celebrations
The most anticipated Hindu festival in Odisha, Jagannath Rath Yatra is being celebrated on June 20 this year.
19 Jun 2023
Indian RailwaysOdisha crash: Know about Railways' Rs. 370 crore 'deep-screen' plan
The Indian Railways has reportedly decided to spend Rs. 370 crore to "deep-screen" all tracks in the South Eastern Railway, the zone where the horrifying triple-train accident occurred in Odisha earlier this month.
13 Jun 2023
Tata SteelOdisha: Blast at Tata Steel plant injures 19
At least 19 people were injured after an explosion occurred at a blast furnace of Tata Steel's plant in Meramandali village of Odisha's Dhenkanal district on Tuesday, reported MoneyControl.
12 Jun 2023
Indian RailwaysHuman errors caused 192 train accidents in India since 2017
Human error by the railway staff and general public reportedly caused over 192 train accidents in India between 2017 and 2022, data by the Commission of Railway Safety (CRS) revealed, per News18.
11 Jun 2023
BalasoreHow victims of Odisha train accident were identified using AI
The triple train tragedy in Odisha's Balasore threw multiple challenges for the authorities, and the biggest one was the identification of scores of bodies.
09 Jun 2023
BalasoreOdisha train tragedy: School-turned-morgue demolished after corpses terrify students
The Bahanaga Nodal High School in Balasore, which was turned into a temporary morgue for the Odisha train accident victims, has been demolished, News18 reported.
07 Jun 2023
BalasoreOdisha train accident could be result of human error: Report
The Odisha triple train accident, which killed at least 288 people and injured over 900, might be the result of "human error," Railways officials told News18.
07 Jun 2023
Train Accident51 hours, 2,300 personnel: All about Balasore accident rescue
The triple train crash near Odisha's Balasore, which claimed the lives of 288 people and injured over 900 others, saw more than 2,300 personnel carry out an arduous rescue operation lasting for 51 hours.
06 Jun 2023
Central Bureau Of Investigation (CBI)CBI takes over Odisha train tragedy probe on Centre's request
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) on Tuesday took over the investigation into the Odisha triple train crash, which killed around 278 people and injured over 900.
