Kashmiri Pandits Face Fresh Terror Threats in Kashmir
Fresh threats have targeted Kashmiri Pandit government employees. PM Package workers now seek stronger security and an investigation.
Category: Odisha
Odisha Suspects International Smuggling Behind 5 Orangutans
Five orangutans were found in Odisha’s Bhograi area. Authorities suspect international smuggling and ordered a joint investigation.
Odisha Governor Meets Amit Shah, Discusses State Development
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati met Amit Shah in Delhi. They discussed security, development and tribal welfare.
BJD Plans to Corner Centre in Parliament
BJD has finalized an 11-point agenda to question the Central Government in Parliament. The party will focus on Odisha’s farmers, coal royalty, the Mahanadi dispute, inflation, the NEET paper leak, and law and order.
Suspended BJD Leader Prabhat Biswal Joins BJP
Former BJD MLA Prabhat Ranjan Biswal has formally joined the BJP months after his expulsion from the BJD. His entry marks another significant political shift in Cuttack.
One Year Later, FM College Case Awaits Final Chargesheet
The FM College self-immolation case has completed one year without a final chargesheet. The victim’s family has urged authorities to speed up the investigation and begin the trial.
Puri Makes Public Toilets Paid
Puri will soon charge ₹10 for every public toilet visit. The decision has triggered criticism because the city already faces a shortage of functional toilets.
₹5.15 Crore River Embankment Road Damaged Within a Month
Residents alleged poor construction after a newly built ₹5.15 crore river embankment road developed cracks and damaged asphalt within weeks of completion.
Excise Seizes ₹12 Crore Ganja Hidden in Saree Bags
The Balangir Excise Department intercepted two pickup vehicles carrying 12 quintals of ganja concealed in saree bags and arrested four alleged traffickers.
Odisha Plans Major Development of Maa Bali Harachandi Temple
The Odisha government has initiated discussions to comprehensively develop Maa Bali Harachandi Shrine and promote it as one of the state’s premier spiritual tourism destinations.
Revenue, PR Dept. Clash Over ₹283cr Minor Mineral Royalty
The Odisha government has launched an investigation after audit findings revealed that ₹283 crore in minor mineral royalty was deposited in tehsildars’ bank accounts instead of the government treasury between 2023-24 and 2025-26.
Rainwater Floods Swapneswar Mahadev Temple
Heavy rainwater flooded the Swapneswar Mahadev Temple in Athagarh, Cuttack. Devotees entered the waterlogged temple to offer prayers and urged authorities to resolve the recurring problem.