Depression to bring heavy rain for next two days
Civil society members move DGP, collector over women safety
Mock exercise conducted at Jeypore airport
Court extends custody of suspended HoD by 14 days in suicide abetment case
CMC drive to clear encroachments near SCB
HC grants bail to suspended IAS officer in bribery case
2 teen students found pregnant
HC issues SOP for judicial officers to follow for case deadline extension
High court glare on property deals
NGT rap for OSPCB for green nod to rly siding
Rourkela police, NIT-R sign pact for tech advancements in policing
3 held for swindling cash firm of 11 lakh
GP staffer held for exploiting women
Over 34k weavers, 16k artisans benefited from schemes in 5 years: Min
3 arrested for swindling Rs 11L from cash firm through fake robbery
Depression to bring heavy rain in Odisha from July 25-28: IMD
The meteorological centre, Bhubaneswar, on July 25, 2025, issued a red warning of extremely heavy rainfall at isolated places in Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj districts, and an orange warning of very heavy rainfall in 10 other districts
Gold Coins, Rs 1.5 Crore Cash And Counting: Odisha Forest Officer Raided
The raids were conducted at the six locations in Jaipur and Bhubaneswar linked to deputy ranger Rama Chandra Nepak.
Odisha vigilance seizes Rs 1.44 crore cash, gold from Jeypore forest officers flat
Vigilance officials seized over 1.44 crore in cash, gold biscuits, and coins from the flat of Rama Chandra Nepak, a deputy ranger in Koraput. Nepak is accused of possessing assets disproportionate to his known income.
University law college authorities to address student concerns on facilities, faculty recruitment
Cong suggests no trust move against govt, BJP says it will backfire
IMD warns of extremely heavy rainfall in 4 dists
From people to govt depts, all aligned for industrial growth: Sharma
Chief secy stresses on collective efforts for child protection, welfare
Kendrapada farmers face fertiliser shortage
State nod to new investment proposals to boost jobs, economic growth
Doc loses Rs 70 lakh in online trading scam
ORERA notifies formation of CDR cell for resolving disputes
The Orissa High Court has established strict guidelines to safeguard SC/ST communities' property rights. Justice Panigrahi ruled that SC/ST family members can't sell joint property shares without a formal partition or unanimous consent from all coparceners. Sales to non-SC/ST individuals require revenue authority permission, ensuring no livelihood compromise or legal violation. Unauthorized sales are void, potentially triggering cancellation under the Orissa Land Reforms Act.
Two killed in lightning strike
Govt announces inter-state river link project
Majhi assures formation of devpt councils for tribal regions
Bargarh police rescue 17 stranded pilgrims from Gandhamardhan Hill
Woman held for trying to kill husband days after marriage
4-member committee to probe allegations against professor
BJD leader booked for allegedly raping girl, terminating pregnancy
Bhubaneswar: A leader of the opposition BJD in Bhubaneswar was Thursday booked on the charge of raping a girl, police said. The case was filed under the BNS sections 64(2) (rape), 89 (committing miscarriage without womans permission), 296 (obscene act), and 352 (criminal intimidation), besides section 6 of the POCSO Act, at the Laxmisagar police []
Congress Launches Nari Nyay To Counter Odisha Govts Shaktishree Initiative
Marking the formal launch of the campaign, OPCC President Bhakta Das and Odisha Mahila Congress president Minakshi Bahinipati inaugurated a 24x7 Womens Grievance Redressal Cell at the Congress Bhawan in Bhubaneswar
The Shalimar-Sambalpur Mahima Gosain Express experienced a minor derailment near Sambalpur City Station on Thursday morning. The rear trolley of a general coach derailed at a very slow speed. Fortunately, no injuries or casualties were reported, and the train has resumed its journey to Sambalpur. Railway officials and police are currently at the site to investigate.
To reduce backlog of cases, govt to open 56 JMFC courts
Heavy rain disrupts traffic and causes flooding in Bhubaneswar
2 new OISF battalions to help strengthen industrial security
IIT study challenges urban pollution assumptions
Govt cancels Utkal University in-charge VCs appointment
Lightning strikes kill five in state
NGT hauls up authorities for fly ash dumping on forest land
Couple arrested for duping investors of Rs 12 crore in gold trading scam
Cuttack admn to halt salaries of staff in over 50% colleges over ICC non-compliance
No evidence of bikers yet, cops await Puri girls statement for further clarity
State to hold programmes on womens safety at workplaces
Govt planning to install CCTVs in schools
Liquor manufacturing unit staffer beaten to death in Balangir
CM chairs meet as Odisha seeks mutual resolution of Mahanadi dispute
Puri girl undergoes surgery at AIIMS Delhi, remains critical
CM reviews progress of temple projects
Minister reviews drafting of PESA Act rules
Harassed nursing student fights for life after suicide bid
Both Houses of the Parliament were adjourned for a third consecutive day of the Monsoon session on Wednesday, as opposition continued disrupting the proceedings, reiterating the demand for discussions on several issues, including the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Bihar. Waving placards and raising slogans, opposition members stormed into the Well of the Lok Sabha during the Question Hour, leading to the adjournment of the proceedings for the day. Earlier the proceedings were adjourned till 2 pm when the protests and sloganeering continued. The protests continued when the House reconvened and TDP leader Krishna Prasad Tenneti, who was in the Chair, adjourned the proceedings. Opposition members raised slogans like SIR wapas lo (Roll back SIR). Speaker Om Birla said the protesting MPs were behaving as if they were on the streets and warned that he would be forced to take decisive action against them. You should behave in a manner that reflects the hopes and aspirations of the people who have elected you. You should work in a manner and debates and discuss issues that will make people's lives easier. But you have been showing street-like behaviour in Parliament, he said. Birla also told the members that their behaviour does not behove Parliamentarians. The MPs are not supposed to carry placards. If you continue with such acts, I will be forced to take decisive action, he said and asked the members to take their seats. Similar scenes played out in the Upper House, a day after Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman Jagdeep Dhankhar's sudden resignation on Monday. The House was adjourned twice on Wednesday, before halting all the proceedings for the day at 2 PM. The House was adjourned minutes after it met for the day at 11 AM, as opposition members created uproar following rejection of their adjournment notices demanding discussion on various issues, including Bihar SIR. Parliament adjourned for the day as opposition protests over Bihar SIR, other key issues Soon after the listed papers were tabled, Deputy Chairman Harivansh informed that he has received 25 notices under Rule 267 demanding discussion on SIR, demolition of slums in Delhi, alleged discrimination against migrant workers from Bengal in other states, and air safety. The Chair, however, rejected all the adjournment notices, which led to huge protest and sloganeering by MPs of different Opposition parties. Harivansh urged the House to at least allow Vaiko (MDMK) to raise his Zero Hour mention saying his Rajya Sabha term was ending on July 24. Vaiko raised the issue related to increasing incidents of arrest of Indian fishermen by Sri Lanka even as the protest continued. Amid uproar, the proceedings were adjourned till 12 noon at around 11: 10 AM. When the House reconvened at 12 noon, Ghanshyam Tiwari, who was in the Chair, called the Question Hour to be taken up, but Opposition members were on their feet and demanded that the SIR issue be discussed. Protesting members ignored requests by the Chair to allow the Question Hour to proceed, forcing him to adjourn the House till 2 PM. He earlier called the name of CPI's Sandosh Kumar P to ask his supplementary question, but he started raising the SIR issue. Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge and leaders of other Opposition parties were on their feet creating uproar. Congress Legislature Party leader Sonia Gandhi was also present in the House. At 2 PM, Ports, Shipping and Waterways Minister Sarbananda Sonowal moved The Carriage of Goods by Sea Bill 2025 for discussion and passing. However, the Opposition members continued their protest demanding a discussion on the SIR issue, with some even trooping into the Well of the House, while many others remained on their feet. Opposition MPs raised slogans against the SIR exercise, and also demanded that Leader of Opposition Mallikarjun Kharge be allowed to speak. Bhubaneswar Kalita, who was in the Chair, adjourned the House for the day as the protests continued. On Tuesday also, the Rajya Sabha witnessed several adjournments, mainly on SIR matter, and could not conduct any substantial business.
Odisha approves formation of 2 additional OISF battalions; creating 2,080 new positions
Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has sanctioned the creation of two new battalions for the Odisha Industrial Security Force (OISF), adding 2,080 positions. This expansion, driven by the 'Utkarsha Odisha-Make in Odisha 2025' initiative, aims to strengthen security for the state's rapidly growing industrial sector.
In Malkangiri, a 15-year-old girl was allegedly gang-raped by three men after being abducted. Later, a truck driver, seeing her distress, offered a lift and sexually assaulted her. Police arrested all four accused, including the truck driver from Madhya Pradesh. The survivor is receiving care at a government-run childcare centre after undergoing a medical examination, according to SP Vinod Patil.
Koraput cops launch helpline to report extortion cases
Tribal farmers in Kandhamal see income growth through dragon fruit cultivation
BPIA writes to civic body on high mast light obstructing flights path
Teen gang-raped by 2 while returning home from bday party; both held
3 hockey trainers held for teen players gang-rape
Cong, BJP spar as posters come up of arrested NSUI state chief with Rahul
Ex-hosp staff seeks justice over sexual harassment by director
Man gets 10 yr jail term for raping minor
FIR registered against principal, teacher in harassment case
Three sisters harassed near Puri, two detained
Suspended NSUI state prezs associate held
Balasore school teachers sent to judicial custody
Man arrested for child abuse again
Malkangiri horror: Gang-raped by 3, teen also sexually assaulted by driver who offered her a lift
IIT Bhubaneswar launches M.Tech in Systems Engineering for industry professionals
MKCG restricts patient referrals without dept heads approval
HC acquits 2 on death row over procedural lapses, lack of conclusive evidence
Puri teen case: Police try to trace mobile numbers near crime site
AI-based cameras help nab 80% of all poachers in last 2 years: STR authorities
Odisha NSUI chief arrested after 19-year-old alleges rape
In a significant setback for Congress, Udit Narayan Pradhan, the Odisha NSUI president, was arrested for allegedly raping a 19-year-old student in Bhubaneswar. The survivor filed a police complaint alleging that Pradhan drugged and sexually assaulted her in a hotel in March, prompting his immediate suspension by NSUI. The arrest follows increased scrutiny of crimes against women in Odisha.
Govt depts asked to submit action taken reports on RERA Act implementation
BMC plans to resolve cattle menace on Bhubaneswar roads
NSUI Odisha president held for 19-year-olds rape
CM meets guv, discusses ways to strengthen governance
Students protest at Ravenshaw university against false ragging case
UGC show cause notice to KIIT over Nepal student suicides
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a show cause notice to KIIT, Bhubaneswar, following the suicides of two Nepalese students. The notice raises serious concerns about the university's mental health support, safety protocols, and administrative response. UGC demands a response within a week, citing critical lapses identified by a fact-finding committee.
UGC show cause notice to KIIT over Nepal student suicides
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued a show cause notice to KIIT, Bhubaneswar, following the suicides of two Nepalese students. The notice raises serious concerns about the university's mental health support, safety protocols, and administrative response. UGC demands a response within a week, citing critical lapses identified by a fact-finding committee.
