Keonjhar Miners Beat Sambalpur Warriors To Lift Odisha T20 League Trophy
Subhranshu Senapati Credits Team Effort: Keonjhar Miners were crowned champions of the Odisha T20 League - CM Trophy after registering a dominant nine-wicket victory over Sambalpur Warriors in the final at the iconic Barabati Stadium. The Miners delivered a commanding all-round performance with both bat and ball to seal the title, capping an impressive campaign with a comprehensive victory in the summit clash. Sambalpur Warriors were bowled out for 102 in 18.3 overs after Keonjhars bowlers produced an excellent performance. The Warriors struggled to build momentum from the outset and kept losing wickets at regular intervals, eventually being reduced to 55/8 before being bowled out for a modest total. Jamala Mohapatra was among the standout performers with the ball for Keonjhar, returning impressive figures of 2/13 in his four overs and playing a key role in restricting the Warriors. In reply, Keonjhar suffered an early setback when Rajesh Dhupar was dismissed for just one run off four deliveries. However, Mayank Pattanayak and captain Subhranshu Senapati ensured there were no further hiccups, stitching together an unbeaten 89-run partnership to guide their side to the title. Pattanayak led the charge with an unbeaten 72 off just 34 deliveries, while Senapati provided valuable support with 32 not out off 26 balls. The duo remained composed throughout the chase and took Keonjhar across the finish line in style. Subhranshu Senapati Credits Team Effort Reflecting on the triumph, Keonjhar captain Subhranshu Senapati expressed his happiness and credited the team owner, support staff and players for their contribution throughout the title-winning campaign. I am extremely happy with this victory. I would especially like to thank our team owner and support staff for the way they stood by us throughout the tournament. We lost our first two matches, and making a comeback from that position was not easy. The support and belief they showed in us played a huge role in our journey. The credit also goes to all the players, who remained committed to the team and played for each other. Their dedication was visible on the field, and I am delighted that we have finished the tournament as champions. Pratyush Manish Khemka Hails Team's Resilience Keonjhar Miners owner Pratyush Manish Khemka also expressed his pride in the team's achievement, highlighting the players' resilience after losing their opening two matches. It has been a fantastic game and an incredible journey for us. Although we lost our first two matches in the tournament, the team showed tremendous character to bounce back and win three games in a row. We carried that momentum into the final and delivered a dominant performance. The way the players have come together and performed as a unit has been remarkable. As a team owner, I am extremely proud of what this group has achieved. Watching them play with such commitment and deliver these results truly fills my heart with joy. Words cannot fully describe how happy and proud I feel today. Dignitaries Attend the Grand Finale 1. SHRI KANAK VARDHAN SINGH DEO Honble Deputy Chief Minister, Odisha 2. SHRI SURYABANSHI SURAJ Honble Minister Sports and Youth Affairs, Odisha 3. SHRI BHARTRUHARI MAHATAB Honble Member of Parliament, Kataka, Odisha 4. SHRI MANMOHAN SAMAL Honble Member of Parliament Rajya Sabha 5. Pankaj Lochan Mohanty, President, OCA 6. Jagamohan Pattnaik, Vice President, OCA 7. Sanjay Behera, Secretary, OCA 8. Bikash Pradhan, Treasurer, OCA 9. Pratap Chandra Pradhan, Apex Council Member 10. SHRI Binod Dash, President Odisha Association for Rowing and Skulling 11. Shri Avijit Paul, General Secretary of Odisha Olympic association The dignitaries were felicitated during the ceremony by members of the OCA Apex Council. Season Awards The tournament's individual awards recognised some of the leading performers of the season. Moment of the Season: Swastik Samal presented by Gulshan Jhurani. Player of the Season: Vageesh Sharma, Keonjhar Miners presented by Susanta Kumar Panda, Managing Director, Bharat Masala. Purple Cap: Vageesh Sharma, Keonjhar Miners presented by Jyoti Ranjan Mishra, Representative, Budhababa Hospital. Orange Cap: Shantanu Mishra presented by Susanta Kumar Panda, Managing Director, Bharat Masala. The match officials were also recognised during the ceremony, including umpires Dhiraj Kumar Singh and Arun Kumar Basa, third umpire Durgadatta Das, fourth umpire Subrat Das, scorers Birabara Nayak and Sandeep Jee, and referee P. Jayachandra. Champions Crowned at Barabati The Keonjhar Miners players received their winner's medals from OCA President Pankaj Lochan Mohanty. The winner's cheque was presented to Keonjhar Miners by Odisha Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo and Rajya Sabha MP Manmohan Samal. The Keonjhar Miners players received their winner's medals from OCA President Pankaj Lochan Mohanty. Also Read: Special Cricket Stories Article Source: IANS
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India vs West Indies 2nd ODI: Shubman Gill 223* Powers Record 406 Chase, India Lead 2-0
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Odisha Records 29% Excess Rainfall in 2026 Monsoon, Defying National Deficit Trend
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Odisha Revenue Minister Orders Swift Flood Compensation for Victims
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Digital Desk | New Delhi, Sept 30 (IANS) The AATS of Delhi Police's Dwarka District has busted an illegal international call centre operating from Vipin Garden, Uttam Nagar, and arrested five persons for targeting foreign nationals by impersonating Amazon and Apple technical support executives. Acting on specific intelligence, a team led by Inspector Manish Yadav, AATS Dwarka, under the supervision of ACP/Operations Subhash Malik, conducted discreet surveillance and technical verification of the suspected call centre. A raid was subsequently conducted during the intervening night of September 28 and 29, during which five persons were found involved in cyber fraud targeting foreign nationals. The operation was carried out following directions from DCP, Dwarka, Kushal Pal Singh, as part of a special drive against illegal call centres involved in fraudulent activities. A dedicated team comprising SIs Dhananjay Kumar and Jitender Singh, ASI Dev Kumar, Head Constables Inder Singh, Sandeep, Sonu, Manish, Manoj, Pradeep, and woman Head Constable Mamta was constituted to identify such establishments, ascertain their modus operandi and apprehend those involved. According to police, the accused contacted foreign nationals through VoIP applications, including MicroSIP, X-Lite and Google Voice, while posing as Amazon and Apple technical support executives. After gaining the victims' confidence, they induced them to install AnyDesk and other remote-access software and subsequently deceived them into making payments or divulging sensitive financial information. Police said 10 laptops, four mobile phones, two Wi-Fi routers, headsets and other calling accessories were recovered from the premises. Digital evidence, including Google Voice, MicroSIP, X-Lite and AnyDesk applications, international contact databases, call scripts, login credentials and other incriminating data, was also recovered. The accused have been identified as Simranjeet, 33, a resident of Ludhiana; Mark Martin, 47, of Gurugram; Elton John Salters, 43, of Kolkata; Abhishek S Abraham, 30, of Mehrauli, Delhi; and Anita, 34, of Kendrapara, Odisha. Police said Simranjeet worked as a call-centre operator and managed operational infrastructure, including allocating user IDs, passwords and other login credentials. Martin handled overseas calls and persuaded foreign victims by posing as a technical support executive. Salters operated multiple systems and communicated with foreign nationals through VoIP applications and had previously been involved in similar activities, Abraham allegedly worked as a call-centre agent involved in cyber fraud operations, while Anita allegedly worked as a caller and used a dedicated laptop to contact foreign nationals under fictitious identities. Of the five persons apprehended, one woman has been served a notice. A case has been registered under FIR No. 259/2026 dated September 29, under Sections 318(4), 319(2), 61(2) and 3(5) of the BNS and Sections 66(C) and 66(D) of the IT Act at Mohan Garden Police Station. Further investigation is underway.
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Panjim (Goa) [India], September 30 : The Indian Coast Guard carried out a medical evacuation of a 26-year-old Indian seafarer from the Panama-flagged merchant vessel HT Unite off the coast of Goa. The evacuation took place on Tuesday with the help of the Indian Coast Guard Ship Akshay. Swift Response. Precision in Action! @IndiaCoastGuard executed a seamless medical evacuation of a 26-year-old Indian national from the #Panama flagged merchant vessel HT Unite on 29 September 26 off the coast of #Goa, the Indian Coast Guard stated on X. Coordinated seamlessly by #ICG District HQs #Goa, the emergency response was swiftly executed by #IndianCoastGuard Ship Akshay. The patient was successfully brought to safety and transferred for immediate medical attention. This flawless operation stands as a testament to ICG's relentless commitment to safeguarding lives and delivering an immediate lifeline across the open seas, the statement read. Earlier on Monday, the Indian Coast Guard rescued a chemical tanker carrying 9,000 metric tonnes of palm oil and 23 crew members after it issued a distress call off Paradip coast in Odisha and was found in an unstable, tilting condition, the maritime security agency said. In a post on X, the Indian Coast Guard said that ICGS Vishwast launched a swift & decisive operation after receiving the critical distress call from MT Seagull 9. Averting a major disaster at sea! Following a critical distress call from MT Seagull 9 off #Paradip, #ICGS Vishwast launched a swift & decisive operation to rescue the unstable chemical tanker carrying 9,000 MT palm oil & 23 crew members, the Coast Guard said. The Coast Guard added its specialist Damage Control Team boarded the vessel while braving high-risk conditions and took several measures to stabilise the tilting tanker. Braving high-risk conditions, the specialist Damage Control Team boarded the ship, deployed submersible pumps, de-flooded ballast tanks, and sealed damaged sea-pipelines to stabilize the tilting vessel, it said. (ANI)
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Indian coast guard evacuates 26-year-old seafarer from merchant ship off Goa
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Gauahar Khan Calls Out Mary Kom for Blaming Qazi Touqeer in Bigg Boss 20 Task
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Odisha Bandh: Twin Cities Experience Zero Impact as Normal Life Continues
The 12-hour Odisha bandh called on Wednesday, September 30, by the Navnirman Krushak Sangh (NNKS) and Navnirman Yuva Chhatra Sangh (NYCS) had virtually zero impact in the twin cities of Bhubaneswar and Kataka, with normal life, transport, and markets remaining completely unaffected. The shutdown was called to press for the resignation of School and Mass [] The post Odisha Bandh: Twin Cities Experience Zero Impact as Normal Life Continues appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Anganwadi Workers Protest in Bhubaneswar over 55-Year Dismissal Rule
Anganwadi workers and helpers across Odisha protested outside the State Assembly in Bhubaneswar to strongly oppose the governments policy of reviewing and dismissing workers over 55 years of age. Organised under the banner of the All Odisha Anganwadi Workers Association, affiliated with AITUC, protesters marched from Master Canteen Square, raising anti-government slogans. The outrage stems [] The post Odisha Anganwadi Workers Protest in Bhubaneswar over 55-Year Dismissal Rule appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Heard Screams, Saw Blood, Someone Stabbed Pilot: Passengers Recall flydubai Flight Horror
Passengers aboard a flydubai flight traveling from Dubai to Tel Aviv have shared harrowing accounts of mid-air terror after an incident inside the cockpit led to an emergency landing at Tabuk Airport in Saudi Arabia. The aircraft, carrying 174 passengersincluding 27 childrenand six crew members, experienced panic when screaming broke out and the plane began [] The post Heard Screams, Saw Blood, Someone Stabbed Pilot: Passengers Recall flydubai Flight Horror appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
US Envoys Bumpy Road Warning Punctures Xi-Trump Summit Bonhomie: Unacceptable to America
The warm gaiety and gala celebrations that marked Chinese President Xi Jinpings US visit have come apart with remarks from US Ambassador to China David Perdue, who warned that the road ahead in the relationship would be bumpy and said Americas dependence on China for critical supplies was unacceptable to America. The pomp and gala [] The post US Envoys Bumpy Road Warning Punctures Xi-Trump Summit Bonhomie: Unacceptable to America appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Thriving in Odisha, Rescued Orangutans to Face DNA Testing to Trace Origin
The rare orangutans currently sheltered at Bhubaneswars Nandankanan Zoological Park are set to undergo comprehensive DNA testing to conclusively determine their country of origin and lineage. Odisha Forest and Environment Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia announced that the state has coordinated with the Geological Survey of India to facilitate the sampling process. Once completed, the [] The post Thriving in Odisha, Rescued Orangutans to Face DNA Testing to Trace Origin appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Jharkhand shutdown evokes mixed response, traffic hit by road blockades in several districts
Digital Desk | Ranchi, Sep 30 (IANS) A statewide shutdown called on Wednesday by activists of the separate Jharkhand movement for pensions for agitators, jobs for dependents, among several other demands, evoked a mixed response across the state. Protesters blocked roads and disrupted traffic in districts such as Palamu, Giridih, and Bokaro, while normal life remained largely unaffected in several urban centres, including the state capital Ranchi. The bandh had a relatively stronger impact in Medininagar of Palamu , where agitators carrying bows, arrows and other traditional weapons took to the streets and blocked the busy Redma Chowk. Several protesters sat on the road as a mark of protest, causing long queues of vehicles on both sides. The blockade inconvenienced school children, commuters, and long-distance travellers. In Giridih, activists blocked the Giridih-Dumri main road near the old toll plaza at Paparwatand and raised slogans while sitting on the roadway. The blockade was later lifted following talks with the police. In Bokaro, protesters staged a road blockade at the ITI Mor area in Chas, disrupting the movement of local as well as goods-carrying vehicles for some time. The impact of the shutdown was hardly visible in Ranchi. Protesters briefly disrupted traffic near Albert Ekka Chowk in the morning, but the situation returned to normal after police and administrative officials intervened. The agitators later staged a sit-in at the nearby CPI office premises. Most markets in Ranchi remained open, while buses and autorickshaws continued to operate normally. Reports from Chatra and Garhwa indicated disruptions in the movement of buses and heavy commercial vehicles. In some parts of Ramgarh and Dhanbad, protesters appealed to traders to support the bandh, while local transportation was affected at some locations. The most impacted by the bandh were the long-distance bus services. Some services operating from Jamshedpur, Ranchi, Dhanbad and Hazaribagh to Bihar, West Bengal, Odisha, and various districts within Jharkhand were affected. They remained off roads largely as a precautionary measure. However, train services on major railway routes remained normal. Autorickshaws and e-rickshaws continued to operate in most towns and cities, although traffic congestion at key highway intersections caused temporary disruptions. Leaders of the agitation, including Pushkar Mahto and former MP Bhuvneshwar Prasad Mehta, said that several demands of Jharkhand movement activists remain unresolved even 26 years after the formation of the state. They warned that if the government fails to take a decision on their demands soon, an indefinite hunger strike would be launched across the state from November 15, the Jharkhand Foundation Day.
No seat belt on bikes, no helmet in cars: Odishas bizarre traffic fines
CAG finds 2,988 two-wheelers were fined for not wearing seat belts, while 4,786 three- and four-wheelers get challan for not having helmets on their heads
FlyDubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Pilot Dispute Triggers Hijacking Alert
A FlyDubai flight travelling from Dubai to Israels Ben Gurion Airport was forced to make an emergency landing in Saudi Arabia on Wednesday after an onboard dispute between the pilots triggered intense security concerns and a brief hijacking scare. Flight FZ 1073, carrying 174 passengers including 27 children, sent out a general emergency alert shortly [] The post FlyDubai Flight Diverts to Saudi Arabia After Pilot Dispute Triggers Hijacking Alert appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Priya Ghanghas Wins Boxing Bronze, Archers Strike Gold at Asian Games
Indias campaign at the Asian Games witnessed a phenomenal surge of success, highlighted by dramatic gold-medal triumphs on the archery field and a valiant podium finish in the boxing ring. Priya Ghanghas Secures Hard-Fought Boxing Bronze Boxer Priya Ghanghas signed off with a commendable bronze medal in the womens 60kg division. Making her impressive debut [] The post Priya Ghanghas Wins Boxing Bronze, Archers Strike Gold at Asian Games appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Public Service Commission has released the document verification schedule for Professor and Associate Professor (Mechanical Engineering) posts. Check DV dates from 12 to 23 October 2026, PPSAN-wise timings, venue at Cuttack, required documents and important instructions.
Centre Greenlights Rs 44.91 Cr Revamp for Odisha
The historic Maa Kichakeswari Temple at Khiching in Odishas Mayurbhanj district is poised for a remarkable transformation. The Central Government has officially sanctioned a substantial 44.91 crore for the comprehensive development and modernisation of the temple complex under the flagship PRASHAD scheme. The momentous decision was shared by the Union Minister of Culture and Tourism [] The post Centre Greenlights Rs 44.91 Cr Revamp for Odishas Historic Maa Kichakeswari Temple appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
ACF Soumya Ranjan Death Case: Cook Arrested, SC Dismisses Bidya Bharati
Five years after Assistant Conservator of Forests Soumya Ranjan Mahapatra died of severe burn injuries at his official residence, the long-running case has taken another sharp turn. Paralakhemundi police have arrested cook Manmath Kumbha, one of the three principal accused, on the strength of a non-bailable warrant (NBW). The arrest comes as the Supreme Court [] The post ACF Soumya Ranjan Death Case: Cook Arrested, SC Dismisses Bidya Bharatis Plea appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
JSW Cement to merge with Shiva Cement, board approves 5:41 swap ratio
JSW Cement Ltd, part of Sajjan Jindal-led JSW Group, will merge with its listed subsidiary Shiva Cement, a move that will create a single unified cement platform and unlock operational, financial and management synergies. The board of JSW Cement has approved a scheme of arrangement, including the amalgamation of Shiva Cement with and into JSW Cement, the company said in a late-night filing on Tuesday. As per the scheme, JSW Cement will issue 5 equity shares of face value Rs 10 for every 41 equity shares of face value Rs 2 held in Shiva Cement to the shareholders of Shiva Cement. The scheme is subject to receipt of requisite approvals from the stock exchanges, SEBI, the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT), Odisha Industrial Infrastructure Development Corporation, other statutory and regulatory authorities, including shareholders and creditors. The transaction is expected to be completed within 1214 months, subject to timely receipt of regulatory approvals, it said. The compa
Odisha Floods: Bhadrak Administration Shuts Schools in Affected Blocks Amid Rising Waters
The Bhadrak district administration has stepped up emergency measures in response to a worsening flood-like situation, ordering the immediate closure of all schools across affected blocks. According to an official order issued by the Collector and District Magistrate of Bhadrak (Order No. 12167, dated 29.09.2026), the decision was made strictly to ensure the safety and [] The post Odisha Floods: Bhadrak Administration Shuts Schools in Affected Blocks Amid Rising Waters appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Kataka: Mental Patient Dies of Suspected Assault at SCB
A psychiatric patient from Jajpur died under mysterious circumstances two days after being admitted to SCB Medical College and Hospital in Kataka. His family alleges that security staff and attendants beat him to death using a plastic pipe, and a postmortem has revealed multiple bruises, prompting a police investigation. According to reports, the postmortem examination [] The post Kataka: Mental Patient Dies of Suspected Assault at SCB appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Bhubaneswar remains normal during Odisha bandh despite minor detentions, says DCP
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Sambalpur Assistant Director of Factories
The Odisha Vigilance has arrested Umakant Samantaray, Assistant Director of Factories and Boilers, Sambalpur, following the unearthing of a massive wealth accumulation disproportionate to his known sources of income. Samantaray was taken into custody and will be presented before the Special Judge, Vigilance Court in Sambalpur. The arrest follows extensive simultaneous searches conducted by Vigilance [] The post Sambalpur Assistant Director of Factories & Boilers Arrested in DA Case appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai Triumph in Mixed Team Trap at Asian Games
Indias golden campaign at the Asian Games added a thrilling new chapter as the duo of Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai clinched the gold medal in the mixed team trap shooting event. Displaying remarkable composure under immense pressure, the Indian pair combined for a stellar 34 points, setting a new record and leaving fans nationwide [] The post Neeru Dhanda and Kynan Chenai Triumph in Mixed Team Trap at Asian Games appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS Seize Drugs Worth Rs 3000 Crore in Arabian Sea
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG), in a joint operation with the Gujarat Anti-Terrorism Squad (ATS), successfully intercepted and neutralised a major narcotics smuggling attempt in the Arabian Sea, west of Lakshadweep. The high-seas operation led to the arrest of five Pakistani nationals and the seizure of approximately 526 kilograms of high-grade contraband, valued at over [] The post Indian Coast Guard and Gujarat ATS Seize Drugs Worth Rs 3000 Crore in Arabian Sea appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Operation Korag: Top Lashkar-e-Taiba Terrorist
In a major counter-terrorism success, security forces neutralised top Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba (LeT) commander Mohammad Asif, alias Hashim Moosa, during a joint anti-militancy operation in Jammu and Kashmirs Budgam district. Code-named Operation Korag, the high-stakes operation was jointly executed by the Indian Armys Chinar Corps, Jammu & Kashmir Police, and the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF). [] The post Operation Korag: Top Lashkar-e-Taiba Terrorist Moosa Neutralised in J&Ks Budgam appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Puri Gundicha Temple Reopens for Public After Six Years
Bringing immense joy and spiritual relief to countless believers, the sacred Sri Gundicha Templerevered as the birthplace of Lord Jagannathofficially reopened its doors to the general public on Monday after a gap of six years. The revered shrine had remained closed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. The reopening commenced at 7:45 [] The post Puri Gundicha Temple Reopens for Public After Six Years appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Odisha Bandh Today as NNKS Demands Education Minister
Normal life and vehicular movement came to a standstill across several parts of Odisha on Wednesday as the Naba Nirman Krushak Sangathan (NNKS), alongside the Nabnirman Yuva Chhatra Sangathan (NYCS), enforced a 12-hour statewide bandh. The shutdown, spanning from 6 am to 6 pm, was called over a six-point charter of demands, spearheaded by a [] The post Odisha Bandh Today as NNKS Demands Education Ministers Resignation Over Textbook Blunders appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Multi-agency rescue averts major incident involving tanker off Odisha coast
Sea Gull 9, with 23 crew and 9,000 tonnes of palm oil, reaches Paradip after engine failure
India Notifies New CAFE Norms: Driving 16.7% Higher Fuel Efficiency by 2032
The Government of India has officially raised the bar for automotive fuel efficiency. The Ministry of Power has notified the new Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) norms for passenger vehicles, setting a clear, progressive roadmap for the next five years. Effective from April 1, 2027, through March 31, 2032, these regulations apply to all new [] The post India Notifies New CAFE Norms: Driving 16.7% Higher Fuel Efficiency by 2032 appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Interstate Cattle Smuggling Racket Under Scanner as Malkangiri Police Rescue 32 Cattle
Demonstrating swift action against illegal wildlife and livestock trafficking, the Kalimela Police in Malkangiri district successfully rescued 32 cattle and detained the accused individuals during a raid near Venkatapalam village. Acting on a reliable tip-off regarding illegal cattle trade in the area, Kalimela Police Station Inspector-in-Charge (IIC) Prabhudatta Biswal formed a special police team to [] The post Interstate Cattle Smuggling Racket Under Scanner as Malkangiri Police Rescue 32 Cattle appeared first on Pragativadi I Latest Odisha News in English I Breaking News .
Watch: Students protest in Odisha over textbook errors; national highway blocked
