The Indian Meteorological Department has issued orange and yellow alerts for thunderstorms in several districts of Odisha, urging residents to remain cautious from April 8 to April 11, 2026.
A violent confrontation in Odisha’s Rayagada district resulted in injuries to nearly 50 individuals, including 40 security personnel, amid protests against road construction for a bauxite mine.
A traditional Pala cultural event in Jajpur, Odisha, turned violent on Monday night, resulting in injuries to more than 20 individuals due to stone-pelting between rival groups.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi was presented with the World Athletics flag, marking the state’s commitment to hosting the 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships.
The Odisha government plans to distribute nearly 80,000 smartphones to Anganwadi workers to enhance the monitoring of nutritional status for mothers and children, with an investment of Rs 93 crore.
Odisha triumphed in both men’s and women’s hockey, securing gold medals at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 in Raipur, showcasing the sport’s impact on tribal communities.
The Odisha government is set to unveil a standard operating procedure for initiatives aimed at supporting women and girls, including the ‘Kanya Sumangal’ scheme, according to Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida.
A court in Odisha has sentenced 11 individuals to four years in prison for poaching a tusker in the Similipal Tiger Reserve, marking a significant step in wildlife conservation.
A young man tragically drowned in the Salanadi river in Bhadrak while attempting to create a social media reel. His friend, who was filming the event, has been detained by police.
The Odisha government has appointed chairpersons for district planning committees across all 30 districts, including four ministers and 26 BJP MLAs.
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