Odisha: News
IMD issues red alert as Cyclone 'Montha' nears Andhra landfall
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a red alert for parts of Andhra Pradesh as the deep depression in the Bay of Bengal is likely to intensify into a "severe cyclonic storm" by October 28.
Odisha government approves energy projects worth ₹1.46L crore
The Odisha government has approved 33 investment proposals worth ₹1.46 lakh crore, including a major coal-to-chemical project by Adani Enterprises Limited.
How Odisha plans to become an aviation hub in India
The Odisha government has approved the 'B-MAAN' scheme (Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network) with a whopping budget of ₹14,182 crore.
Cyclone 'Montha' likely to form over Bay of Bengal
Chennai and its neighboring areas are on high alert as the India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts a cyclonic system over the Bay of Bengal.
Andhra bus fire: Vehicle had 16 challans for traffic violations
The Kaveri Travels bus that caught fire in Andhra Pradesh's Kurnool district, killing at least 20 passengers, had a long history of traffic violations.
Bank holidays: Check state-wise closures for Diwali 2025
As India gears up for Diwali 2025, a series of bank holidays are on the cards.
Durgapur gang-rape case: Mamata defends remarks; police arrest fourth accused
The West Bengal Police have arrested a fourth suspect in the alleged gang-rape of a second-year medical student from Odisha in Durgapur.
IMD predicts heavy rainfall in southern states till October 18
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted widespread rainfall and thunderstorms across southern states, including Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana, till October 18.
'How she came out at night?' Mamata on Durgapur gang-rape
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has described the gang-rape of a medical student in Durgapur as a "shocking" incident.
'Durgapur medical student gang-rape shocking': Mamata Banerjee's first statement
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee has called the alleged gang rape of a medical student in Durgapur "shocking."
Durgapur gang-rape: NCW suggests probing survivor's friend, political controversy erupts
The National Commission for Women (NCW) has suggested that the police should interrogate a friend of a 23-year-old Odisha college student, who was allegedly gang-raped in West Bengal's Durgapur.
West Bengal: 3 arrested for gang-rape of Odisha MBBS student
Three men have been arrested for the alleged gang-rape of a second-year MBBS student from Odisha's Balasore.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued an orange alert for heavy rainfall in Tamil Nadu and southern interior Karnataka. The alert comes as the southwest monsoon season continues to linger over southern India.
Karnataka Cabinet approves 1 paid menstrual leave every month
The Karnataka government has approved a policy granting one day of paid menstrual leave per month to female employees in government offices, private companies, and industries.
Cuttack violence: Curfew, internet shutdown extended; 8 arrests made
A curfew and internet shutdown in Cuttack, Odisha, have been extended as the city attempts to return to normalcy after days of communal violence.
When in Odisha, try these local dishes
Mornings in Odisha are incomplete without the state's traditional breakfast dishes.
36-hour curfew, internet shut down in Cuttack after communal violence
A 36-hour curfew has been imposed in parts of Cuttack, Odisha, after a Durga Puja procession and a later Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) rally turned violent.
Cuttack on high alert after Durga idol immersion violence
Odisha's Cuttack city is on high alert after fresh violence erupted following clashes during Durga Puja idol immersion.
Why Tata Steel has received ₹2,410cr demand notice in Odisha
Tata Steel has been issued a demand notice of ₹2,410.89 crore by the Office of the Deputy Director of Mines, Jajpur.
Who's Dimple Hayathi? Actor booked for abusing domestic help
Telugu actor Dimple Hayathi and her husband Victor David have been accused of abusing their domestic help.
Odisha youth electrocuted at girlfriend's home; family alleges foul play
A young man from Odisha, identified as Biswajit Behera, died of electrocution at his girlfriend's house.
Congress indulged in 'loot tantra' during rule: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a scathing attack on the Congress party over the Goods and Services Tax (GST) reforms.
PM Modi launches BSNL's 'Swadeshi' 4G network
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited's (BSNL) 'Swadeshi' 4G network from Jharsuguda, Odisha.
PM Modi to launch BSNL's 'Swadeshi' 4G network tomorrow
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch the state-owned Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL)'s 'Swadeshi' 4G network on September 27.
Karan Johar to remake Odia blockbuster 'Bou Buttu Bhuta'?
Dharma Productions, helmed by Karan Johar, is in the process of acquiring the remake rights of the record-breaking Odia film Bou Buttu Bhuta (2025).
Odisha tribal leader George Tirkey passes away at 67
George Tirkey, a prominent trade union leader and former Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) of Odisha, passed away early on Saturday. He was 67.
Odisha man slits wife's throat in public view after argument
A shocking incident took place in Balasore, Odisha, where one Sheikh Amjad from Cuttack attacked his estranged wife in broad daylight.
Odisha: College student gang-raped in front of boyfriend near beach
A 19-year-old college student was allegedly gang-raped by two men in front of her boyfriend near a beach in Puri, Odisha.
Monsoon likely to start withdrawing from September 15: IMD
The southwest monsoon is likely to start withdrawing from northwest India around September 15, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) has said.
IMD issues heavy rainfall warning for Gujarat, Maharashtra
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a fresh rainfall warning for large parts of India.
'Cannot overlook...ground realities': SC refuses ban on illegal Bangladeshi immigrants
The Supreme Court has refused to pass an interim order in a case concerning the detention of Bengali-speaking migrant workers.
National-level para-athlete dies of rabies after dog attack in Odisha
A 33-year-old national-level para-athlete, Jogendra Chhatria, and a 48-year-old farmer, Hrushikesh Rana, died of rabies in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, weeks after they were attacked by a rabid dog on July 23.
UP: Cousin celebrates Rakhi with sister; later rapes, hangs her
A 14-year-old girl was allegedly raped and murdered by her cousin in Uttar Pradesh's Auraiya.
Odisha college student self-immolates over blackmail by boyfriend
A 20-year-old college student in Odisha's Kendrapara district died by suicide on Wednesday morning.
Andhra Pradesh: 6 Odisha migrant workers killed in quarry accident
In a tragic incident, six migrant workers from Odisha were killed at the Satyakrishna Granite Quarry in Andhra Pradesh's Bapatla district on Sunday.
15-year-old Odisha girl set afire succumbs in AIIMS Delhi
A 15-year-old girl, who was allegedly set on fire by three unidentified men in Odisha's Puri district, succumbed to her injuries at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in New Delhi.
'PRALAY' missile successfully tested by DRDO for second consecutive day
The Defence Research and Development Organisation(DRDO) has successfully conducted two consecutive flight tests of its indigenously developed 'PRALAY' missile.
Why 2 Adani projects have been canceled in Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government has terminated two pumped hydro storage power projects of Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL) at the company's request.
Over 7,000 suspected heatstroke cases reported in India this summer
India has witnessed a staggering 7,192 suspected cases of heatstroke only and 14 confirmed deaths due to extreme heat between March 1 and June 24 this year.
Odisha brothers try burying minor alive after gang-rape causes pregnancy
Three men allegedly gang-raped a 15-year-old girl and then tried to bury her alive after they found out that she was pregnant in Odisha's Jagatsinghpur district.
Odisha: Four hockey coaches detained for allegedly gang-raping minor
Police have detained four hockey coaches in connection with the alleged gang-rape of a 15-year-old girl trainee.
Odisha NSUI president arrested for spiking drink, raping engineering student
Udit Pradhan, the president of the National Students's Union of India (NSUI) in Odisha, has been arrested for allegedly raping a 19-year-old engineering student.
'Ashamed': Mamata leads mega protest against 'harassment' of Bengali migrants
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee led a massive protest in Kolkata on Wednesday against the alleged harassment of Bengali-speaking people in Bharatiya Janata Party-ruled states.
Odisha: Drunk auto-driver hammers parents to death, sleeps with bodies
In a shocking incident, a 55-year-old auto-rickshaw driver allegedly killed his parents in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district on Tuesday night.
'Will commit suicide': Odisha student warned before self-immolation over harassment
A 22-year-old woman student of Fakir Mohan (Autonomous) College in Balasore, Odisha, died on Friday, three days after she set herself on fire over inaction on her sexual harassment complaint against a professor.
Odisha student who self-immolated over inaction against harassment complaint dies
A 20-year-old integrated BEd student of FM Autonomous College in Balasore, Odisha, succumbed to her injuries after a self-immolation attempt on July 12.
Odisha gets its first government woman driver
In a historic move for women's empowerment, 45-year-old Sandhya Rani Majhi has been appointed as the first woman government vehicle driver in Odisha.
Another Odisha couple made to pull plough over same-clan marriage
A young couple in Odisha's Koraput district was publicly humiliated and paraded through their village while allegedly tied to a wooden plough for marrying within the same clan.
Odisha student in BEd college burns herself over harassment
A second-year Integrated BEd student at Fakir Mohan (Autonomous) College in Balasore, Odisha, set herself on fire on Saturday.
Jindal to invest ₹15,000cr in Odisha by 2030
Jindal (India) Ltd has secured approval from the Odisha government for its proposed greenfield steel plant.
Serial killer who murdered taxi drivers arrested after 25 years
Ajay Lamba (49), a fugitive wanted for over 25 years for the murders of multiple cab drivers, was arrested in Delhi on Sunday.
IMD issues orange alert for heavy rainfall in 10 states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued orange alerts for heavy rainfall in 10 states across the country for July 5.
Odisha government officials take 'mass leave' after bureaucrat brutally assaulted
Senior officials of the Odisha government have been on mass leave for two days in over 20 districts.
IMD predicts above-normal July rainfall; flood alert in these states
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has predicted above-normal rainfall for July, exceeding 106% of the long period average. This forecast is expected to benefit farmers and boost the rural economy, as well as keep a check on headline inflation.
'Break the legs...': Odisha officer's instruction at protest goes viral
A senior police officer in Odisha has sparked controversy after a video of him giving an order to "break the legs" of Congress protesters went viral.
IMD forecasts heavy rainfall for multiple states till July 5
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued a warning of heavy to very heavy rainfall in several parts of the country over the next few days.
Puri stampede: Odisha CM apologizes to devotees, promises probe
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has apologized to devotees after a stampede near the Shree Gundicha Temple in Puri.
Puri Rath Yatra stampede: 3 devotees killed, 10 injured
A tragic stampede during the annual Jagannath Rath Yatra in Puri, Odisha, left three devotees dead and 10 others injured.