The scorching heatwave gripping Sundargarh district has claimed two more lives at Rourkela Government Hospital, pushing the death toll due to suspected heatstroke to 16. · Across the District, Rourkela bears the brunt of the heatwave crisis, accounting for 10 of the reported deaths, while Jharsuguda and Sundargarh have recorded 2 and 4 deaths respectively. · Additional…
The leaders of the state BJP unit staged a dharna in front of the office of the Chief Electoral Officer (CEO), demanding the immediate arrest of BJD leaders V K Pandian and Pranab Prakash Das. · The agitation was spurred by allegations implicating the BJD figures in the unauthorized broadcast of exit polls by a local…
At least three people died and over 30 devotees were critically injured in a cracker explosion during the ‘Chapa Khela’ at Narendra Pond, during Chandan Yatra festivities in Puri. · The Chandan Yatra, a significant festival in Puri dedicated to Lord Jagannath, draws devotees from far and wide to participate in various rituals and ceremonies. · The…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s remarks about Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik’s health have sparked a contentious exchange between the two political heavyweights. · Addressing a gathering in Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, PM Modi remarked on the apparent decline in CM Patnaik’s health over the past year. · PM Modi’s pledge to launch an inquiry into CM Patnaik’s health, if…
EOW of the Odisha Crime Branch arrested a person for duping investors of nearly Rs 50 crore in a Ponzi scheme. · The accused, a resident of Kandagardi under Chandbali Police limits of Bhadrak was produced at the designated OPID Court in Cuttack. · The EOW had registered a case following a written allegation against M/s Way…
ECI orders suspension of CMO Special Secy DS Kutey claiming ‘Undue influence on Odisha elections’ · BJD Leader VK Pandian Terms Transfer of Odisha CMO Officials Unfortunate. · BJP acknowledged the ECI’s prerogative to intervene in cases of administrative misconduct. · The BJP’s response to the IPS officer controversy underscores its unwavering dedication to accountability, transparency, and effective…
IMD Warns of Heat Wave Conditions in Western Odisha on May 29 & 30 · Day Temperatures Likely to Rise By 2°C To 4°C Across Odisha During Next 2 Days · While sporadic showers may offer temporary relief in certain pockets, the IMD has also warned of thunderstorms and lightning in select areas on Wednesday. · Odisha SRC…
VK Pandian accused the saffron party of making false and hollow promises in its manifesto and termed them as ‘Joomla’. · Pandian accused BJP leaders of disrespecting Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik and even the revered deity Lord Jagannath during their election campaigns in Odisha. · Delving into the specifics of BJP’s electoral promises, Pandian highlighted their intentions…
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has articulated his confidence in the BJP’s prospects in West Bengal, foreseeing it as the frontrunner in the state. · PM Modi asserted, “This time, the best-performing state in India is going to be West Bengal. BJP is getting the most success in West Bengal.” · Modi maintained that despite adversities, the electorate’s…
Odisha is likely to experience another heat spell from Tuesday, the regional center of the India Meteorological Department (IMD) in Bhubaneswar said. · In a statement the IMD emphasized, “The maximum day temperature is likely to rise by 3°C-5°C during the next 3 to 4 days and no large change thereafter at many places.” · Certain pockets…
