Two teachers in Odisha, engaged in census work, reportedly died from suspected heatstroke within two days. The incidents have raised concerns about working conditions during extreme heat.

A 67-year-old man has been arrested after allegedly breaking into a women's hostel in Odisha, India, and raping an MBA student. Police are investigating how the assailant gained entry to the premises.

A new tribunal warning highlights the ongoing dispute between the Indian states of Odisha and Chhattisgarh over the Mahanadi river, with an explanation of the conflict's background.

The Odisha government has issued a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) to ensure the safety and security of census functionaries in the state.

A 24-year-old engineering graduate from Odisha has gone missing in Bengaluru following online extortion threats, prompting a police investigation into his disappearance.

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha has ordered stricter verification of voter deletion applications after approximately 980,000 names were shortlisted for deletion this year, leading to a surge in complaints about the process.

Indian Railways is planning a four-line corridor along coastal Odisha to help decongest the busy Howrah-Chennai route, aiming to improve railway infrastructure and efficiency.

A panel has been established to investigate an incident where IRS officers were reportedly taken from the Odisha Raj Bhavan to a police station.

A man in Odisha has been arrested and remanded to judicial custody after allegedly luring a five-year-old girl with biscuits to his home and raping her.

An official from the Board of Secondary Education (BSE) announced that the Odisha 2026 Class 10th results are expected to be released in the first week of May.

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has voiced his opposition to the delimitation bill, stating that it 'hits the spirit of cooperative federalism' in India.

Police in Odisha's Jajpur district have arrested five persons, including the deceased's wife, in connection with the sensational murder case of a youth shot dead on April 6. The wife allegedly orchestrated the killing after her husband opposed her extra-marital affairs.

An article explores the distribution and uses of bauxite, highlighting the ongoing tribal opposition to its mining in the Odisha region of India.

The Bhubaneswar Metro project is facing political fury in Odisha following the BJP's apparent U-turn, leaving uncertainty over whether the project has been scrapped or merely put on hold.

The Adani Group has committed Rs 33,081 crore (approximately $4 billion USD) to projects in Odisha, India, which is expected to create 9,700 direct and indirect jobs.

The Indian state of Odisha has relaxed its norms for rehiring retired government employees, removing previous requirements such as an 'outstanding' appraisal and the mandatory vacating of government quarters.

A tribal protest against the Sijimali bauxite mine in Odisha turned violent, resulting in injuries to 40 police officers. The incident highlights ongoing tensions over mining projects in the region.

Industrialist Anand Mahindra shared the inspiring story of Payal Nag from Odisha, a four-limb amputee who recently achieved a significant personal milestone, beating her idol.

The Indian state of Odisha has prohibited the open sale of LPG cylinders, requiring customers to complete e-KYC and purchase from authorized dealers to curb black marketing.

The Indian state of Odisha has announced a decision to double the reservation quota for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in medical and engineering college admissions. This move aims to enhance representation for these communities.

An Odisha woman has succumbed to burn injuries days after setting herself on fire, reportedly due to harassment by a male friend.

BJP leader Nishikant Dubey has issued an unconditional apology following public outrage over his remarks concerning former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik, with Prime Minister Modi also praising Patnaik amidst the controversy.

A girl who fled Andhra Pradesh to escape sexual abuse by her stepfather was subsequently gang-raped in Odisha, leading to the identification of two accused individuals.

An MLA in Odisha, India, has been accused of firing a weapon belonging to his Personal Security Officer (PSO) during a Ram Navami procession, with the incident caught on camera, leading to a case being registered against him.

At least five people were killed and 15 injured when a tourist bus overturned near Takera Ghat on NH 57 in Odisha's Nayagarh district. Authorities are investigating overspeeding and road conditions as potential causes.

Despite existing excise curbs, the Indian state of Odisha plans to permit the opening of super premium liquor shops in malls and markets.

Anand Mahindra has lauded Odisha's 'flywheel' approach as the Indian state successfully secured the bid to host the 2028 World Athletics Indoor Championships.

A prominent Maoist leader in Odisha, who previously killed a comrade for expressing a desire to surrender, has himself laid down arms a month later. Police attributed the surrender of commander Sukru, who had a bounty of ₹55 lakh, to sustained pressure from anti-Maoist operations including drone surveillance.

Under BJP rule, Odisha has seen an intensified crackdown on cattle smuggling, resulting in a significant increase in reported cases and arrests related to the illegal trade.

Police in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district have arrested a private tutor for allegedly killing his 14-year-old student after her family had warned him about his advances.

Odisha MLA Mangu Khilla and 37 other passengers narrowly escaped a bus fire in Vizianagaram district after a tyre burst. All passengers and crew were safely evacuated before the vehicle was completely gutted.

A CAG report reveals ₹983 crore was spent on projects in unaffected villages, while none were implemented in 584 directly affected villages.

The recent Rajya Sabha elections saw the National Democratic Alliance secure all five seats in Bihar, three in Odisha, and one in Haryana. Following the defeat, a rift has widened among Bihar's opposition, with the CPI-ML (Liberation) accusing Congress of wasting votes and NDA leaders challenging RJD to expel a legislator.

The Odisha Congress party plans to approach the Election Commission of India to investigate alleged attempts to bribe its MLAs in Karnataka prior to the Rajya Sabha election.

Odisha suspends 4 officials after SCB hospital fire kills 12; probe flags failed sprinklers, opposition demands health minister’s resignation

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At least 23 patients were being treated in the intensive care unit, and 10 of them died while being moved to a safer place, away from the fire.

Five candidates are vying for four vacant seats amid massive allegations of poaching of MLAs

A powerful Nor'wester tornado struck Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, causing widespread destruction. The event resulted in one fatality, injuries to several people, and damage to dozens of houses, with over 100 homes affected in total.

Senior Maoist Nakul among 11 rebels who surrender in Odisha’s Kalahandi, handing over AK-47, INSAS rifles and ammunition, police say

The Congress shifted some of its legislators to a resort near Bengaluru amid the cross-voting fears and disagreements over its strategy

Police in Red Hills seized 23 kg of ganja and arrested a man from Odisha, who allegedly procured the contraband from his home state.

The Odisha government is increasing efforts to bring back lakhs of workers from the Gulf region as tensions escalate in West Asia, prioritizing the safety of its citizens abroad.

An elderly man is currently at large after allegedly killing three female members of his family – his wife, daughter-in-law, and granddaughter – with a hammer following a domestic dispute in Odisha's Deogarh district.

The cadres who surrendered arms and ammunition were from Chhattisgarh and had a combined reward of ₹1.15 crore on their head

The Council of Higher Secondary Education (CHSE) Odisha has introduced an improvement examination for Plus 2 students, allowing them to enhance their scores.

Maharashtra Minister Chandrasekhar Bawankule will be Central observer for the Rajya Sabha elections in Odisha,” a notification said

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi reacted with public displeasure after President Droupadi Murmu expressed anguish over the shifting of the International Santhal Conclave venue in Darjeeling, Bengal, calling it more than just logistical issues.

The Trinamool Congress has nominated four candidates and the BJP one for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections in West Bengal, with both parties set to secure their respective seats in the upper house.

Two men have been arrested in Odisha's Keonjhar district after a woman was allegedly gang-raped in front of her child, police said.

The Odisha Rajya Sabha polls are expected to be a close contest with Dilip Ray entering the race, while the BJP has nominated its Odisha chief Manmohan Samal and MP Sujeet Kumar.

Officials admitted that large-scale extraction of blackstone, used widely in road construction, has continued unabated in the area with more than a dozen such quarries operating in the project area

The 15 Maoists surrendered at a function held in Chhattisgarh's Mahasamund district, which borders Bargarh. Three senior Odisha Police officers were present at the event

A family in Odisha, India, is seeking answers regarding the death of a farmer, while the state government claims an official probe has 'absolved' it of responsibility.

A 23-year-old woman in Odisha faced a horrific fate on February 22, being raped twice in one day before being murdered by being pushed off a 4-storey building.

The defence ministry on Friday said three flight-trials of a very short-range air defence missile system were conducted successfully from Chandipur off the coast of Odisha.

Two officials from West Bengal, deployed for a Special Intensive Revision exercise, were thrashed by villagers in Odisha's Balasore district after mistakenly entering the area, leading to 72 arrests.

While the BJP Government had promised to procure all the paddy, only about 63 lakh metric tonnes, approximately 33% of the total production, have been procured in Odisha so far

An internal rift within Odisha's last Maoist bastion has turned deadly, resulting in a commander being executed by his own leader.

The Odisha government has approved investment proposals for 10 projects totaling ₹44,241 crore, including a significant investment by Adani Hydro Energy Twelve Limited in Nayagarh.

A joint venture by Tata Power has successfully electrified 274 PVTG habitations, covering 2,288 households in remote tribal communities across Malkangiri, Rayagada, Gajapati, Ganjam, and Kandhamal districts in Southern Odisha.

Anacláudia Rossbach, executive director of UN-Habitat says India’s experiences in improving slums in Odisha, PPPs in Mumbai for redeveloping informal settlements, housing programmes

A severe heatwave across multiple Indian states has led to school closures and revised timings, prompting the Chief Minister to unveil an action plan including ORS for schoolchildren and cool rooms for patients.

Indian Railways has approved a budget of ₹300 crore for the comprehensive upgrade and modernization of the historic Brahmapur railway station located in Odisha.

The Archaeological Survey of India has commenced the removal of sand from the Jagamohan assembly hall of the Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, a conservation effort undertaken after 123 years using advanced techniques.

A rail corridor has been approved for bauxite mines in Odisha, days after a clash occurred between tribal communities and police in the region.

Odisha's Chief Electoral Officer has directed electoral registration officers to verify 9.8 lakh voter deletions following complaints of wrongful removals, while pausing scrutiny of 2 lakh other cases.

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha has ordered a strict verification process following the 'wrongful deletion' of 9.8 lakh names during a pre-Special Summary Revision (SIR) exercise.

The Indian state of Odisha plans to replace its existing Planning Board with a new think tank, named SITI, which will be modeled after the national NITI Aayog to focus on policy and reforms.

A draft report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) in Odisha has uncovered irregularities in land sales by officials to non-SC/ST individuals, often citing medical emergencies despite state healthcare coverage.

A CAG audit in Odisha revealed that ₹17 crore from disaster response funds, sanctioned for ₹28.45 crore, was spent on buying and modifying Thar vehicles, with the remaining funds unaccounted for, violating MHA guidelines.

Mohammed Moquim, an expelled Congress leader, has launched a new political party in Odisha, India.

One Class 5 student died and more than 100 students were hospitalized after falling ill from a mid-day meal served at a government-run tribal residential school in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district, India.

Opposition leader Suvendu Adhikari warned Muslim migrant workers in Nandigram that they could lose employment in BJP-governed states after the upcoming assembly polls, citing their presence in states like Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Odisha.

Odisha police are seeking government approval to take action against an IAS officer implicated in a ₹95 lakh land deal case. The investigation cites bank records and allegations of cheating and intimidation.

Reports detail clashes between police and tribal communities in Odisha, India, stemming from disputes related to bauxite mining operations in the region.

Actress Swastika Mukherjee has strongly condemned comments made by former cricketer Sourav Ganguly concerning the tragic drowning death of actor Rahul Arunoday Banerjee. Banerjee died on March 29 in Odisha while filming for a Bengali show.

Thirty police officers were injured in clashes with villagers and tribal communities in Odisha, India, who are opposing the construction of a road leading to a Vedanta Ltd. mining site.

A boy in Odisha, India, sustained injuries when an explosive device he mistook for a ball detonated in his hand, prompting local shock and questions about the explosive's presence.

The Odisha government issued a clarification, assuring the public that there is no ban on 5kg LPG cylinders, following panic caused by a minister's earlier remark.

A man has been arrested in Odisha's Dhenkanal district for allegedly repeatedly raping his differently-abled daughter, who subsequently gave birth to a baby girl.

Leaders from BJP and BJD in Odisha have united to demand the rollback of a move to shrink the South Coast Railway division.

A girl fleeing abuse was gang-raped in Odisha after escaping her stepfather.

A CAG audit report found that 54% of Odisha’s Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Groups (PVTGs) are excluded from welfare schemes, also highlighting the failure of MGNREGS to provide 100 days of work to 90% of households.

BJP MLA Nabin Kumar Jain has been booked for firing blanks from his licensed pistol during a Ram Navami procession in Titlagarh, Odisha, after a video of the incident surfaced.

A Nor'wester storm has caused significant damage in Odisha's Mayurbhanj and Puri districts, resulting in three fatalities and three injuries, including motorcycle accidents due to strong winds.

Following widespread public outrage, the Odisha government has announced its decision to withdraw bills that proposed a three-fold salary increase for ministers and MLAs.

The Indian state of Odisha is launching a significant culinary initiative, providing funding to establish premium Odia restaurants in major cities across the country to promote its regional cuisine.

A 22-year-old tribal man in Odisha's Koraput district was allegedly forced to pay a Rs 90,000 fine, host a community feast, and have his head publicly shaven after marrying a woman from another tribe against community opposition.

Miffed BJD leaders in Odisha are reportedly uniting around hotelier Dilip Ray's Rajya Sabha victory, signaling potential political shifts in the state.

A cultural event in Ahmedabad, dubbed ‘Mini-Odisha,’ captivated attendees with its showcase of art, crafts, and local delicacies from the Odisha region.

An Indian seafarer from Odisha is reportedly stuck in the Persian Gulf amidst escalating West Asia tensions, prompting his family to appeal for his safe return.

Odisha Police and central forces have initiated a joint operation to apprehend Maoist leader Sukru, who carries a ₹55 lakh bounty, ahead of a March 31 deadline.

Indian Express reports on Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik's efforts to clarify the nature and purpose of a lesser-known trust, which has Pandian as its head.

Officials in Odisha have been suspended following a fire tragedy, with disciplinary action taken while multiple inquiries are ongoing to determine the lapses that led to the incident.

Four junior officials in Odisha, India, have been suspended days after a hospital fire, indicating an ongoing investigation or accountability measures related to the incident.

The Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Coimbatore arrested two women from Odisha for possessing 7.5 kg of ganja.

Covid exposed the lack of data on the country’s 140 million mobile migrant workers, but a new project in Odisha is helping to fill in the gaps Raja Pradhan is sitting cross-legged, scrolling on his phone in his village in eastern India when a green WhatsApp chat bubble pops up on the screen. “Namaskar! Apana bahare kama pain jauthibe? Apananka suchana diaantu.” (Hello! Are you going outside for work? Please share your information.) He reads the message twice, unsure whether to respond. “I don...

Strong winds and heavy rain from a Nor'wester storm have wreaked havoc in Odisha districts, resulting in two fatalities.

The BJP MLAs, including Ministers, boarded two luxury buses to the port town after a crucial meeting with senior party leaders at the BJP state party headquarters on Saturday (March 14, 2026).

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Odisha's Sundergarh district for the alleged rape and murder of a seven-year-old girl, whose body was found hidden in a forest quarry.

The war in West Asia has thrown the world into chaos. Its impact is even being felt in a remote village in Odisha, where almost every family has a male member working in the Gulf.

The Chief Minister of Odisha has raised concerns, alleging that President Murmu was subjected to 'ill-treatment' during her recent visit to West Bengal.

Ten Maoist cadres, including a leader with a ₹55 lakh bounty from Chhattisgarh, have surrendered to Kandhamal Police in Odisha, bringing firearms and ammunition.

Projects proposed in Srikakulam and Talcher (Odisha) to ensure base load power as old TPP units face phased retirement; joint venture with Coal India Limited (CIL) under consideration

The president of a school managing committee and three others were arrested for assaulting an in-charge headmaster in Sundargarh district.

The CEO of Odisha's electoral office announced that approximately 90% of voters have been mapped with the 2002 electoral roll, with a target to reach 95% within 15 days.

For tribal and Dalit families stranded on a landmass within the vast Indravati reservoir in Odisha’s Kalahandi district, life remains in limbo.

A boy was lynched by a mob in Odisha over the suspicion of stealing goats, with police reporting that the victims were thrashed with sticks.

The Odisha government has sanctioned ₹4.65 crore in compensation for people affected by clashes in Malkangiri.

Odisha Police announced that two additional districts in the state have been declared free from Naxalite influence.

In Odisha, the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) and Congress are reportedly joining forces against the BJP for the upcoming Rajya Sabha polls, seeking a common candidate.

Odisha police have initiated a final operation to end the CPI (Maoist) insurgency, targeting a State Committee Member named Sukru and his group of Left Wing Extremists.

A 23-year-old woman in Odisha's Jagatsinghpur district was allegedly raped twice and then thrown from the fourth floor of a house, leading to her death. Her boyfriend and another man have been arrested.

Two officials working on a West Bengal SIR project were assaulted by locals in an Odisha village after allegedly entering by mistake, leading to 72 arrests.

In one of the biggest anti-drug operations in southern Odisha, Koraput Police have seized more than 1,800 litres of hashish oil worth nearly Rs 200 crore and over two tonnes of ganja in separate…

A Union minister has advised the Odisha government to organize 'Tithi Bhojan' and 'Poshan Diwas' events in Anganwadi centers to promote community participation and nutrition.

The Odisha government has granted collectors the authority to extend the validity of tokens by 15 days, facilitating the ongoing paddy procurement process.

Indian authorities conducted raids at the house of an Odisha mining official, leading to the recovery of Rs 4 crore (approximately $480,000 USD) in cash, highlighting alleged massive corruption.

Odisha Vigilance officials seized over Rs 4 crore in unaccounted cash, gold, and a luxury house from an arrested mines official who was caught accepting a Rs 30,000 bribe.

This article looks back at the arrests of journalists in Orissa (now Odisha) on April 27, 1986, marking 40 years since the event.

A severe heatwave has gripped various parts of India, pushing temperatures to record highs. Delhi experienced its hottest April day in four years, reaching 42.8°C, while Odisha announced summer vacations from April 27 due to the extreme heat.

An Odisha businessman was abducted and subsequently murdered, with investigations revealing a dispute between brothers and suspicions of black magic. New details are emerging regarding the complex circumstances surrounding his untimely death.

The Mahanadi water dispute tribunal has issued a warning to the Indian states of Odisha and Chhattisgarh, urging them to resolve their long-standing water sharing conflict by May 2 or face a hearing on the case's merits.

A headmaster at a government school in Jajpur, Odisha, allegedly punished ten students for classroom disturbances by inserting stinging nettles into their trousers, causing severe itching and rashes.

Odisha has launched India's first advanced 3D glass chip unit, marking a significant milestone in the country's semiconductor industry. This new facility is a 3D chip packaging plant.

Odisha has become the first state in India to launch a Marine Spatial Plan, an initiative aimed at managing and protecting its marine resources.

Two Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officers were stopped by security personnel at Raj Bhavan in Odisha and subsequently taken to a local police station. The officers reportedly offered to take a breathalyzer test during the incident.

The Indian state of Odisha has launched a new Marine Spatial Plan aimed at boosting its coastal economy and enhancing marine ecology. The initiative seeks to sustainably manage marine resources and promote economic growth in coastal areas.

A sessions court in Bhubaneswar has convicted seven individuals for procuring fake SIM cards and sharing one-time passwords with operatives of Pakistan's ISI, following an investigation by the Odisha STF.

A Class 5 student has died days after approximately 150 children fell ill from eating stale food at a residential school in Odisha, India.

Police in Odisha have arrested a woman for her alleged involvement in plotting her husband's murder, with details emerging of a love triangle, a hired gun, and shared location data.

Aradhana Das, an IAS officer in Odisha, is accused of defrauding a differently-abled man of Rs 95 lakh by promising him land. The complainant also alleges that she subsequently issued death threats.

The Odisha law commission in India has proposed new legislation that would impose imprisonment of up to seven years for repeat hate speech offenders, with initial offenses carrying a penalty of one to five years and a fine of ₹10,000.

Anti-mining tribal protesters in Odisha, India, clashed with police, resulting in injuries to 58 police officers and 12 protesters. The confrontation involved axe-wielding tribals opposing mining activities.

Leaders from Odisha's BJD and BJP parties are reportedly opposing plans to carve out stretches from the Railways' largest freight-loading zone, indicating a local political and infrastructure dispute.

The Governor of Odisha has appointed Vice-Chancellors for 14 state universities, following a process that saw nearly 350 applications from academics across the country for 13 universities operating without regular heads.

Nineteen newly elected leaders, including Sharad Pawar and Ramdas Athawale, have been sworn in as members of the Rajya Sabha, representing states such as Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu, West Bengal, and Odisha.

The Odisha Cabinet has approved an 11.25% reservation quota for Socially and Educationally Backward Classes (SEBC) and increased the reservation for Scheduled Castes (SC) and Scheduled Tribes (ST) in medical and technical courses.

Nishikant Dubey has apologized for his remarks concerning Biju Patnaik and a 'secret' Odisha airbase reportedly used to spy on China, with details emerging about the facility.

A CAG report highlighted significant issues within Odisha prisons, including severe overcrowding and the lack of private bathing facilities for women inmates.

BJP MP Nishikant Dubey is facing criticism from within his own party for comments he made linking former Odisha Chief Minister Biju Patnaik to the CIA.

Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) MLA Nabin Jain has been booked under the BNS and Arms Act after videos showed him engaging in celebratory firing during a Ram Navami procession in Titlagarh, Odisha.

A 30-year-old man from Odisha was found strangled to death with his body set on fire in Jharkhand, according to police reports.

A severe storm has lashed Baripada, Odisha, resulting in two fatalities, three injuries, and widespread damage including uprooted trees that blocked roads.

Odisha's new excise policy proposes measures such as a de-addiction cess and a ban on liquor shops near the Puri temple, among other changes.

Sukru, one of the last remaining active Maoist leaders in Odisha and carrying a Rs 55 lakh bounty, has surrendered his arms. He was a native of Malkangiri district.

India's Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change has requested a report from Odisha officials to investigate a complaint by an environmental activist regarding a building project that may involve felling 2,000 trees at the National Institute of Technology.

An article examines fire tragedies from Delhi to Odisha, pointing out the repeated patterns and unaddressed issues that contribute to such incidents.

The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has suspended six of its MLAs in Odisha after they voted for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP)-backed Independent candidate Dilip Ray in the Rajya Sabha polls, following their earlier response to show-cause notices.

A private bus en route from Bhubaneswar to Nabarangpur caught fire near Ramabhadrapuram in Andhra Pradesh on Saturday morning, reportedly due to a rear tyre burst.

Holding placards and shouting anti-government slogans, the Opposition members trooped into the well of the House and demanded the resignation of the Minister, holding the State government responsible…

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has stated that the Biju trust is not funded by party money, addressing concerns about the trust's financial sources.

The Indian state of Odisha is set to commence the first phase of its Census House Listing operation starting from April 16, as part of the national census process.

A new report on India's Fiscal Health Index for 2026 ranks Odisha as the top-performing state, highlighting the fiscal health of various Indian states.

Emergency responders evacuated patients from a government hospital in Odisha, India, after a fire broke out, resulting in the deaths of ten ICU patients.

A fire at a government-run hospital in eastern India killed at least 10 critically ill patients who were admitted in the trauma care unit, officials said on Monday. Building fires are common in India due to a lack of firefighting equipment and a routine disregard for safety regulations. The fire broke out early on Monday on the first floor of the SCB Medical College and Hospital in Odisha state’s Cuttack city, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi told reporters. “A short circuit caused the fire ...

All the victims of the fire in Odisha state are patients, and 11 hospital staff are being treated for burns.

A severe nor'wester and tornado struck four villages in Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, resulting in two deaths, 29 injuries, and extensive damage to homes and property.

The Maoists surrendered and handed over their weapons to Odisha DGP Y B Khurania, ADG (anti-Maoist operation) Sanjeeb Panda and other senior officers at a special function in Kalahandi district…

Bihar, Haryana, and Odisha pose a test of unity for the Opposition as BJP eyes extra seats

Police say the accused attacked his wife with a construction pounder after a family dispute; daughter-in-law and 4-year-old granddaughter were also killed in Odisha’s Deogarh

A BJD block chairperson was attacked in their office chamber, leading Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to accuse 'BJP goondas' (thugs) of the assault.

Odisha Chief Minister Majhi has presented data in the House, revealing 54 communal riots and 7 mob lynchings in the state since 2024, amidst criticism from the opposition.

Buzz is growing about the possibility of Naveen Patnaik's BJD joining the INDIA bloc after the BJD and Congress reportedly tied up for Rajya Sabha polls in Odisha.

Union Home Minister Amit Shah held a meeting with Odisha's BJP MLAs and candidates for the Rajya Sabha polls, including party nominees Manmohan Samal and Sujeet Kumar, and independent Dilip Ray.

Rajya Sabha nominations have set the stage for political contests in Bihar and Odisha, testing new alliances against the BJP-led NDA, while Maharashtra's NCP factions remain divided.

The BJP has announced nine candidates for the upcoming Rajya Sabha elections across six states, with significant contests anticipated in Maharashtra, Bihar, and Odisha.

Following his expulsion from the Biju Janata Dal in 2002, the former Union Coal Minister had pulled off a surprise win in the election to the Upper House as an independent candidate

The Indian state of Odisha has formed a working group to ensure the safety and well-being of its diaspora residing in conflict-affected West Asia.

The Durbar, a confluence of culture, shines a spotlight on the conservation of the Great Indian Bustard

According to police, the surrendered cadres, including nine women, belonged to the Balangir-Bargarh-Mahasamund division of Maoists and were active along the Chhattisgarh-Odisha border

Four Rajya Sabha seats from Odisha will become vacant after the term of two BJP MPs and two BJD MPs expires

A 23-year-old woman in Odisha, India, was allegedly raped twice by her boyfriend and a stranger, then thrown from a four-story building, leading to her death.

An Odisha woman was reportedly raped twice in a single day and subsequently died after being thrown from a four-storey building; two suspects have been arrested.

Bengal poll officials on SIR duty were reportedly assaulted in Odisha after mistakenly entering a village, attributed to a 'communication gap'.

The application process for SAMS Odisha PG Registration 2026 and CPET will commence on February 27, accessible via samsodisha.gov.in.

A new book titled 'The Doyen of Odisha Journalism' has been released, chronicling the life and career of the late journalist N. R. Swami, including his protracted legal battle against the Odisha government.

The Governor of Odisha is scheduled to visit Vizag, though the purpose or specific dates of the visit are not detailed in the headline.

Authorities recovered a record Rs 4 crore in cash, packed in trolley bags, from the flat of an Odisha Mines Department officer who was arrested in a corruption investigation.