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April 21, 2026
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Weather

Odisha Continues to Suffer from Heatwave; 14 Locations Exceed 40 Degrees Celsius

Odisha is experiencing persistent heatwave conditions, with the IMD forecasting continued hot and humid weather for the next four days. Fourteen locations have recorded temperatures of 40 degrees Celsius...

April 21, 2026
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Politics

Jharsuguda Implements ‘No Drone Zone’ Ahead of President Murmu’s Visit

Jharsuguda district has declared a complete ban on drone operations on April 21, 2026, in anticipation of President Droupadi Murmu's visit.

April 21, 2026
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Business

Six Destinations Likely to Be Reconnected at Bhubaneswar Airport in August

Bhubaneswar's Biju Patnaik International Airport is set to restore six out of ten dropped domestic destinations in August, following an expansion by Air India Express.

April 21, 2026
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Politics

President Murmu Makes Maiden Day-Long Visit to Rourkela, Odisha to Open Planetarium and Museum

President Droupadi Murmu is set to visit Rourkela in Odisha, where she will inaugurate a planetarium and a tribal museum, along with the Nirmal Munda Parivesh Path.

April 21, 2026
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National

Protest Erupts Over Alleged Unauthorized Water Extraction by Power Plant in Jharsuguda

Residents in Jharsuguda district protested against SMC Power Generation Ltd for allegedly drawing water from local rivers during the non-monsoon season, exacerbating water scarcity in nearby villages.

April 20, 2026
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National

Jharsuguda and Chhattisgarh Collaborate to Address Heatwave Challenges

Jharsuguda and Raigarh administrations convened to address the escalating heatwave, focusing on the safety of workers and drivers in industrial areas and transport routes.

April 20, 2026
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National

Odisha Closes Schools and Colleges in 9 Districts Amid Heatwave

In response to a severe heatwave, Odisha has ordered the closure of educational institutions in nine districts to safeguard students and staff.

April 20, 2026
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National

Schools in Three Districts Closed for Four Days Due to Heatwave

In response to extreme heatwave conditions, schools and Anganwadi centres in Khurda, Nayagarh, and Deogarh will be closed from April 20 to 23, while Angul's schools will shut from...

April 20, 2026
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Politics

Pujari Sets Six-Month Deadline for Development Projects

Minister Suresh Pujari has mandated the completion of all ongoing development projects in Brajrajnagar Municipality within six months, emphasizing accountability among contractors.

April 18, 2026
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Weather

Odisha’s Maximum Temperature to Increase by 2-3°C, Heatwave Conditions Persisting Until April 24

The India Meteorological Department forecasts a rise in maximum temperatures across Odisha by 2-3°C over the next 24 hours, with heatwave conditions expected to last until April 24.