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August 8, 2026
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Health

Community Feast in Odisha Leads to Illness for Over 70, Including 30 Children

A community feast in Kharida village, Odisha, resulted in over 70 individuals falling ill, including 30 children, prompting health officials to investigate potential food contamination.

August 8, 2026
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Weather

Odisha Braces for Heavy Rain and Thunderstorms; IMD Issues Orange Warning

The India Meteorological Department forecasts heavy rainfall across Odisha for the upcoming week due to a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal, prompting multiple weather warnings.

August 8, 2026
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Weather

Severe Rain and Thunderstorms Forecasted in Odisha from August 9 to 15

The India Meteorological Department warns of heavy rainfall and thunderstorms across various districts in Odisha due to a low-pressure system forming over the region.

August 8, 2026
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Business

BALCO Selected as Top Bidder for Karlapat Bauxite Mine

Bharat Aluminium Company (BALCO) has been chosen as the preferred bidder for the Karlapat bauxite block in Odisha, offering a significant premium over competitors.

August 8, 2026
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Health

Odisha Allocates ₹7,915 Crore for National Health Mission in 2024-26

The Union Minister revealed that Odisha has allocated ₹7,915.22 crore for the National Health Mission over the financial years 2024-25 and 2025-26, with significant central support.

August 8, 2026
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Politics

Purohit Calls for Accelerated National Highway Development

Pradeep Purohit, the Baragada MP, met with Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to advocate for the swift progress of key National Highway projects in Baragada and Jharsuguda districts.

August 7, 2026
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National

New Special Train to Enhance UP-Andhra Pradesh Rail Links: Details and Schedule

A special train service connecting Prayagraj and Visakhapatnam has been introduced to improve rail connectivity between North India and the eastern coast, benefiting travelers in several states.

August 7, 2026
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Education

Vedanta Aluminium’s Project Vidya Enhances Education in Odisha’s Rural Areas

Project Vidya, an initiative by Vedanta Aluminium, is significantly improving educational access and outcomes in rural Odisha, reaching over 25,000 students and addressing teacher shortages.

August 7, 2026
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Weather

IMD Issues Heavy Rainfall Alert for Odisha on Friday

The India Meteorological Department has issued a warning for significant rainfall across Odisha, particularly affecting Mayurbhanj district, prompting school closures.

August 7, 2026
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National

Vedanta Aluminium observes Sambalpuri Day, celebrates Odisha’s rich cultural heritage

The company’s VedKala development initiativebroughttogether 100+ community members to celebrate Sambalpuri heritage through art, music and tradition Jharsuguda, Odisha. Reinforcing its commitment to preserving Odisha’s rich cultural heritage, Vedanta Aluminium,...