Odisha Archives - Page 24 of 42

June 17, 2026
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Accident

Odisha: Two Drivers Perish in Fiery Truck Collision

A tragic accident in Odisha's Sundargarh district resulted in the deaths of two truck drivers when their vehicles collided and caught fire. The incident is under investigation.

June 17, 2026
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Weather

Heat Wave Continues; Hirakud Reaches 42°C as IMD Issues Yellow Warning for Wednesday

Odisha experiences ongoing heat and humidity, with Hirakud recording the state's highest temperature at 42.0°C. The IMD has issued a Yellow Warning for potential thunderstorms and gusty winds on...

June 17, 2026
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Education

Odisha to Create Greenfield University in Jagatsinghpur; 50-100 Acres of Land Required

The Odisha government is taking steps to establish a new Greenfield University in Jagatsinghpur, seeking 50-100 acres of suitable land for the project.

June 15, 2026
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Weather

Thunderstorms with Lightning Expected in Odisha for the Next Week

The India Meteorological Department forecasts thunderstorms with lightning across Odisha for the upcoming week, including warnings for heavy rainfall and gusty winds.

June 13, 2026
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Education

Odisha Offers Free Bus Service for NEET (UG) Re-Examination Candidates

The Odisha government has introduced a free bus service for candidates taking the NEET (UG) re-examination to facilitate smooth travel to their exam locations.

June 12, 2026
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Weather

Odisha Experiences Extreme Heat: 10 Areas Exceed 40°C, Jharsuguda Reaches 42.5°C

Odisha is facing severe heat, with ten districts recording temperatures above 40 degrees Celsius, and Jharsuguda being the hottest at 42.5°C. The India Meteorological Department has issued warnings for...

June 12, 2026
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Weather

Heavy Rain Forecast: Odisha Prepares for Wet Raja Festival as Monsoon Approaches

Odisha is bracing for heavy rainfall starting June 13, coinciding with the Raja festival, as the India Meteorological Department announces favorable conditions for the southwest monsoon's advance into the...

June 12, 2026
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Politics

CBI Detains MCL Security Inspector in Odisha for Accepting Rs 5,000 Bribe for Sunday Duty

The CBI has arrested a Security Inspector from Mahanadi Coalfields Limited in Odisha for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs 5,000 to assign Sunday duty.

June 11, 2026
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National

Odisha: Man Arrested for Kidnapping and Raping Woman

A 24-year-old man has been arrested in Odisha for allegedly kidnapping and repeatedly raping a 23-year-old woman over a period of eight days.

June 11, 2026
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Weather

Heavy Rain Expected in Odisha as Monsoon Approaches This Weekend

Odisha is bracing for heavy rainfall over the next three days as the southwest monsoon is anticipated to arrive this weekend, according to the India Meteorological Department.