Jharsuguda Becomes India’s Hottest City at 44.6°C
Jharsuguda has recorded the highest temperature in India this summer, reaching 44.6°C on Wednesday, according to IMD data.
Jharsuguda Health Office Official Arrested for Bribery in Odisha
Anit Kumar Guru, a Section Officer in Jharsuguda, was arrested by Odisha Vigilance for allegedly demanding a bribe of Rs 2,500 from a nursing school teacher.
Heatwave Hits Odisha; Jharsuguda Reaches 43.6°C
Odisha is experiencing severe heatwave conditions, with Jharsuguda recording a high of 43.6°C. The IMD warns of continued hot and humid weather across various districts.
President Droupadi Murmu Launches ₹158 Crore Development Projects in Rourkela
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated several significant development projects worth ₹158 crore in Rourkela, aimed at enhancing infrastructure, culture, and education in the region.
Odisha Government Approves 18 Investment Proposals Worth Rs 3,877 Crore
The Odisha government has sanctioned 18 investment proposals totaling Rs 3,877 crore, expected to create jobs for 7,565 individuals.
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...
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.
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.
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.
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.