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Odisha Organizes Workshop on Smart Irrigation and Modern Water Management

The Odisha Water Resources Department, in collaboration with JICA and Nippon Koei, recently hosted a one-day workshop at the Loksewa Bhawan Convention Center titled ‘Smart Irrigation and Demand-Driven Water Management Technologies, Innovations and Pathways to Scale’. Amid chan
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Interim DGP Binaytosh Mishra Meets Governor, Visits Puri Shrimandir

Newly appointed interim DGP IPS Binaytosh Mishra met Governor Dr. Haribabu Kambhampati at Lok Bhawan on Monday, receiving best wishes for a successful tenure dedicated to public security. Prior to the meeting, the interim DGP visited Puri Shrimandir on Sunday night. Welcomed by temple administr
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Bhubaneswar-Rourkela Intercity Express Cancelled for August 18

The East Coast Railway has announced the cancellation of the popular Bhubaneswar-Rourkela Intercity Express in both directions for August 18 due to the delay of its link train. Specifically, train number 22840 (Bhubaneswar-Rourkela) and train number 22839 (Rourkela-Bhubaneswar) will remain non-
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Jajpur Floods: Schools and Anganwadis Closed Tomorrow Amid Severe Weather

With incessant rains and worsening floods causing severe waterlogging and disrupting traffic, the Jajpur District Magistrate has declared a holiday for all government, aided, and private schools as well as Anganwadi centers across the district. While students stay home, teachers and staff must
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School Clerk Arrested Under POCSO Act for Misbehaving with Student in Kendrapara

A government high school clerk, Ramesh Chandra Raut, has been arrested and sent to jail following allegations of misconduct with a Class 8 student in the Kendrapara Sadar police station area. The incident occurred on the evening of the 15th while the victim was returning home from tuition
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Crisis Looms as Odisha High Court Faces Severe Judge Shortage

The Odisha High Court faces a deepening crisis with a backlog exceeding 1,72,000 cases and a severe shortage of judges. Although the sanctioned strength is 33, only 17 judges are currently active. With upcoming transfers and retirements, active strength is projected to drop to 13, threatening
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Red Alert Issued: Odisha Districts Declare School Closures and Cancel Leaves Amid Heavy Rains

Following a red alert issued for four districts due to relentless rainfall and worsening flood conditions, local administrations have enforced urgent precautionary measures. In Bhadrak, District Collector Somesh Kumar Upadhyay cancelled all official leaves, directing employees to immediately re
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Puri Jagannath Temple Closes for Four Hours Today for Special Khasapada Ritual

General darshan at the Shri Jagannath Temple in Puri will remain restricted today from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM to facilitate the secret Khasapada ritual of Mahaprabhu. Observed on Shravan Shukla Panchami, this sacred service is performed two to three times a year—following the Gundicha
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Odisha Cancels Government Leave as Heavy Rains and Floods Threaten State

In response to severe flooding triggered by incessant rains, Odisha Chief Secretary Anu Garg has cancelled all government leaves. Officials currently on leave must rejoin immediately and remain in the field to oversee relief operations. During a high-level review meeting with District Mag
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Keonjhar Shuts Schools, Postpones Grievances Amid Red Alert

Following a red warning for heavy to very heavy rainfall issued by the IMD, the Keonjhar district administration has implemented strict precautionary measures. All government and private schools, colleges, and anganwadis will remain closed tomorrow to ensure the safety of students and staff.
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North Odisha Floods: Red Alert Issued, Senior IAS Officers DePLOYEd

Heavy incessant rains have triggered severe floods across North Odisha, affecting lakhs of residents. In response, the regional meteorological department has issued a red warning for Bhadrak, Balasore, Mayurbhanj, and Keonjhar districts for today and tomorrow. The state government has placed di
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Nature's Reality Check: Viral Tiger Safari Kill Sparks Debate at Nandankanan Zoo

A viral video from the Nandankanan Zoo Tiger Safari in Odisha has captured social media attention, showing a tiger killing a deer in front of terrified tourists on August 8. As the footage circulated online, critics questioned how a predator and prey could occupy the same space, accusing
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Odisha Digitizes Anganwadi Services: All 73,543 Workers Trained on Poshan Tracker

Odisha has taken a major leap toward digital governance by training all 73,543 Anganwadi Workers (AWWs) on the Poshan Tracker portal. Announced by Union Minister of State Savitri Thakur, this initiative modernizes grassroots childcare. Developed under Mission Sahay Anganwadi and Poshan 2.
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Odisha on High Alert: Heavy Rains to Lash State as Low Pressure Brews in Bay of Bengal

Odisha is bracing for heavy to very heavy rainfall over the next few days due to an anticipated low-pressure area forming over the northwest Bay of Bengal, triggered by an active cyclonic circulation. The Bhubaneswar Regional Meteorological Department has issued a high alert from August 1
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Facebook Marketplace Fraud: Man Arrested for Cheating Buyer of INR 3.8 Lakh in Odisha

The Odisha Crime Branch Cyber Crime Police Station arrested Subhendra Raut, alias Ri, for duping a customer of INR 3.8 lakh in a fake vehicle sale on Facebook Marketplace. Posing as a recovery agent, the accused promised a Hyundai i20 at a lower price, siphoning money through digital transfers
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