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Orphaned Elephant Calf Shifted to Nandankanan Rescue Centre

A 6-month-old male elephant calf, rescued 12 days ago, has been successfully transferred from Keonjhar to the Chandaka Elephant Rescue Center in Nandankanan. The calf was initially rescued by the Forest Department from a gorge near Sukadala village in the Shuakati section. Repeated attemp
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Odisha Shivers Under Sub‑Zero Blast

A relentless cold wave has plunged the entire state into sub‑zero temperatures, with the capital Bhubaneswar recording its first below‑zero night in years. Normal life is disrupted as eight cities report lows under 10 °C and the freeze has persisted for ten consecutive days. The regio
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Cyber Fraud Suspects Nabbed in Bhadrak, Delhi Blast Link Ruled Out

Two individuals were arrested from Bhadrak district in connection with a cyber fraud case, prompting a reaction from Bhadrak SP Manoj Raut regarding their link to a recent incident in Delhi. The SP clarified that the arrested youths have no connection with the Delhi car blast case. The
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Arson Attack Incinerates ₹5 Lakh Paddy Crop in Ganjam Village

A major incident of arson at Sandhikendu village, under the Sorda police station limits in Ganjam district, has resulted in the destruction of paddy worth over five lakh rupees. The fire reportedly broke out late last night across 12 paddy fields. The incident went unnoticed until the mor
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Odisha MLA Salary Hike Row: Patnaik Refuses Raise, Deputy CM Hits Back

State politics is heating up following the approval of a significant salary hike for MLAs, which has met with public disapproval. Amid the controversy, Opposition Leader Naveen Patnaik announced he would not accept the increased salary, requesting the additional funds be used for the poor
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Malkangiri Peace Talks Underway as Curfew Lifted, Internet Remains Suspended

Peace is gradually being restored in Malkangiri following recent widespread violence and arson. The prohibitory order, BNS 163, which was previously imposed, has now been withdrawn. However, internet services remain suspended in the district until 12 noon today to prevent the spread of mi
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Balasore Teacher Assaulted Over Misconduct Allegations; Police Probe On

A math teacher at Haji Nasiruddin School in Balasore is facing accusations of misconduct with a seventh-grade student, leading to a violent confrontation on Saturday. The student informed her family yesterday that her math teacher, Sheikh Rehan, had allegedly misbehaved with her. This mor
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CJI Surya Kant Arrives in Odisha, Attends Cuttack High Court Event

Supreme Court Chief Justice, Justice Surya Kant, arrived in Odisha today for his first visit since assuming office. Upon landing at the airport, he was formally welcomed by the state's Law Minister, Prithviraj Harichandan. Justice Surya Kant initially attended a public program organized a
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Mahanadi Water Tiff: High-Level Committee to Meet on 22nd

The newly formed high-level committee tasked with resolving the long-standing Mahanadi water dispute is scheduled to hold its first meeting on the 22nd of this month. The crucial session will take place at Lok Seva Bhavan and will be chaired by Deputy Chief Minister Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo. All
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Delhi-NCR Chokes: Air Quality Hits 'Severe Plus' 491, Strictest Measures Kick In

A heavy blanket of toxic smog engulfed Delhi-NCR early Sunday, making it the worst air quality day of the year so far. The Air Quality Index (AQI) spiked sharply to a concerning 491 at 6 am, firmly placing the region in the 'severe plus' category, according to the Central Pollution Control Board (CP
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Bargarh Police Seize 2,700 Bottles in Cough Syrup Smuggling Bust

Bargarh Town Police Station successfully busted an illegal cough syrup smuggling operation on Friday, seizing a large consignment near Katapali Canal Road. Police arrested two individuals, Surjal Nag (20) and Secreti Chaudhary (29), both from Bargarh city. Authorities confiscated 2,700 bottles
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Pradhan Secures Increased Paddy Procurement as Farmers Protest

Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan held detailed discussions with Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi today regarding fresh protests over Kharif crop procurement tokens in the state. Farmers' organizations have resumed agitation despite earlier agreements on sales. Following the protest, Pra
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Midday Meal Scam: Headmistress Caught Stealing Rice in Cuttack

The headmistress of Chhagaon Government Higher Primary School, Athagarh, has been accused of stealing rice meant for the students' midday meals. On Friday, villagers intercepted the headmistress as she was loading sacks of rice into her car. Upon inspection, they discovered five bags of midday
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Illegal Operations Emerge After Bhubaneswar Bar Fire

Following the fire at Satyavihar's "No Limit" Sky and Lounge, multiple allegations have surfaced regarding the bar's illegal operation. Local residents claim the establishment was an unlicensed hookah bar, open until midnight, often leading to fights among intoxicated customers. The
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Odisha Shivers: 3 °C Chill, Fog and Fire as Cold Wave Tightens

A biting cold wave has settled over Odisha, marking the first time this year that mercury dipped to 3 °C. Snowfall and dense fog have blanketed several districts, with the Bhubaneswar Meteorological Centre forecasting the chill to persist for two more days. The cold is most severe in Semilguda
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