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Forests in Odisha under threat as 14 Tigers killed by poachers in 3 years

India, March 18 -- The alarming rise in wildlife poaching in Odisha has become a serious concern, with as many as 14 tigers falling victim to illegal hunting in the past three years. Forest and Envi... Read More


Naba Das murder case: Awaiting CM's nod for a meeting, says daughter Dipali

India, March 18 -- Dipali Das, a former BJD MLA and daughter of slain minister Naba Das, has expressed her desire to meet Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to discuss the ongoing investigation into her fa... Read More


15,723 kms of new firelines created to tackle forest fires: Odisha PCCF

India, March 17 -- Amid the increasing number of fire points being detected across Odisha this summer, the Forest Department has created around 15,723 kilometres of new firelines in the State to effec... Read More


Over 13,000 missing persons still untraced in Odisha, CM reveals in Assembly

India, March 17 -- The issue of missing persons in Odisha has raised serious concerns, with over 13,000 individuals still untraced in the state. In the past eight months (From June 1, 2024, to Februar... Read More


Odisha woman charred to death in 'forest fire'!

India, March 17 -- In a heart-rending incident, a woman allegedly died after being caught in a swift-spreading 'forest fire'. The inferno occurred near Gobari village under Mahabirod Police Limits and... Read More


Rs 115 crore spent on vehicles, tents, and barricades during 2024 Elections in Odisha

India, March 17 -- The Odisha government incurred an expenditure of Rs 115.94 crore during the 2024 elections for various logistical arrangements, including vehicles, tents, sound systems, barricades,... Read More


Kidney diseases take 4,857 lives in Odisha in 3 years: Minister

India, March 17 -- Odisha has witnessed a troubling rise in kidney disease cases, with 4,857 fatalities recorded over the past three years, according to a written statement by Health Minister Mukesh M... Read More


Odisha to replace PDS dealers with direct supply centres!

India, March 17 -- Odisha government is likely to overhaul the Public Distribution System (PDS) by establishing Pradhan Mantri Poshan Kendras across all panchayats, sources said on Monday. Mohan Majh... Read More


Loots in 18 apartments in Bhubaneswar in last 6 months: Odisha Minister

India, March 17 -- Over the past six months, armed burglaries have occurred in more than 18 apartments in Bhubaneswar alone, resulting in the losses exceeding Rs 38 Lakh, official sources said on Mond... Read More


Heat wave in Odisha! Boudh hottest place in country for third consecutive day

India, March 17 -- Odisha's Boudh remained the hottest place in the country for the third consecutive day on Monday, recording the maximum temperature of 43.5 degrees Celsius, IMD sources said. Barga... Read More