Bhubaneswar, Dec. 10 -- Tension subsided gradually in Malkangiri as a peace agreement was reached between MV-26 and Rakhelguda villages following several days of tension that intensified after the recovery of a headless body of a woman last weekend.

Sources reported that a Joint Peace Committee meeting was held at the Malkangiri District Collector's office, where representatives from both villages participated. The meeting concluded peacefully with both villages agreeing to cease the animosity.

Authorities stated that detailed discussions were held with both sides, and all community demands were heard in the presence of senior officers, including the DIG and Superintendent of Police. Officials added that no new incidents were reported i...