Odisha

Financial crime investigations in Odisha

4 clusters · 7 sources · last updated about 10 hours ago

Latest: Odisha police arrest four in international cybercrime network bust

Police in Odisha have dismantled several criminal operations involving financial fraud and the use of mule bank accounts. In Bhubaneswar, authorities arrested three individuals, including a private bank field agent, for

India 2026 monsoon rainfall intensifies across regions

360 clusters · 322 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Odisha hit by heavy rainfall as low-pressure system moves over Bay of Bengal

The 2026 monsoon season has intensified, causing widespread flooding, landslides, and fatalities across India. By mid-August, the death toll in Himachal Pradesh reached 187, with cumulative losses estimated at nearly Rs

Security, logistics, and diplomacy at BRICS Summit

18 clusters · 314 sources · last updated about 14 hours ago

Latest: Delhi-NCR weather alert issued ahead of BRICS Summit

The 18th BRICS Summit is being held on September 12–13, 2026, at the Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi. Under India’s presidency, the expanded 11-member bloc—comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethio

Orangutan smuggling investigation in Odisha

2 clusters · 35 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Orangutan rescue in Odisha triggers international trafficking investigation

Five juvenile orangutans, estimated to be between six months and two years old, were discovered in the Bichitrapur forest area of Odisha’s Balasore district. The primates, consisting of three males and two females, are n

Rooftop solar adoption initiatives in India and Mauritius

9 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: India expands solar energy initiatives for households and farmers

In late July 2026, Mauritius announced a new Household Rooftop Solar Photovoltaic Grant Scheme, funded with Rs 270 million to cover up to 25% of system costs for residents. This coincided with rapid scaling of India’s PM

Odisha secures Rs 8,417 crore in investment proposals in UAE

2 clusters · 16 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Odisha secures Rs 8,417 crore in investment proposals during UAE visit

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has concluded a high-level investment outreach in the United Arab Emirates, securing investment proposals worth Rs 8,417 crore. These commitments are projected to create approxima

Lawsuit filed following Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami

4 clusters · 678 sources · last updated 1 day ago

Latest: Amazon cargo jet crash in Miami kills five after runway overrun

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against Amazon and its aviation partners following the fatal Boeing 767 cargo jet crash at Miami International Airport. The widow of Yoel Rodriguez Naranjo, one of the five victims

India Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill dispute

7 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Odisha opposition demands withdrawal of MMDR Amendment Act

The Indian Parliament has passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, which now awaits presidential assent. The legislation aims to modernize mineral governance and secure critical mi

Odisha safety and fire compliance initiatives

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Odisha launches 15-day inspection drive for unsafe buildings

The Odisha government has initiated several safety and compliance measures across the state. In August, the state government directed all eligible schools to complete structural and non-structural safety audits by the en

India law-enforcement crackdown on crime 2026

284 clusters · 272 sources · last updated 3 days ago

Latest: Indian police dismantle extortion and cybercrime syndicates in Bijnor and Indore

In mid-August 2026, Indian law enforcement expanded its focus on high-value impersonation scams, organized trafficking, and medical fraud. Cyber-fraud investigations gained international dimensions as the FBI shared inte

Odisha state policy and infrastructure developments

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 4 days ago

Latest: Odisha Cabinet approves regulatory reforms and water supply schemes

The Odisha Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, has implemented a series of policy, infrastructure, and regulatory reforms. Initial measures focused on technology, energy, and agriculture. These included a

Fatal train accident in Jajpur, Odisha

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Odisha: Man and infant son killed by train in Jajpur

A man and his 18-month-old son died in the Jajpur district of Odisha after being struck by a train near Naubahali village. Local villagers discovered the bodies on the tracks and notified the Government Railway Police.

Heavy rainfall and weather alerts in Odisha

2 clusters · 7 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Odisha weather warning issued for week-long rainfall

In late August, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issued an orange alert for six districts in Odisha, including Sundargarh and Sambalpur, due to heavy rainfall from a low-pressure system in the Bay of Bengal. For

Paradip Port infrastructure and capacity expansion

2 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Paradip Port berths first Capesize vessel and expands infrastructure

Paradip Port in Odisha has undergone significant infrastructure expansion to enhance its maritime capabilities. Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated several projects totaling Rs 427.80 crore, which include a Rs

MV Ocean Winner sinking and search for missing crew

5 clusters · 85 sources · last updated 5 days ago

Latest: Marine engineer missing after MV Ocean Winner shipwreck off Odisha coast

The search and rescue operation for the Panama-flagged bulk carrier MV Ocean Winner has been terminated, with 22 crew members presumed dead. The vessel, which was carrying approximately 72,000 metric tonnes of iron ore,

Crime and arrests in Uttar Pradesh

2 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Uttar Pradesh police arrest suspects in multiple murder and rape cases

In Uttar Pradesh, police have conducted operations to arrest suspects involved in serious sexual offenses, abductions, and murders. In Ghaziabad, authorities engaged in an encounter with two suspects, Gulzar and Ehsan,

Odisha teacher recruitment and deployment efforts

2 clusters · 4 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Odisha CM announces recruitment of 45,000 teachers

The Odisha government has initiated measures to address teacher shortages and improve educational standards in the state. In August 2026, the School and Mass Education Department directed district collectors to deploy a

Odisha teacher and employee protests

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: Odisha ministers assure protesting teachers of upcoming decision

Teachers and employees in Odisha, organized under the Odisha School College Teachers’ and Employees Coordination Committee (OSCTECC), have entered their 21st day of protest in Bhubaneswar. The demonstrators are demanding

Indian political controversy over ‘dimagi Naxal’ label

6 clusters · 77 sources · last updated 6 days ago

Latest: BJP intensifies social media campaign using ‘Dimagi Naxal’ memes

During his 80th Independence Day address, Prime Minister Narendra Modi warned of a threat from ‘dimagi Naxals’ (intellectual Naxals), alleging that individuals with a Maoist mindset have influenced public policy. He call

Narcotics seizures and cultivation crackdowns in India

3 clusters · 8 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Police seize cannabis and arrest suspects in Odisha and Kerala operations

Law enforcement agencies in eastern and central India have conducted significant narcotics seizures involving cannabis. In Odisha, Sonpur Police seized over 12.5 quintals of ganja, valued at approximately ₹13 crore, dur

Dairy product adulteration crackdowns in Odisha

3 clusters · 9 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Raghav Chadha to represent India at IPU conference in Uzbekistan

Municipal authorities in Odisha have conducted multiple enforcement drives to combat the sale of adulterated and substandard dairy products. In Kataka, the Cuttack Municipal Corporation (CMC) seized approximately 7,000

India anti-corruption crackdown widens

37 clusters · 47 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Odisha Vigilance arrests Drugs Controller for bribery

The multi-state anti-corruption drive initiated in May 2026 has intensified, characterized by high-profile arrests and massive asset seizures involving engineers, police officers, and politicians. In Rajasthan, the crac

Law enforcement crackdowns in Odisha

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 8 days ago

Latest: Odisha excise raids target illegal liquor trade and smuggling

Law enforcement and excise authorities in Odisha have conducted a series of raids and enforcement operations targeting illegal activities, including gambling, drunken driving, and liquor smuggling. In late August, polic

India Mines and Minerals Amendment Bill 2026

5 clusters · 14 sources · last updated 9 days ago

Latest: Odisha political tension rises over mining revenue and legislation

The Indian Parliament has passed the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, following approval from both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. The legislation aims to establish a uniform fisca

Delhi-NCR monsoon rains and air quality trends

5 clusters · 50 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: India: Monsoon rains impact regions as Delhi prepares for BRICS Summit

Delhi has seen improvements in air quality driven by both government initiatives and weather patterns. In early August, the Delhi government reported 137 clean-air days, surpassing previous years. Environment Minister Ma

Odisha flooding crisis

2 clusters · 5 sources · last updated 10 days ago

Latest: Odisha floods affect thousands as Subarnarekha river breaches banks

Flooding in Odisha has escalated from localized impacts on educational institutions to widespread regional crises affecting tens of thousands of residents. In mid-August, flood-like conditions caused by the Vaitarani an

Himachal monsoon hazards escalate: death toll reaches 259

14 clusters · 21 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: India monsoon rains cause fatalities and massive damage in Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand

The monsoon crisis in Himachal Pradesh has intensified, with the death toll rising to 259 fatalities recorded between June 30 and September 1. Financial losses have escalated significantly, now exceeding ₹1,200 crore, wi

India NEET-UG 2026: MCC Round 2 schedule and state updates

21 clusters · 72 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: West Bengal NEET UG 2026 Round 1 seat allotment results expected August 31

The Medical Counselling Committee (MCC) has released the Round 1 seat allotment results for the NEET-UG 2026 All India Quota, AIIMS, JIPMER, and various central and deemed universities. Candidates participating in this r

Anganwadi staff recruitment 2026 – ongoing

12 clusters · 20 sources · last updated 11 days ago

Latest: Anganwadi recruitment announced in Telangana and Amravati East

State-level Anganwadi hiring drives continued through late July and into August 2026. Early notifications from Telangana (Jogulamba Gadwal: 73 posts, 29 June–8 July) and Uttar Pradesh (Meerut: 180 worker posts, 27 June–1

Odisha Subhadra Yojana financial assistance scheme

3 clusters · 6 sources · last updated 14 days ago

Latest: Odisha CM Majhi disburses Subhadra Yojana funds to 1 crore women

The Odisha government is implementing the Subhadra Yojana, a flagship financial assistance scheme aimed at women's economic empowerment. The program provides a total of Rs 50,000 to eligible beneficiaries over a five-yea