Today, September 10, 2024, we present a summary of the top news stories from Odisha, each condensed to around 50 words.
These brief updates highlight significant events across the state. For the latest news, see the section below.
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Heavy rains have flooded Malkangiri district, submerging roads, bridges, and villages. Communication with Koraput and neighboring states is cut off. Over 200 families are stranded, and several areas face severe disruption.
The Central Ground Water Board (CGWB) has issued a Rs 3.5 crore notice to a realtor in Bhubaneswar for illegal groundwater extraction at a Kalinga Nagar project. Without proper permission, this has led to potential water scarcity for local residents.
The application process for Odisha's Subhadra Yojana has started, causing a rush at Mo Seva Kendras and Post Offices for Aadhar card corrections. Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida assured there is no deadline for registration to manage the crowd.
A patient at Nilagiri sub-divisional hospital, Balasore, died after his leg got tangled in poorly placed cable wires near a toilet under construction. Karan Singh, admitted for illness, was nearing discharge when the accident occurred.
On Tuesday, aspirants protested outside the Odisha Sub-Ordinate Staff Selection Commission (OSSSC) office in Bhubaneswar, alleging corruption in Group-C recruitment. They demand exam cancellations and action from the Odisha government. OSSSC has not yet responded.
Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra stated that forming new Notified Area Councils (NACs) in Odisha is not part of the current government’s plan. The previous administration announced 57 new NACs hastily before the 2024 elections.
BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra has called for a CBI investigation into the murders of former minister Naba Das, teacher Mamita Meher, and Gobinda Sahoo, citing doubts about the state investigation’s credibility.
As bird flu spreads across Odisha, five poultry farmers in Kendrapara’s Derabisi area have been quarantined after chickens died at their farms. Health officials have collected samples and advised home quarantine for all poultry farmers with dead or dying birds.
Forest Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia reported in the Assembly that over 1,140 people have died from elephant attacks in Odisha between 2013 and 2023. Additionally, 719 elephants have died over the past decade, with 41 being poached.
A neighbor dispute in Malgodam Pada, Bolangir, escalated into a sword fight, resulting in one death and two injuries. Neeraj Harpal was killed and his cousins Deba and Suraj Harpal were injured.
In flood-hit Malkangiri, a doctor and his team from Kianga Primary Health Centre risked their safety to provide urgent medical care. Despite the area's isolation and danger, they used a tractor to reach the marooned village and treat patients, earning deep gratitude from the villagers who saw them as a lifeline.
In Bhubaneswar, incidents of fraud by fake real estate brokers are rising. A young woman and a software engineer were recently deceived. The woman was tricked by a broker who faked house details and took her payment without delivering the property.
The Biju Janata Dal (BJD) criticised MP Bhartruhari Mahtab's editorial defending the Ravenshaw University name change. BJD MLA Pratap Deb called Mahtab's justification unfortunate and accused it of sycophancy.
Housing Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra reported in the Odisha Assembly that two people have died after falling into open drains within Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) limits over the past seven years.
The Odisha Government has warned service providers, including Anganwadi workers and Jan Seva Kendras, against charging fees for Subhadra scheme registrations. No fees are required for forms or online registration.
Odisha has sown 18.75 lakh palm seeds across 30 districts this year to protect against lightning, costing Rs 510.96 crore. Forest Minister Ganesh Ram Singkhuntia reported that 22,900 seeds were planted at 50 locations in the Athgarh forest division.
The State Commission for Women (SCW) has directed the district SP to file a chargesheet within 15 days. SCW Chairperson Minati Behera emphasised thorough investigation and adequate victim compensation.
In Belpada tehsil, Balangir, chaos erupted after villagers blocked a road and detained the vehicle of Sushil Kumar Sahu, a hotel owner, who allegedly hit three sisters while drunk. Bhuleswari Majhi (18) died at the scene, and the other two sisters are in critical condition.
Devotees at the Shree Jagannath Temple will soon benefit from air-conditioned arrangements in the ‘Nata Mandap’ (audience hall). Odisha Government plans to install ACs and relocate large boxes for better access.
In Dhenkanal district, Forester Deepak Sahu was critically injured when a tranquiliser dart, intended for a bear, accidentally struck him. The incident occurred around 2 pm at Kerajoli in the Kankadahada forest section.