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'I wish him nothing but suffering': Nikitha Godishala's friend knew murder accused Arjun Sharma but didn't think he was capable of this crime

While law enforcement secured an arrest in the January stabbing death of Nikitha Godishala at her ex-boyfriend’s Columbia apartment, her family emphasizes the need for full transparency regarding the investigation.

A pangolin was rescued from a government building in Nuapada, Odisha, in an operation involving a joint team from a tiger reserve and forest division. Three individuals were arrested in connection with the incident.

Heavy rainfall is affecting several parts of India on August 24, 2026, leading to school closures in states like Odisha, Bihar, Jharkhand, and others, as forecasted by the IMD.

A police sub-inspector in Odisha has been booked for allegedly misusing his official position, promising marriage, and threatening a woman with his service pistol.

Odisha's proposed land reforms Bill aims to eliminate the need for separate revenue clearance for converting agricultural land to urban use, making civic bodies the primary approval authority.

The Indian Supreme Court is scheduled to hear a plea from NBCC seeking RERA relief for 16 stalled Supertech projects, and will also address the Odisha government's decision regarding a remission plea from a convict in the Graham Staines murder case.

An Odisha court has acquitted Maoist leader Azad in the 2008 Swami Laxmanananda murder case, after he had been in judicial custody since his arrest in 2010.

An Odisha businessman was kidnapped in a dispute over a 'Hanuman paisa' racket, which involves mythical coins believed to bring wealth; a journalist and a woman police officer have been arrested in connection with the case.

Schools have been shut in three districts of Odisha, India, following heavy rainfall forecasts and a 'red alert' issued by the IMD, with intense rain expected from August 16 to 18.

An American tourist expressed shock and gratitude after receiving free medical treatment at a rural government hospital in Odisha, India. The tourist highlighted the unexpected generosity and quality of care.

An Odisha teacher died when an iron flagpole he was handling touched a power line just before India's Independence Day celebrations, in what appears to be an accidental electrocution.

A stalemate persists regarding the appointment of the Odisha police chief, with the state proposing a temporary solution.

Odisha is grappling with a persistent issue where mafias are reportedly planting cannabis on unused government land. This ongoing problem highlights a significant challenge for authorities in controlling illegal drug cultivation in the region.

A woman was gang-raped and her friend thrashed after six men intercepted their car in Cuttack, Odisha.

The investigation into an Air India flight's 300-foot plunge over Odisha is widening, with a Civil Aviation Ministry note notably omitting the word "turbulence" when describing the incident.

A woman in Odisha, India, died shortly after receiving an injection at a medical store for fever, reportedly developing severe adverse reactions and deteriorating rapidly before reaching a hospital.

India has successfully test-fired its nuclear-capable Agni-4 ballistic missile, which has a strike range of 4,000 kilometers. The launch took place from Odisha, marking another advancement in India's defense capabilities.

The Supreme Court has acquitted an Odisha man who spent 22 years in jail for a triple murder case, citing unreliable evidence. The court's decision highlighted the significant time the man lost due to the conviction.

Odisha is seeking assistance from the Central government to secure a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity tag for its annual Rath Yatra festival.

The administration in Odisha, India, has been placed on high alert as several rivers are in spate, causing widespread flooding across the region.

The Indian state of Odisha is drafting a new anti-trafficking policy to shift from a reactive policing model to a systemic, survivor-centred strategy, aiming to improve conviction rates.

Floods in Odisha, India, have resulted in 5 deaths in Keonjhar, with Balasore bearing the brunt of the deluge and impacting over 109,000 people.

Heavy rainfall caused by a deep depression has led to the closure of schools in three districts of Odisha, India. Baleshwar recorded 246mm of rainfall, prompting officials to take precautionary measures.

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has called for the resignation of the state's education minister, citing moral responsibility for significant errors found in textbooks.

Schools in three districts of Odisha have been closed following a heavy rain warning and a 'red alert' issued by the IMD, predicting widespread rainfall and squally weather.

Farmers in Odisha, India, are experiencing anxiety and sleepless nights due to growing fears of shortages in essential fertilizers like urea and DAP.

India's National Green Tribunal (NGT) has ordered the sealing of chromium-tainted wells in Sukinda valley, Odisha, a region holding nearly all of India's chromite reserves.

An investigation into the Kandhamal riots and other reports are reportedly 'missing' in Odisha, India, leading to the summoning of former Chief Minister's Office officials.

The Odisha government has introduced a fee waiver for eligible regular courses from KG to PG in state universities, government colleges, and private aided colleges, subject to a 75% attendance requirement. Professional courses are exempt from this waiver.

A senior bureaucrat in Odisha has been arrested in connection with a 'criminal conspiracy' behind errors found in SCERT textbooks.

An 'Eventful City' feature highlights a dedicated space for Odisha's culinary offerings at a food event in Delhi.

An ATM was stolen in a daring heist in Odisha, India, when a vehicle was used to pull it out with a rope, captured on camera. Locals have reported an increase in thefts and robberies in the region.

Odisha is pioneering a new approach to housing schemes by integrating rooftop solar systems into affordable homes. This initiative allows low-income families to acquire subsidized solar panels, aiming to reduce their long-term electricity costs.

An article explores the Dhokra craft from Odisha, highlighting how this ancient lost-wax tradition continues to survive despite various challenges.

A two-year-old girl died and several others were affected by depression-induced rainfall in Odisha, raising fears of flooding in the Baitarani River.

Draft voter rolls have been published for three Indian states, with Odisha seeing the largest contraction of 2.01 million voters removed, followed by 158,000 in Manipur.

Odisha has developed a plan to make its power grid disaster-proof but requires over Rs 9,000 crore in funding from the central government to implement it.

Odisha authorities have filed eight First Information Reports (FIRs) regarding illegal recruitment practices, marking the first coordinated criminal action against a seafood processing company following industrial disaster deaths in Tamil Nadu.

An Indian court upheld pension relief for an employee and fined the Odisha state government 1 lakh rupees for a delayed appeal.

A controversy has erupted in Odisha, India, over the inclusion of Bollywood songs like 'Nimbooda' and 'Rind Posh Maal' in school textbooks.

The Indian state of Odisha has facilitated the return of 62 migrant workers, primarily from Keonjhar district, following a gas leak incident in Tamil Nadu.

The cultural heritage of Odisha was celebrated at an event titled 'Swapnila Odisha, Bharat Smriti Re' held in Delhi.

An Odisha bank manager was suspended two months after a man brought his sister's skeleton to the bank as proof of her death.

Five women from Odisha are among the victims of a leak at a seafood processing unit in Tamil Nadu, prompting the state to dispatch a team to assist.

Forest officials in Nabarangpur, India, arrested a pastor from Khaliguda village after seizing a Royal Bengal Tiger skin he was allegedly attempting to sell.

Prime Minister Modi extended birthday greetings to President Murmu, highlighting her inspiring journey of perseverance and determination, born into a Santhal tribal family in Odisha.

A delay in social security pension payments in Odisha has ignited a political dispute, with Chief Minister Patnaik labeling the situation a 'governance failure'.

Odisha state board textbooks are reportedly riddled with errors, including a notable instance where Isaac Newton was incorrectly described as a "great pilot."

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has ordered an inquiry into numerous errors found in school textbooks, following reports from the Primary Teachers Association identifying 1,678 mistakes.

India's Supreme Court has issued a directive to the state of Odisha, instructing it to provide all necessary amenities to a visually impaired man and his mother who are living in poverty.

India successfully conducted a textbook firing of its Long Range Land Attack Cruise Missile (LRLACM), a successor to the Nirbhay experiment, from Odisha.

President Murmu, the Odisha governor, and the Chief Minister have conveyed their greetings to the public on the occasion of the Raja festival.

The Indian state of Odisha has officially rewritten 64 place names that originated during the colonial era, changing them to reflect local heritage, such as Cuttack to Kataka.

The Odisha government has implemented new restrictions on the use of independent official vehicles for its senior officers.

The registration deadline for the Common Application Form (CAF) for Odisha SAMS UG Admissions 2026 has been extended until June 16, with revised dates announced for the admission process.

An Indian court has ordered a CRPF constable to join his posting in Odisha despite his wife's health issues following childbirth.

The Odisha government will deduct maintenance payments from the salaries of government employees who fail to support their families, transferring the amount directly to the ex-wives.

Former Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik has reached across party lines to collaborate with BJP MPs on drafting and advancing the new mines and minerals legislation.

Police in Mayurbhanj district detained a residential school tutor after a health checkup revealed a minor student was pregnant, sparking outrage and legal proceedings.

Indian authorities have apprehended a suspect in Agra eight months after Nikitha Godishala was found dead in the United States, with investigators probing potential financial motives behind the transnational homicide.

Rescue teams located and saved two Chinese nationals days after a China-bound iron ore vessel lost contact approximately 200 nautical miles off the Odisha coast. The incident highlights ongoing maritime safety concerns in the region.

A landslide has disrupted National Highway 520 in Odisha, prompting the Keonjhar superintendent of police to advise caution for commuters, while the IMD has issued orange alerts for six districts.

The discovery of decomposed body parts in a trolley bag on a train in Agra has led police to a home in Chennai, revealing further horrors and extending the probe to Odisha.

The mystery surrounding the Tamil Nadu Express murder case has deepened, with investigators suggesting the suspects may have fled to Odisha.

Police in Odisha, India, have arrested five individuals in connection with the suspected human sacrifice of a 40-year-old man whose headless body was discovered in Balangir, with the victim's head later recovered.

The body of an elderly man in Odisha, India, was reportedly kept on a rooftop for 18 hours due to severe flooding in the Jajpur district. His family claimed they received no assistance in retrieving the body amidst the floodwaters.

Northern and coastal Odisha in India are experiencing severe back-to-back floods, with many households still recovering from the first deluge when a second one arrived, testing the region's resilience against the relentless monsoon.

Prime Minister Modi emphasized a significant boost in railway infrastructure and connectivity across Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, Tamil Nadu, and West Bengal, leading to greater logistics efficiency.

Odisha has eliminated the six-attempt limit for candidates taking the Odisha Civil Services examination, allowing eligible unreserved-category aspirants to appear repeatedly until they reach the new upper age limit of 42.

Approximately 300 students are stranded in a residential school in Odisha after rising floodwaters cut off access to the facility.

The Indian Meteorological Department has issued a red warning for heavy rainfall in Odisha due to a fresh low-pressure area forming in the Bay of Bengal.

Odisha's Chief Minister has ended the six-attempt cap for OCS exams, allowing general category candidates to appear until they reach the upper age limit of 42 years.

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has stated that the new minerals law infringes upon the rights of the state, raising concerns about its implications.

The Supreme Court has instructed the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) to defer its decision regarding the selection of the Director General of Police (DGP) for Odisha.

Odisha is bracing for continued heavy rainfall, prompting the weather agency to issue a red warning for the entire state. Residents are advised to take precautions as severe weather persists.

The selection of Odisha's next Director General of Police (DGP) has been delayed, as the UPSC's empanelment committee faces procedural and integrity concerns while shortlisting three officers for the role.

The Indian state of Odisha is planning its next tiger translocation, following previous efforts to reintroduce tigers into new habitats.

More than 70 people, including 30 children, have fallen ill after a community feast in Balasore, Odisha, with officials suspecting contaminated food or water as the cause.

Teachers at Odisha's Ravenshaw University have accused a BJP MLA of misbehaviour and are demanding an apology for his actions.

Odisha's Pucca Ghar Yojana (Mining) aims to provide durable housing solutions for eligible households in 36 blocks across nine mineral-rich districts impacted by mining, offering financial aid for construction.

President Droupadi Murmu is scheduled to commence a three-day tour of Odisha, with events planned in Cuttack and Ganjam.

A special intensive revision of the Gurgaon draft electoral roll has resulted in a 30% reduction, with nearly one in three names missing from the list.

Odisha Chief Minister Majhi anticipates that the Mahanadi water dispute with Chhattisgarh will be resolved before Diwali. This follows a tripartite meeting aimed at negotiation between the states.

Heavy rainfall has caused severe floods in Odisha, India, resulting in three fatalities and affecting over 200,000 people.

The SAMS Odisha has released the postgraduate admission schedule for 2026-27, with choice-filling currently underway.

The Odisha Crime Branch will investigate the disappearance of a judicial report concerning the 2008 killing of VHP leader Laxmanananda Saraswati and four associates by Maoists in Kandhamal district.

A deep depression has formed over the Odisha-West Bengal coasts, prompting the India Meteorological Department (IMD) to issue warnings for 'extreme' rainfall in the region.

A social media post by the daughter of Odisha BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi, welcoming Dharmendra Pradhan's resignation, caused discontent among party workers and leaders.

India's HCLTech announced plans to invest $1.48 billion in establishing an AI data center and a 5,000-seat technology hub in the state of Odisha. This initiative will be undertaken in collaboration with a domestic startup.

Odisha police have summoned former IAS officer V.K. Pandian in connection with an inquiry into missing inquiry reports. The summons comes as authorities investigate the disappearance of crucial documents.

The Odisha government has confirmed the deaths of two devotees during the annual Rath Yatra festival but has denied reports of any stampede-like incident.

Bank branches in Odisha, Uttarakhand, and Manipur are closed on July 16 for the Rath Yatra and Harela festival celebrations, though online banking services remain available.

As prime convict Dara Singh seeks release in the Graham Staines murder case, Odisha authorities have been directed to make a decision within a month.

India's Supreme Court has asked the Odisha state government to decide on the premature release plea of Dara Singh, who was convicted in the Staines murder case. The top court entertained his plea in August 2024.

A gang of thieves used a Mahindra Thar SUV to uproot an ATM in Balasore, Odisha, and fled with the cash. CCTV footage captured the incident, which occurred early Saturday morning under Khaira police station limits.

A man from West Bengal posed as an IAS officer and defrauded a job aspirant in Odisha of Rs 20 lakh, with the accused identified as Rabinarayan Das.

NLCIL and NALCO have formed a partnership to develop a 1.08-gigawatt thermal power plant in Odisha, India.

The SAMS Odisha +2 First Merit List for 2026 admissions has been released, detailing seat allotments and the schedule for the next steps in the admission process for students.

Ten fishermen from Andhra Pradesh's Vizianagaram district were rescued after their mechanized fishing boat suffered an engine failure and drifted off the Odisha coast near Puri.

The Chief Electoral Officer (CEO) of Odisha announced that approximately 2 million names have been deleted from the state's electoral rolls, primarily due to deaths, migration, and duplicate enrolments, with final rolls expected by September 6.

An Odisha court has convicted 14 women in a 23-year-old case involving the public humiliation of a couple, who were allegedly stripped, garlanded with footwear, had their faces blackened, and forced to walk through a village.

Karan Adani stated that the Adani Group views Odisha as the heart of Eastern India's economic growth, emphasizing that Chairman Gautam Adani sees not just resources but resilience in the state.

The Odisha government in India is set to withdraw school textbooks after teachers pointed out numerous errors, including incorrect names of personalities, swapped images, and historical mix-ups like Hampi and Konark.

A couple in Odisha, India, reportedly stole gold from their jeweller landlord by using a fake celebration and drug-laced sweets.

West Bengal's education department is considering adopting an Odisha-like model to ensure eggs remain on the midday meal menu, offering schools additional funds to purchase them independently. This initiative aims to address the controversy surrounding Iskcon's vegetarian-only menu.

Odisha has suspended four SCERT officials due to the discovery of 1,700 mistakes in school textbooks, including an error that identified Isaac Newton as a pilot. The government is taking action against those responsible for the significant errors.

Sujata Rout Karthikeyan, wife of VK Pandian, has joined the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) in Odisha, with Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik clarifying leadership questions amidst the move.

Five individuals have been arrested in Odisha, India, for allegedly assaulting a Kerala labourer over kidnapping rumors, an incident that follows previous arrests related to the assault of NGO workers.

The nephew of an Odisha minister has been arrested following the suicide of his 20-year-old girlfriend, a student at a private engineering college, who was found dead in her hostel room.

An NGO worker and her colleague were thrashed and stripped by a mob in an Odisha village after a rumor spread that they were child kidnappers, following their interaction with children and distribution of biscuits.

Sixteen individuals were arrested in Odisha, India, for assaulting and stripping a Delhi woman whom they mistakenly believed to be a child kidnapper.

A senior IPS officer in Odisha has been suspended following allegations of harassment, including engaging a constable in domestic work.

A teacher and students in Odisha, India, discovered 15-million-year-old shark fossils during a field visit, which locals have named 'Asura Hadda'.

Engineers in Odisha have been caught allegedly faking the Deputy Speaker’s signature to facilitate transfers, leading to an investigation into the fraudulent activity.

A woman in Odisha reportedly died after consuming pesticide, with her daughter alleging that the incident occurred due to the prolonged delay of her pension for three months, despite repeated bank visits.

Odisha is experiencing a political storm following the arrest of a woman sarpanch and a viral video related to the incident.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi is scheduled to visit Pahadpur, the ancestral village of President Droupadi Murmu's in-laws in Odisha, on June 20.

The Chief Minister of Odisha, Majhi, announced that education will be free for all students in government schools and colleges, from kindergarten to post-graduate levels, making it a universal provision across the state.

The chief of a probe panel stated that a now-missing report on the 2008 killing of a VHP leader in Odisha mentioned conversion and Naxal activity.

A case has been filed concerning the disappearance of reports from the office of then Odisha Chief Minister Patnaik, including one related to the killing of Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati, which sparked the 2008 Kandhamal riots.

The Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) 2026 results have been declared, with Shubhransu Sutar securing the top position in the B Pharm category. Other toppers across various disciplines were also announced.

Authorities have taken into custody a couple from Manipur following forensic and DNA identification of a 38-year-old Odisha woman whose remains were discovered on a train traveling to Delhi.

The Biju Janata Dal party is urging the Odisha state assembly to pass a resolution opposing recent amendments to the Mines and Minerals Development and Regulation Act, warning of potential Supreme Court intervention if ignored.

Educational institutions in Odisha have received directives to limit the preparation of deep-fried dishes due to reported national fuel shortages. The measure aims to conserve cooking gas supplies while addressing broader logistical challenges in the energy sector.

Indian authorities arrested fugitive software engineer Arjun Sharma in Agra following an Interpol Red Corner Notice, linking him to the December 2025 murder of fellow developer Nikitha Godishala in Maryland, USA.

The body of a woman was recovered from under a kitchen slab in Odisha after she had not been seen for days, with her son now missing and considered a suspect.

Chennai police are searching for a couple in Odisha suspected of murdering a woman from Jagatsinghpur and disposing of her remains. The victim's body parts were discovered in a suitcase aboard the Tamil Nadu Express.

Odisha's Chief Minister Majhi announced that the birthplace of VHP leader Laxmanananda Saraswati, known for his campaigns against religious conversions, will be developed as a heritage village.

The flood situation in Odisha is easing as water levels in major rivers have fallen, with no heavy rains expected for the next 48 hours.

An ASHA worker in Odisha, India, was lauded for carrying an elderly woman to safety on her back amidst severe flooding in the region.

In Odisha, India, 248 students were rescued from a flood-hit school after being stranded for four days. The headmaster confirmed that the students remained safe on the second floor of the building.

A woman police sub-inspector, a journalist, and two other individuals have been arrested in connection with the abduction of an Odisha businessman. The arrests were made following an investigation into the kidnapping incident.

Floodwaters have impacted a school in Kendrapara, Odisha, affecting over 300 students in the region.

Authorities in Odisha are implementing measures to combat coastal erosion, which poses a significant threat to the lives and livelihoods of residents in the region.

A pregnant woman from Odisha, who had been reported missing, was found dead in Andhra Pradesh. Investigations led to the arrest of her alleged lover and another individual in connection with her murder.

Vinaytosh Mishra is set to take charge as Odisha's acting Director General of Police on August 16, as the Supreme Court continues to hear a plea challenging the state’s police chief selection process.

Heavy rainfall has exacerbated flooding across northern Odisha, India, causing rivers to swell, inundating villages, and disrupting roads, with further rain warnings issued by the IMD.

The Supreme Court has halted the UPSC selection meeting for Odisha's next police chief until August 18, seeking assurance that there will be no backdoor entries in the selection process. This decision creates suspense over the appointment of the new DGP.

New coalmining proposals, primarily in India's Odisha and Jharkhand states, contributed to an 11% increase in planned global coal supplies last year, despite a plateau in worldwide demand.

The SAMS Odisha PG Round 1 Seat Allotment Result for 2026 has been released on pg.samsodisha.gov.in, with further instructions provided for applicants.

This article highlights various bureaucrats, from Pyari to Sujata, who have played significant roles in shaping and influencing the political landscape of Odisha. Their actions have left a lasting impact on the state's governance.

A chargesheet has been filed naming 11 individuals in connection with the lynching of an Odisha constable.

Indian President Droupadi Murmu undertook a 170-km train journey on the second day of her visit to Odisha.

The Odisha Cabinet has approved a bill to establish economic region authorities and also cleared the second phase of the state's flagship tribal livelihood program, the Mukhya Mantri Janajati Jeevika Mission. These initiatives aim to boost economic development and support tribal communities.

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has voiced strong disapproval over the reported change to a 'saffron' colored jersey for India's national men's and women's hockey teams, recalling their past Olympic successes in blue.

Farmers in India's eastern state of Odisha celebrated the Raja festival, traditionally marking the monsoon's start, under clear skies as the rains arrived so late that seeds were sown without them, raising concerns about a 'super' El Niño.

The Odisha government has issued evacuation orders as severe floods have impacted more than 100,000 people across the state, prompting emergency response efforts.

The Chief Minister of Odisha has announced the renaming of Phulbani Medical College after Swami Laxmanananda Saraswati. This initiative aims to preserve the historical and cultural significance of the ashram while bolstering educational infrastructure in the tribal-dominated district.

Odisha observes 'Rasagola Dibasa' (Rasagola Day) as Lord Jagannath makes his return to the Puri temple following the annual Rath Yatra festival.

Odisha has moved to secure trademarks for names and logos associated with the Puri Jagannath temple, asserting its status as the sole 'Jagannath Dham'.

Five people were killed and two injured when a car carrying seven individuals, all aged 25-28, plunged into a roadside pond in Odisha while they were on their way to a friend's wedding.

Former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has called for the resignation of Dharmendra Pradhan, citing the 'very serious' and 'very grave' situation surrounding exam irregularities and widespread protests.

Thousands of devotees attended the 149th Lord Jagannath Rath Yatra in Ahmedabad, featuring a tableau against the Iran war, 18 elephants, and 100 trucks. Millions also braved heavy rain to witness the Jagannath chariots roll in Puri, Odisha.

An Odisha woman who went missing during the Rath Yatra festival a decade ago has been located in Bengal, with the assistance of ham radio operators.

Manoj Padhi, the former director of SCERT, has been arrested by the Odisha CID after prolonged questioning as part of an investigation into errors found in newly published textbooks for Classes I to VIII.

A man in Odisha died after his wife allegedly hit him on the head with a mobile phone during an argument at their residence.

The Odisha government has ordered a Crime Branch investigation into factual errors found in textbooks, with an FIR to be filed, following suggestions of a possible conspiracy.

The Kalinga Sena, led by Hemant Rath, has threatened ISKCON devotees, vowing to prevent their entry into Puri during the upcoming Rath Yatra on July 16, citing a dispute over the timing of the festival.

Odisha has implemented a comprehensive security plan for the Puri Rath Yatra, involving 12,000 police personnel, crowd control, traffic management, emergency response, and drone surveillance.

Ganjam and Cuttack are among the districts in Odisha with the highest number of deletions from the State Institutional Register (SIR). This indicates a significant removal of entries from the register in these regions.

Odisha has published its draft electoral rolls, revealing that over 20 lakh names have been deleted after a special intensive revision phase.

In Odisha, 20 lakh deletions from the draft voter list have drawn criticism from the opposition, which claims that genuine voters were excluded due to minor anomalies.

The Indian state of Odisha is developing strategies to leverage the economic potential of its 575-kilometer coastline, focusing on various development initiatives.

An oil tanker en route to India, which was hit by shrapnel near the Strait of Hormuz, successfully reached a port in Odisha, India, without further incident.

Odisha's JAGA Mission, launched in 2017, is transforming urban development by granting legal land rights to slum dwellers and upgrading existing slums into livable neighborhoods with improved infrastructure.

An investigation is underway into the death of a teenage girl from an Odisha hamlet who died in a factory unit in Tamil Nadu, 1,500 km away from her home. The circumstances surrounding her death are being examined.

Four teenagers were arrested in Odisha, India, for allegedly assaulting catering staff at a wedding feast after being refused mutton curry and offered chicken instead.

An Odisha Pocso court has sentenced a father to 20 years imprisonment for raping his minor daughter, with the abuse reportedly beginning in 2017 when she was about 12 years old.

Odisha has initiated a ₹500 crore scheme aimed at transforming neglected riverfronts and urban water bodies into environmentally sustainable, socially inclusive, and economically vibrant assets.

An Odisha native, Danpat Naik, died at Thrissur Medical College Hospital following an alleged assault over a payment dispute at a brothel in Korappath, Kerala.

A woman from Delhi interning with an NGO in Odisha's tribal areas was reportedly stripped and molested, leading to 20 arrests in connection with the incident.

Two young development workers on a fellowship field visit in Odisha's Rayagada district were brutally attacked by a mob who mistook them for child kidnappers, leading to 16 arrests.

Odisha Chief Minister Majhi announced that action will be taken against 128 medical officers and dental surgeons who have been absent from duty without authorization for over five years in government hospitals.

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi has established a panel to investigate the causes behind 1,600 errors found in new school textbooks for classes 1 to 8.

More than 1,600 errors, including misplaced images of the Karnataka Assembly and Niyamgiri hills, have been discovered in new school textbooks in Odisha, India.

The husband of a judicial officer in Odisha, India, has been arrested following allegations of dowry harassment and both mental and physical abuse over a ten-month period.

The Odisha government has introduced new measures to ease the registration process for apartments constructed before the implementation of the Real Estate (Regulation and Development) Act (RERA).

An Odisha officer has been arrested in connection with the death of his estranged lover, Chandrika Hembram, whose family claims she faced complexion-related taunts despite a 14-year relationship with officer Bhimsen Prasad Tudu.

An Odisha man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding a job seeker of ₹21 lakh (approximately $25,000 USD) under the false promise of securing a railway post.

Delhi, Punjab, and Odisha are among the Indian states rolling out free travel provisions for candidates appearing for the NEET-UG re-examination. The re-exam was scheduled after the original test was canceled due to a paper leak and allegations of irregularities.

West Bengal plans to remove 'Dham' from the name of the Digha Jagannath temple. This decision comes at the request of Odisha's Chief Minister.