A high-voltage drama unfolded during the Panchayat Samiti meeting at Ghasipura block office in Keonjhar. Heated arguments erupted between government officials and public representatives, including Sarpanches and Zilla Parishad members, over local issues. Specifically, a clash occurred between the Ramchandrapur Sarpanch and the Ghasipura CDPO regarding the establishment of Anganwadi centers. Complaints were also raised against engineers for preparing bills without site visits. MLA Badri Narayan Patra was present during the incident. https://otvkhabar.in/odisha/uproar-at-ghasipura-panchayat-samiti-meeting-over-local-issues-12486010

On the occasion of Janmashtami, public darshan at Puri Jagannath Temple will be closed for five hours from 7 PM to 12 AM for the special Krishna Janma rituals. Following tradition, special rituals like Jeuṭa Bhoga and Garbha-udaka Bandapana were performed. The Shri Jagannath Temple Administration (SJTA) announced this to ensure smooth conduct of secret rituals by Mahajan servitors. Celebrations are also peaking in Mathura, Vrindavan, and Dwarka. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/janmastami-niti/article-38484

A serious road accident occurred on State Highway 17 near Digapahandi, Ganjam district. A scooty driver was critically injured after losing control while overtaking and crashing into a truck parked on the roadside. Local residents attribute the accident to illegal parking of heavy vehicles and the poor condition of the Digapahandi-Berhampur highway. The identity of the injured driver is yet to be established, and locals are demanding stricter parking regulations and road repairs to prevent future tragedies. https://www.dharitri.com/scooty-went-under-the-truck-and-then/

The Regional Meteorological Centre has predicted dry weather in Odisha until September 8. However, a cyclonic circulation is expected to form over the Bay of Bengal around September 9, which may intensify into a low-pressure area by September 13. This could bring heavy rainfall to various parts of Odisha and Jharkhand. From June 1 to late August, Odisha has already received 25% more rainfall than normal, with most districts recording normal to excess precipitation. https://www.samayalive.in/odisha-news/the-weather-will-remain-dry-till-the-8th/article-38487

Keonjhar Police busted a major gang involved in the theft of transformers and electric wires, arresting 16 members including two electrical engineers. The engineers reportedly left their jobs to join the criminal gang, using their technical knowledge to cut power lines and dismantle transformers. During raids across 20 locations in 5 districts, police seized over 6 quintals of copper and aluminum wires, gold, cash, and mobile phones. The gang is allegedly linked to over 100 cases across the state. https://otvkhabar.in/crime/engineer-turned-looter-keonjhar-police-bust-transformer-theft-gang-16-arrested-12489687

Hatibari police foiled a major robbery attempt and arrested three gang members identified as Bolo Khalekho, Ajay Kujur, and Sanatan Sahu. The police seized a Scorpio vehicle, knives, iron rods, and chili powder from them. The gang was previously involved in stealing copper wires from a limestone mine and transformers. While three were caught during the midnight raid near Purunapani, others managed to escape. https://sambad.in/crime/hatibari-police-foils-robbery-plan-three-arrested-weapons-seized-12488964

On the occasion of Janmashtami, special rituals are being held at the Puri Jagannath Temple. Lord Jagannath himself will perform the leela of giving birth to Lord Krishna. Public darshan will be restricted from 7 PM to 12 AM for the secret birth rituals performed by Mahajana servitors. Across the country, including Mathura and Vrindavan, festivities are in full swing. https://odia.news18.com/news/festival/celebration-begin-in-india-for-janmastami-lord-jagannaths-dwapara-leela-in-srimandir-ssd-ws-l-409525.html

Police conducted a raid in Digapahandi against illegal alcohol trading and seized a large quantity of illicit liquor while catching the perpetrators in the act. The operation aimed at curbing the illegal supply chain in the region. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/society/illegal-liquor-trade-the-police-sat-down-otvshorts-illegal-alcoholsupply-digapahandi-12493400

An Air India pilot-in-command was found positive for cannabis use following an investigation into a mid-air incident on August 4. The flight, AI-2379 traveling from Phuket to Delhi, experienced a sudden 300-foot drop due to hydraulic pressure loss, causing injuries to 20 passengers and 4 crew members. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) termed the pilot's drug consumption a 'serious concern' and recommended strict actions by the DGCA to prevent such safety violations in the future. https://sambad.in/india-and-beyond/advertisement-india-ai-phuket-delhi-flight-lost-all-three-hydraulics-at-36000-ft-aaib-report-flags-pilots-drug-use-as-serious-concern-12493351

The Odisha Kudumi Sena is set to observe 'Black Day' at Jantar Mantar, Delhi on September 6, demanding the inclusion of the Kudumi community in the ST list. Hundreds of activists have started their journey from Rairangpur, Mayurbhanj, to submit a memorandum to the President of India. They claim that their community was removed from the ST list on September 6, 1950, without any clear reason. The organization has warned that if their demands are not met, they will intensify their protest and prohibit political leaders from entering their villages. https://sambad.in/district/mayurbhanj/kurumi-sena-black-day-jantar-mantar-st-status-demand-12493506