Revenue Inspector (RI) Suraj Bala of Jharapalli in Malkangiri district was arrested by the Vigilance Department while accepting a bribe of ₹8,000 for issuing a caste certificate. This is the second time he has been caught; he was previously arrested in November 2023 for taking a ₹15,000 bribe regarding land documents. Public demand for strict punishment has risen following his repeated offenses. https://odishasambad.in/ri-of-jharapali-circle-under-malkangiri-district-nabbed-by-odisha-vigilance-while-taking-bribe/

The 154th birth anniversary of Sri Aurobindo was celebrated with great fervor at the Siddheswar Temple premises in Nimapada, Puri district. Organized by Shrima Welp For Foundation and Suman volunteers, the event included participants from 10 blocks of Puri district. The program featured discussions on Sri Aurobindo's philosophy, silent prayers, Durga Stotra, and musical performances. Key organizers highlighted the crucial role of Suman volunteers in social service during the seminar. https://odishatazanews.com/?p=210166

The kidnapping case of businessman Narendra Sahu in Balangir took a sensational turn with the arrest of a woman Police Sub-Inspector and a crime reporter. Snehamanjari Sahu, an SI at Bhubaneswar Police HQ, and journalist Sanjay Jena were arrested for their involvement in the conspiracy. The victim was kept in a lodge, threatened with a pistol, and forced to record fake videos as part of a 50 lakh rupee extortion plot. While the SI initially fled the scene, Balangir police eventually apprehended her. Four people have been arrested so far, with investigations ongoing for six more suspects. https://sambad.in/state/narendra-sahu-kidnapping-case-12390224

Two armed miscreants snatched a gold chain from a woman at gunpoint outside AIIMS Bhubaneswar. As they tried to flee on a motorcycle, the brave woman managed to pull one of them down. Local residents caught the fallen robber and handed him over to the Khandagiri police. A pistol was recovered from the suspect, who is reportedly from outside Odisha. Police have launched a search for the second accomplice who managed to escape. https://odishasambad.in/gold-chain-snatched-at-gunpoint-one-held/

Parents in Pattamundai, Kendrapara district, took matters into their own hands to rescue their children from Kulasahi Ashram School, which has been surrounded by floodwaters for two days. Around 255 students were stranded on the school's upper floor due to rising river levels. Frustrated by administrative delays in evacuation, parents used small boats to bring their children home. Many students reported health issues like fever and skin infections. While medical teams provided basic care, the lack of early administrative action has sparked public anger. https://odia.news18.com/news/odisha/parents-rescued-students-trapped-in-floodwaters-bks-ws-l-405878.html

The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) seized 55 kg of methamphetamine worth approximately ₹300 crore at a container freight station near Mumbai's Jawaharlal Nehru Port. The drugs were concealed within a consignment of maize. Investigations reveal the involvement of a Pakistan-based narco-trafficking syndicate led by Mohammad Hussain Dad. The syndicate attempted to smuggle the contraband by contacting export-import firms in Mumbai and trading companies in Uttar Pradesh. https://www.dharitri.com/drugs-worth-rs-300-crore-seized/

Former Delhi Cabinet Minister and AAP leader Satyendar Jain has been arrested by the Anti-Corruption Branch (ACB) in connection with alleged irregularities and corruption in the Delhi Jal Board (DJB) Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) tenders. Along with Jain, six others including former DJB CEO Udit Prakash Rai and several private contractors have been apprehended. Investigations revealed that tender conditions were manipulated to favor a specific private company, causing significant loss to the government exchequer. Evidence suggests a bribe of approximately 1.52 crore INR was transferred via intermediaries for property purchases. Electronic and financial evidence points toward a criminal conspiracy in the procurement process. https://argusnews.in/politics/satyendar-jain-arrested-delhi-jal-board-tender-scam-acb

The gates of the Kanpur Dam have been opened, leading to a massive influx of floodwater in the region. The sudden release of water has triggered flood fears in nearby areas like Basudevpur. Local residents are concerned as river water levels rise rapidly following the discharge. https://otvkhabar.in/videosodisha/kanpur-dam-opened-the-flood-water-came-rushing-otvshorts-flood-kanpurdam-basudevpur-12393634

Continuous rainfall for over a month and a half has triggered floods from hill streams in the Kaliapani area of Jajpur district. More than 10 villages at the foothills of Daitari and Satakulia mountains are severely affected, with 31 families losing their homes due to wall collapses. These families are currently seeking shelter in relatives' houses as their food and belongings are destroyed. Additionally, a health scare has emerged with four people reportedly dying from heart attacks in a single day. Locals are demanding immediate administrative assistance and permanent housing under the PM Awas Yojana. https://sambad.in/district/jajpur/odisha-rain-31-families-homeless-in-jajpur-hill-side-villages-12393410

Actress Ayesha Khan recently sparked engagement rumors after sharing romantic photos with a mystery man while flaunting a diamond ring. The photos, captioned 'A Dream', went viral on social media. However, it was later revealed that the pictures were part of a commercial promotion for a famous diamond brand and not an actual engagement. Similar promotional tactics have been used previously by other celebrities like Malaika Arora and Hina Khan. https://www.dharitri.com/television-ayesha-khan-got-engaged-rumors-starts-as-actress-post-photos-with-mystery-man/