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  • Nuapada: PMAY Technical Consultant falls in vigilance trap; Arrested

    Nuapada: PMAY Technical Consultant falls in vigilance trap; Arrested

    Nuapada: Technical Consultant of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (PMAY) section of Khariar was arrested after being caught red handed while taking bribe. The consultant was caught red-handed while taking bribe of Rs 10, 000 from a PMAY beneficiary.

    The accused has been identified as Dev Chandan Rout. He is a Technical Consultant (Jr.Engineer) of Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana (PMAY) Section of Khariar NAC in Nuapada district.

    Dev Chandan was caught red-handed while accepting bribe Rs.10,000/-  from a PMAY beneficiary for submission of completion certificate and facilitating release of final bill  under PMAY-Urban  Scheme to the beneficiary.

    The entire tainted money has been recovered and seized from the possession of accused Dev Chandan.

    Following the trap, simultaneous searches are being conducted at two locations of the accused in Nuapada district from DA angle.

    Earlier today, the banking assistant of Bhawanipatna Central Cooperative Bank identified as Pradeep Kumar Chandrakar was under Odisha vigilance scanner over alleged allegation of acquisition of disproportionate assets.

  • STF seizes 161 kg of Ganja in Odisha’s Angul; 3 arrested

    STF seizes 161 kg of Ganja in Odisha’s Angul; 3 arrested

    Angul: A team of Special Task Force (STF) has seized more than 161 kg of Ganja and other incriminating materials in Odish’s Angul district. The cops have also arrested three in this connection.

    The three accused were identified as Sarmit Urma of Chandrapur village, Rohit Behera of Madhapur village and Sunil Deep of Routpada. The cannabis was beiing seized from Chandrapur village under Athamalik police limits of the district. Reportedly, Ganja more than 161 kg and other incriminating materials were recovered & seized from their possession. Further search related to the case are underway.

    A case has been registered on the report of STF at Athamalik Police Station for necessary legal action.

    Special drive against narcotic drugs is continuing. Since 2020, STF has seized more than 69 Kg of Brown Sugar, 202 Gram Cocaine and more than 115 quintals of Ganja, Opium 750 gram and arrested more than 172 drug dealers.

  • Mercury reaches 45.3°C in Sambalpur, Bhubaneswar boils at 43.8°C

    Mercury reaches 45.3°C in Sambalpur, Bhubaneswar boils at 43.8°C

    Bhubaneswar: Many places in Odisha recorded temperatures of over 40°C by 2:30 pm on Monday said the latest report of the local MeT office.

    Most parts of Odisha are facing a heatwave-like situation. On Monday Bhubaneswar recorded 43.8°C at 2:30 pm. The highest temperature however was recorded at 45.3°C in Sambalpur. Jharsuguda recorded temperatures at 42.4°C.

    People have been advised to refrain from stepping outside the house from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm. They have been asked too take necessary precautions in case going out of home within the time is unavoidable.

    As per the forecast of the Meteorological Centre Bhubaneswar, India Meteorological Department, the day time temperature is likely to rise further by 2 – 3°C during next two days.

    Consequently day temperature likely to be 40°C or above at a few places over a few districts during the next 4-5 days. Hot and discomfort weather likely during this period.

    Here are the temperatures recorded across Odisha by 2:30 pm today: 

    Sambalpur: 45.3 degrees

    Jharsuguda: 42.4 degrees

    Hirakud: 42.8 degrees

    Bhubaneswar: 43.8 degrees

    Keonjhar: 40 degrees

    Chandbali: 39 degrees

    Balasore: 37.4 degrees

    Puri: 36.4 degrees

    Gopalpur: 34.6 degrees

    Paradip: 34 degrees

    Odisha measured record humidity by 2:30 today:

    Paradip: 72%
    Gopalpur: 67%
    Chandbali: 65%
    Puri: 64%
    Balasore: 67%
    Bhubaneswar: 40%
    Keonjhar: 32%
    Hirakud: 25%
    Jharsuguda: 25%
    Sambalpur: 21%

  • Odisha: Twin city heaves a sigh of relief after temperature drops in evening

    Odisha: Twin city heaves a sigh of relief after temperature drops in evening

    Bhubaneswar/ Cuttack: The twin city of Odisha Bhubaneswar-Cuttack heaved a sigh of relief in the evening of Monday after the city witnessed lightning, thunderstorm and wind flow with speed reaching 50 to 60 kmph in some places.

    The whole of Odisha sizzled today under scorching heat wave and even normal life got hampered. Today, the capital city recorded the maximum day temperature of 44.3 degree Celsius while Sambalpur topped the list today among all stations of Odisha with 46.1 Degree Celsius.

    In the evening the weather has taken a considerable change and the twin cities Bhubaneswar and Cuttack have witnessed flowing wind. In Cuttack, thunderstorm along with lightning was witnessed while gusty wind speed flowed reaching 50 to 60 kmph.

    While the silver city also received rainfall due to the affect of Norwester trees got uprooted due to the heavy windspeed. Accordingly, power failure has been experienced at many places.

  • Odisha: Sexual harassment allegations against singer Sourin Bhatt

    Odisha: Sexual harassment allegations against singer Sourin Bhatt

    Cuttack: Sexual harassment allegations against singer Sourin Bhatt, a woman in Cuttack has stated that she has been harassed by the singer.

    The woman has filed a case in the Mahila Police Station at Cuttack against the singer said reliable reports on Monday.

    A female singer has filed a written complaint in this regard. The woman has accused the singer of false promises of marriage, cheating, torture and exploitation. According to her, vocalist Saurin Bhatt has already extorted Rs 10 lakh from her.

    A woman has accused the singer of physically and mentally torturing her. However, there was no response from Saurin after the complaint.

    A case has been filed under Indian Penal Code (IPC) under sections 376, 493, 341, 294, 417 and 506.  The statements of the complainant has also been recorded under section 161 of the CrPC.

    Detailed report awaited in this matter.

  • Odisha DHE releases schedule for admission into +3 and UG courses

    Odisha DHE releases schedule for admission into +3 and UG courses

    Bhubaneswar: The Department of Higher Education Odisha has released the schedule for e-admission into all +3 courses on Monday. This includes the self-financing (degree) colleges.

    The interested students need to log on to the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) portal and check the entire detailed schedule.

    Here is the admission schedule:

    Availability of Common Application Form (CAF): June 19

    Last date to apply online CAF: July 4

    Validation and Correction of CAF at SAMS Resource Centres: June 21 to July 7 (Except Holidays)

    Publication of Provisional Allotment of Seats (for first round selection): July 14

    Selection of Slide/Freeze/Float Option and Online Payment of Admission Fees by selected Students: July 14 to July 18

    Reporting of the Applicants at allotted institutions for taking Admission (first round selection): July 15 and July 17 to July 19

  • Odisha: TPCODL takes measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply

    Odisha: TPCODL takes measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply

    Bhubaneswar: TP Central Odisha Distribution Ltd (TPCODL) has implemented several special measures to ensure uninterrupted power supply during the ongoing severe heatwave.

    According to the forecast by the India Meteorological Department (IMD) the company shall ensure uninterrupted power supply. In addition, the Company has nearly completed the network restoration work following the recent severe Kalbaishakhi spells.

    The dedicated workforce of TPCODL has worked tirelessly day and night to restore power supply in all affected areas. The restoration efforts are being closely monitored by the Central Power System Control Center (C-PSCC) and divisional-level monitoring teams.

    Majority of the impacted networks have been restored and TPCODL is actively addressing specific
    localised complaints. Mr. Arvind Singh – CEO, TPCODL, shared these updates today during his meeting with the Chief Secretary of Odisha Shri Pradeep Kumar Jena, IAS.

    To ensure reliable power supply and swift restoration in case another spell of Kalbaishakhi hits the area, TPCODL has deployed 7,700 ground staff and equipped them with poles, conductors, hydra and polemasters.

    The Company has also deployed Aska lights for restoration work to continue at night as
    needed. In addition to the above, 1,000 staff members are ready to be deployed during any exigencies. In response to the current situation, all leaves of TPCODL technical staff have been cancelled and the entire team is fully committed to serve the people in Odisha.

    TPCODL has taken additional measures for restoration work, including coordination with the Odisha Disaster Rapid Action Force (ODRAF) and local administration for material transportation in river crossing areas through boats.

    TPCODL remains committed to providing quality electricity supply to its consumers said the Company in a press release earlier today.

  • Scorching heat wave engulfs Odisha, Sambalpur records 46.1 Celsius

    Scorching heat wave engulfs Odisha, Sambalpur records 46.1 Celsius

    Bhubaneswar: Scorching heat wave has engulfed Odisha while the whole State is sizzling as mercury soars. Today, Sambalpur recorded the highest maximum day temperature with 46.1 degree Celsius.

    When it comes to the capital city, Bhubaneswar recorded 44.3 Degree Celsius. It was informed by the Meteorological Centre, Bhubaneswar.

    Besides, on Monday Hirakud sizzled with 45.6°C, Sonepur recorded 45°C while Bargarh recorded 44.9°C. Apart from that Bolangir, Boudh, Titlagarh, Nayagarh and Talcher recorded 44°C.

    While the whole of Odisha sizzled today as per a recent report thunderstorm lightning gusty wind speed reaching 50 to 60 kmph continuing over Balasore, Jajpur, Cuttack, Bhadrak likely to affect Kendrapada and Jagatsinghpur, the regional Meteorological Centre said in a tweet.

    Today, 10 locations across the State recorded max day temperature above 44 degree Celsius, while 31 stations recorded temperature above 40 degree C.

    Here are the maximum temperature recorded at different locations of Odisha as of today, 12th June 2023.

  • Man killed after being hit by bike in Odisha’s Malkangiri

    Man killed after being hit by bike in Odisha’s Malkangiri

    Malkangiri: In a tragic incident, a man was killed in a road mishap in Malkangiri district of Odisha on Monday. The accident took place in the MPV 23 village under Kalimela Police station limits in the district.

    The deceased man has been identified as Supad Sarkar of the village. The accused is said to be from the MV 115 village under MV 79 Police outpost limits.

    As per reports, Sarkar was walking on the road to reach the pond of the village that is by the road side to take bath when he met the accident. A biker hit him and accordingly he was killed on the spot.

    After getting information Kalimela Police reached the spot and initiated investigation. Further probe of the case is underway.

    Earlier today an elderly woman died after being hit by a motorcycle in Odisha’s Balangir district. The accident took place in the Dhamandanga village under Kantabanji police limits of the district.

  • Odisha women win Senior National Rugby 7s Championship

    Odisha women win Senior National Rugby 7s Championship

    Pune:  Odisha women saw off Maharashtra in the finals of the 10th Senior National Rugby 7s Championship by a huge margin of 31-7, at Balewadi Stadium, here.

    This Championship acts as a platform for players to showcase their talent as they look for a spot in the Indian team.

    Odisha were hard to catch up with, even though Maharashtra showed a spirited effort during Saturday’s final. The semifinals leading up to the finale saw Odisha beat West Bengal 26-5 and Maharashtra beat Kerala 14-5 in their respective matches.

    “We are happy to have won the championship, we played very well against Maharashtra and have worked very hard for the last 2 months at the state camp. I am very happy with the performance of my teammates,” said Mama Naik, Odisha’s Forward Prop.

    Earlier, in the Junior Nationals, Odisha dominated Maharashtra girls by 52-0 in the finals.

    Odisha beat their close competitors Bihar 22-17 in the semifinals whilst the other finalist Maharashtra beat West Bengal 29-5.

    “Whether it’s gold, silver or bronze, all the junior girls and women have played extremely well and displayed some formidable talent. Congratulations to all the players. This is a big year for Indian Rugby — we have the upcoming Asian Games that we hope to participate in, the Asian Trophy as well as the Olympic Qualifiers in November.

    And these Nationals are one of the events from which we will be selecting our national camp invitees for those three international tournaments. Well played to all and see a few of you at the National Camps!” said Rahul Bose, President, Indian Rugby Football Union.

    The junior boys and men’s event will start from June 14 and will culminate on 18.