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Odisha’s Kalahandi bauxite reserves key to state’s industrial growth
Jyotirmayee Majhi
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15-year-old drowns at Lalpathar waterfall in Jharsuguda
Fifteen-year-old Arshit Tripathy drowned at Lalpathar waterfall in Jharsuguda while bathing with friends; his body was found after a four-hour search.
Sambalpur Warriors aim for Odisha T20 title after runners-up finish
Sambalpur Warriors return to the Odisha T20 League on September 20, aiming to improve on last season's runners-up finish against defending champions Cuttack Panthers.
Adult film star's stay at Rourkela circuit house triggers police probe
Police have launched a probe into the December stay of an adult film star at Rourkela Circuit House, questioning three individuals including the son of a retired SP-rank officer.
Odisha police arrest wanted criminal after Sambalpur shootout
Mohammad Irfan, wanted in 24 criminal cases, was arrested after a police shootout in Sambalpur that left him with a leg injury.
Maa Sunadei Shrine Hosts Nuakhai Celebration in Sunabeda
Balangir Police Arrest Two Habitual Offenders After Attack
Bargarh Air Quality Moderate, PM2.5 20.5 µg/m³ on Sep 12
Air Quality in Bargarh, Odisha – Current AQI 72, PM2.5 20.5 µg/m³
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Odisha’s Kalahandi bauxite reserves key to state’s industrial growth
Responsible bauxite mining in Kalahandi is essential to strengthen Odisha’s industrial base and support India’s self‑reliance, according to former GSI director Shiba Mahakud.
15-year-old drowns at Lalpathar waterfall in Jharsuguda
Fifteen-year-old Arshit Tripathy drowned at Lalpathar waterfall in Jharsuguda while bathing with friends; his body was found after a four-hour search.
Sambalpur Warriors aim for Odisha T20 title after runners-up finish
Sambalpur Warriors return to the Odisha T20 League on September 20, aiming to improve on last season's runners-up finish against defending champions Cuttack Panthers.
Adult film star's stay at Rourkela circuit house triggers police probe
Police have launched a probe into the December stay of an adult film star at Rourkela Circuit House, questioning three individuals including the son of a retired SP-rank officer.
Odisha police arrest wanted criminal after Sambalpur shootout
Mohammad Irfan, wanted in 24 criminal cases, was arrested after a police shootout in Sambalpur that left him with a leg injury.
Maa Sunadei Shrine Hosts Nuakhai Celebration in Sunabeda
Maa Sunadei shrine in Sunabeda observed Nuakhai on September 13, 2026, featuring first harvest offerings that reflect tradition and community spirit.
Balangir Police Arrest Two Habitual Offenders After Attack
Balangir police arrested two habitual offenders for attacking students and damaging vehicles inside Rajendra University campus, forwarding them to court on Saturday.
Bargarh Air Quality Moderate, PM2.5 20.5 µg/m³ on Sep 12
Bargarh’s air quality remained Moderate on September 12 with PM2.5 at 20.5 µg/m³, prompting health advisories for sensitive groups.
Air Quality in Bargarh, Odisha – Current AQI 72, PM2.5 20.5 µg/m³
Bargarh, Odisha reports a Moderate AQI of 72 with PM2.5 at 20.5 µg/m³, 4.1 times the WHO guideline, and advises sensitive groups to reduce outdoor activity.
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