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Adult film star's stay at Rourkela circuit house triggers police probe
Rakesh Pradhan
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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
IHCL Signs Gateway Hotel in Sambalpur, Odisha
Balangir farmer murder: Sarpanch among 4 convicted
IHC and Adani sign $22 billion MoU with Odisha for 14 projects
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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.
IHCL Signs Gateway Hotel in Sambalpur, Odisha
IHCL has signed a deal to build a 125-key Gateway hotel in Sambalpur, Odisha, with restaurants, gym, pool and over 10,000 sq ft of banquet space.
Balangir farmer murder: Sarpanch among 4 convicted
A Balangir farmer killed in 2010 was convicted by a Titilagarh court, with a serving sarpanch among four sentenced to seven years' rigorous imprisonment.
IHC and Adani sign $22 billion MoU with Odisha for 14 projects
IHC and Adani signed a $22 billion MoU with Odisha for 14 projects during the Chief Minister’s UAE visit.
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