Rakesh Pradhan
District Correspondent, Jharsuguda
Rakesh Pradhan reports on Jharsuguda's industrial corridor, power and aluminium sector news, and civic administration for the Mirror.
Articles by Rakesh Pradhan
Vedanta Joins as Platinum Sponsor for IBAAS 2026 in Jharsuguda
Vedanta has joined as platinum sponsor for IBAAS 2026 in Jharsuguda, scheduled for September 9–11, 2026, expecting 350 delegates from over 120 global companies.
Jharsuguda police arrest 70-year-old man for sexually assaulting disabled 15-year-old
Jharsuguda police arrested a 70-year-old man for allegedly sexually assaulting a specially abled 15-year-old girl after her mother filed a complaint.
Vedanta Aluminium Strengthens Rural Education in Jharsuguda and Sundargarh
Vedanta Aluminium's Project Vidya initiative strengthens rural education in Jharsuguda and Sundargarh districts of Odisha.
Two killed, five injured in lightning strikes in Jharsuguda district
Two persons were killed and five injured in separate lightning strikes in Jharsuguda district on Monday, including a teacher and a cyclist.
Banned cough syrup worth over Rs 1.2 crore seized in Jharsuguda
Jharsuguda police seized over Rs 1.2 crore of banned codeine cough syrup and arrested two inter-state traffickers near Tumbekela.
Heavy Rain Floods Village Entrances in Jharsuguda, Residents Worried
Continuous heavy rainfall on August 1, 2026 flooded village entrances in Jharsuguda district, disrupting normal life and raising concerns among residents.
Jharsuguda Cop Discharged After 36-Day ECMO at AIIMS Bhubaneswar
A Jharsuguda woman police officer was discharged from AIIMS Bhubaneswar on July 24 after 36 days on ECMO for ARDS.
Odisha Youth Injured in Police Shootout After Murder Bid Attempt
Ankit Ghosh alias Sonu, a 26‑year‑old habitual offender, was injured and apprehended in a police shootout in Jharsuguda after a woman complained of an attempted shooting by him and his associate.
Ankit Ghosh Injured in Police Encounter at Jharsuguda Ib River Ghat
Ankit Ghosh, a notorious criminal with seven pending cases, was injured in a police encounter at Jharsuguda's Ib river ghat on 27 July 2026 after allegedly opening fire on officers.
OSCPCR issues notices to BJD leaders over schoolchildren's participation in protest
Odisha State Commission for Protection of Child Rights issues notices to BJD leaders over schoolchildren's participation in protest in Jharsuguda.
Vedanta Aluminium Supports Pulse Polio Drive in Jharsuguda
Vedanta Aluminium partners with District Health Department to support Pulse Polio drive in Jharsuguda.
Vedanta Aluminium Supports Pulse Polio Drive in Jharsuguda
Vedanta Aluminium partnered with the Jharsuguda District Health Department to support the Intensive Pulse Polio Immunization Campaign on July 23, 2026.
Bomb Threat Email Triggers Security Scare at Jharsuguda Court
A bomb threat email sent to Jharsuguda District Court triggered an evacuation and security search, with officials declaring the area safe after finding no explosives.
Fugitive Captured After 28-Year Journey in Jharsuguda Murder Case
A fugitive, on the run for two and a half decades, was apprehended in Jharsuguda after a meticulous police operation. The arrest marks a significant chapter in the region's criminal justice history.
Vedanta Aluminium Rockets onto AMFI Large-Cap List – A Record Transformation?
Just weeks after its market debut, Vedanta Aluminium has been catapulted into India's elite large-cap stock category by the Association of Mutual Funds in India (AMFI). This extraordinary move reflects the company’s remarkable growth and the broader success of the Vedanta Group’s demerger strategy, placing it among the country’s most valuable businesses.
Jharsuguda Collector’s Surprise Visit Unearths MDM Quality Concerns at Lakhanpur School
A surprise inspection by Jharsuguda District Collector Kunal Motiram Chavan has exposed shortcomings in the quality of mid-day meals served at a Government Upper Primary School in Lakhanpur, triggering immediate corrective measures and a focus on rigorous monitoring.
Jharsuguda: Vikramkhol Rock Art, Waterfalls & Industry
Jharsuguda blends coal, steel and aluminium industry with Vikramkhol's prehistoric rock art, Koilighughar waterfall and the Ramchandi Shakti Pitha.
Jharsuguda Police Busting Liquor Shop Burglary Ring: Four Habitual Offenders Arrested
In a swift operation, Jharsuguda police dismantled a burglary gang specializing in liquor shop raids, arresting four men with a history of property crimes across Odisha.
Biker's Fateful Encounter: Unidentified Vehicle Leaves Trail of Death in Jharsuguda
A biker was killed in a hit-and-run incident near Ib Bridge in Jharsuguda district, leaving police to launch an investigation to trace the vehicle.
Bomb Threats Shake Jharsuguda, Jagatsinghpur Courts as Security Tightens
Bomb threats sent shockwaves through Jharsuguda and Jagatsinghpur courts, triggering evacuations and extensive security operations as authorities scramble to identify the source of the emails.
10 BJD Councillors Resign En Masse in Jharsuguda's Belpahad
A shocking wave of resignations has hit the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) party in Jharsuguda's Belpahad municipality, with 10 councillors quitting their posts.