Sambalpur
Cultural capital and gateway of Western Odisha on the Mahanadi — home to Hirakud Dam, Maa Samaleswari, the Huma leaning temple and the Sital Sasthi carnival.
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan responds to BJD 'Go Back' campaign
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan rejected the BJD's 'Go Back' campaign on Saturday, stating he will continue to work for Odisha's people despite political opposition.
Dharmendra Pradhan vows to protect Odisha's pride amid BJD protests
Dharmendra Pradhan said he will never allow Odisha's pride and self-respect to be compromised while addressing a gathering at Rairakhol in Sambalpur.
Accor Signs Novotel Sambalpur City Centre to Open in 2031
Accor has signed a deal for Novotel Sambalpur City Centre, set to open in 2031.
Odia Labourer Attacked, Throat Slit in Sambalpur's Naktideul
An Odia labourer was attacked and his throat slit in Sambalpur's Naktideul.
Transport Department Expands Electronic Surveillance of Traffic in Odisha
Odisha transport department expands electronic surveillance of traffic to 4 new stretches, issuing e-challans for speeding and other traffic violations.
Flood Alert: Mahanadi swells at Mundali after Hirakud water reaches Cuttack
Water level of Mahanadi rises at Mundali in Cuttack as floodwater from Hirakud dam, released through 22 gates, reaches the barrage.
Heavy rain damages Sambalpur bridge, cuts off three villages
A bridge over the Katanga nullaha in Sambalpur district collapsed after floodwaters flowed over it, isolating three villages.
High-level meeting outlines long-term plan to fix Sambalpur waterlogging
MP Dharmendra Pradhan led a virtual meeting on July 31, 2026, to draft a long-term plan for Sambalpur’s drainage, water supply and waste management to end recurring waterlogging.
Hirakud Dam to release 3.5 lakh cusecs via 22 gates in Odisha floods
Hirakud Dam will release 3.5 lakh cusecs through 22 gates by evening due to rising inflows from Chhattisgarh, affecting downstream areas and nearly seven lakh people across 20 districts.
Hirakud Dam Opens 10 More Sluice Gates After Heavy Rain in Mahanadi Catchment
Hirakud Dam opened 10 extra sluice gates on July 31, 2026, to curb rising water levels after heavy rainfall in the Mahanadi upper catchment.
Sambalpur University, OKCL sign MoU to advance AI, digital education
Sambalpur University and OKCL signed an MoU to advance AI, digital education, skill development, research and innovation in line with NEP 2020.
Sambalpur set for modern inter-state bus terminal worth over Rs 60 crore
Sambalpur will develop a modern inter-state bus terminal on five acres at Ainthapali, with parking for 46 buses, EV charging and a commercial complex, at over Rs 60 crore.
Sambalpur scientist promotes organic farming to curb disease
Sambalpur-born scientist Shitikantha Behera promotes an integrated organic farm to curb lifestyle diseases linked to chemical fertilisers in Western Odisha.
Odisha initiates mayor election process for Sambalpur, Puri Municipal Corporations
Odisha government issues draft notification for mayor elections in Sambalpur and Puri, with reservation proposals inviting public feedback.
Sambalpur researcher Shubham Sahu wins global power electronics award
Shubham Sahu, a Sambalpur-native associate professor at Aalborg University, has been selected for the 2026 Richard M Bass Outstanding Young Power Electronics Engineer Award.
Sal leaf plates, bowls revive rural enterprise in Sambalpur
Women’s self-help groups in Sambalpur have revived sal leaf plate and bowl production, boosting incomes and reducing plastic use.
Subham Sahoo wins 2026 Richard M Bass Award for AI power safety
Subham Sahoo, a researcher from Bamra in Sambalpur district, has been selected for the 2026 Richard M Bass Outstanding Young Power Electronics Engineer Award.
Dharmendra Pradhan Welcomed at Bhubaneswar Airport After Resignation
Former Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan received a warm welcome at Bhubaneswar airport on July 28, 2026, following his resignation over the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak controversy.
Shyam Metalics commences Rs 800‑crore aluminium foil plant in Sambalpur
Shyam Metalics has commenced commercial operations at its Rs 800‑crore premium‑grade aluminium foil plant in Sambalpur, Odisha, marking a major boost to local manufacturing.
Odisha Health Dept reviews VIMSAR gynaecology department over maternal deaths
A two-member Odisha Health Department team reviewed the Obstetrics and Gynaecology department at VIMSAR, Burla, after rising maternal deaths and recommended corrective measures.
VSSUT scraps mandatory uniform, adopts optional dress code after student protests
VSSUT in Burla will scrap its mandatory undergraduate uniform policy after student protests over uncomfortable polyester fabric in Sambalpur's humid climate.
Woman Killed, Infant Injured in Sambalpur Truck Accident
A woman was killed and her infant daughter injured in a truck accident on NH-53 in Sambalpur, Odisha.
VSSUT Students Protest Hostel Woes, Uniform Rule
VSSUT students in Sambalpur protest poor hostel facilities and uniform rule, demanding action from authorities.
Hirakud Dam Opens Two More Sluice Gates Amid Heavy Rainfall
Hirakud dam authorities opened two more sluice gates amid heavy rainfall in the upper catchment.
Body of Missing Minor Girl Recovered from Mahanadi in Sambalpur
The body of a missing minor girl was recovered from the Mahanadi River in Sambalpur, Odisha, after a nearly five-day search operation.
Tragedy in Badarama Forest: Beauty Parlour Worker's Body Found After Abduction
Amid the vibrant celebrations of the Rath Yatra in Sambalpur, a tragic tale of love turned violent has gripped the Kosal region. A beautician's body was discovered in Badarama forest after her abductor confessed to her murder.
Odisha Beautician Murder Case: Body Found in Forest, Suspect Arrested
A brutal murder in Sambalpur district has sent shockwaves through Odisha after a beautician’s body was found in a forest, with her boyfriend arrested for allegedly strangling her.
Sambalpur: Hirakud, Samaleswari & the Sital Sasthi Carnival
Sambalpur is the cultural capital of Western Odisha — a Mahanadi town anchored by the Hirakud Dam, Maa Samaleswari temple and the week-long Sital Sasthi carnival.
Sambalpur Varsity Scholar’s Suicide Threat Sparks Investigation
A doctoral student at Sambalpur University triggered a major response from the institution after threatening suicide due to repeated delays in the activation of his research fellowship. University officials immediately initiated investigations and implemented measures to address the student’s concerns, highlighting systemic issues within the administrative processes.
Tragedy in Sambalpur: Woman Abducted, Strangled by Boyfriend
A 24-year-old woman was allegedly abducted and strangled by her boyfriend in Sambalpur, Odisha, sparking a police investigation that has led to the arrest of two suspects and the recovery of critical evidence.
SMEL Steel Structural Launches High-Capacity Aluminium Foil Facility in Sambalpur, Odisha
SMEL Steel Structural has officially started commercial operations at its 18,000 tonnes-per-annum aluminium foil facility in Sambalpur, Odisha, marking a significant milestone in the region's industrial expansion.
Shyam Metalics Unveils ₹800 Crore Aluminium Foil Plant in Sambalpur: A Game-Changer for Odisha's Industry
Shyam Metalics has begun commercial production at its new 18,000 TPA aluminium foil plant in Sambalpur, Odisha, with a ₹800 crore investment poised to redefine India's downstream metals sector.
Sambalpur Woman Murder: Love Affair Turns Deadly in Kuchinda
A 24-year-old woman from Mahuldiha village near Kuchinda, Sambalpur, has been found dead, raising serious concerns about escalating crime in the region. Police have arrested a man and a driver alleging a connection to the brutal murder stemming from a romantic relationship.
Tragic Fate of Beauty Parlor Worker: Abduction and Murder in Sambalpur
Sambalpur's quiet streets have turned into a scene of tragedy as a young beauty parlor worker's life was cut short in a horrifying act of violence, sparking a police investigation into her abduction and murder.