Tourism
From the majestic Hirakud reservoir and Debrigarh wildlife to the pristine waterfalls of Sundargarh and ancient temples of Sonepur.
Ranipur-Jharial Temple Complex: Exploring Balangir's Ancient Chausath Yogini Site
Dive into the history and architecture of the Ranipur-Jharial temple complex in Balangir. Explore the Chausath Yogini open-air temple and the history of Tantrism in Western Odisha.
Leaning Temple of Huma: Solving the Mystery of Sambalpur's Leaning Shiva Shrine
Explore the Leaning Temple of Huma in Sambalpur, the only leaning Shiva temple in the world. Uncover its history, architectural marvels, geological explanations, and myths.
Sambalpur MP Seeks Gadkari's Help for NH-55 Repairs
Sambalpur MP Dharmendra Pradhan urged Union Minister Nitin Gadkari to repair monsoon‑damaged NH-55, highlighting disrupted west‑coast Odisha travel and safety risks.
Man’s Body Recovered After 18 Hours at Odisha’s Thipakhol Waterfall
Basant Kumar’s body was found after 18 hours at Thipakhol waterfall in Nuapada district following a Sunday slip.
Youth Missing at Thipakhol Waterfall in Nuapada During Bolbam Journey
Basant Kumar, 25, from Chhattisgarh’s Gariabandh district, went missing at Thipakhol waterfall in Nuapada on Sunday evening while on a Bolbam journey.
Balangir MLA Calls for Probe into Chattamakhana Dam Damage
Balangir MLA Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo has urged Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi to order an independent technical enquiry into alleged structural damage to the newly constructed Chattamakhana Dam in Balangir district.
Odisha Tourism Secretary visits Nuapada, Balangir to assess grassroots tourism readiness
Odisha Tourism Secretary Balwant Singh visited Nuapada and Balangir to review on-ground readiness and engage local stakeholders on tourism development.
Leopard Sighting Triggers Alert in Nuapada's Sunabeda Sanctuary
A leopard has been spotted in the Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary in Nuapada district, prompting a safety advisory from the Forest Department.
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.
Tal Kandaguda village lacks road, electricity in Kalahandi
Tal Kandaguda village in Kalahandi lacks road and electricity, leaving 150 residents to trek seven kilometres for basic services while seeking government infrastructure.
Balangir flood: 20‑foot road washed away after heavy rain in Odisha
A 20‑foot stretch of road in Balangir district was washed away after heavy rain on July 30, 2026, disrupting travel and raising safety concerns.
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.
Suktel Dam Floodwater Strands Tribal Families in Bolangir
Tribal families in Bolangir are stranded after floodwaters from Suktel Dam submerged their villages, according to OTV.
Lower Suktel reservoir surge forces evacuation in Balangir district
Heavy rainfall upstream caused the Lower Suktel reservoir to overflow, flooding homes in Kumiapali village and prompting evacuations and sluice‑gate releases in Balangir district.
Farmer Leaders Detained in Bargarh Ahead of Deputy CM's Visit
Farmer leaders detained in Bargarh ahead of Deputy CM KV Singh Deo's visit, sparking controversy over paddy procurement issues.
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.
Odisha Launches Volvo Bus Service Between Puri and Harishankar
The Odisha government launches a new Volvo bus service connecting Puri and Harishankar in Balangir district.
Two Students Rescued After Balangir Waterfall Incident
Two students were rescued by Bongomunda Fire Service after falling into Gumpha Dam waterfall in Balangir district.
Rourkela Steel Plant Township: Industrial Tourism in Sundargarh
The Rourkela Steel Plant in Sundargarh is a pivotal center of India's industrial development, offering insights into the nation's steelmaking legacy and township planning.
Wild Boar Poachers Brought to Justice in Nuapada
Four hunters were arrested in Nuapada district for poaching a wild boar using electric wires. The operation was hailed as a significant success in curbing wildlife crimes in the region.
Heavy Rainfall Alert: 15 Odisha Districts brace for Monsoon Surge as Deogarh Monitors Waterfall Risks
As the India Meteorological Department (IMD) issues a yellow alert for 15 districts in Odisha, Deogarh—home to iconic waterfalls and historical sites—faces heightened concerns over monsoon impacts, prompting local authorities to prepare for potential disruptions.
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.
Nuapada: Sunabeda Plateau, Yogimath Rock Art & Khariar
Nuapada is offbeat plateau country along the Chhattisgarh border — Sunabeda's proposed tiger reserve, Pataleswar temple and Yogimath's prehistoric rock art.
Sundargarh: Khandadhar Falls, Rourkela Steel & Tribal Heartland
Odisha's most tribal-dominated western district — Sundargarh pairs the Rourkela steel city with Khandadhar waterfall and living Adivasi cultures.
Kalahandi: Ghumura Dance, Karlapat Wildlife & Asurgarh
Kalahandi — the "Pot of Arts" — is famous for the martial Ghumura dance, Karlapat sanctuary and the 2,000-year-old Asurgarh settlement.
Deogarh: Pradhanpat Waterfall & the Bamra Legacy
Deogarh — "Abode of Divinity" and Western Odisha's smallest district — is known for Pradhanpat and Koradkot falls, Kailash Palace and Utsav Pradhanpat.
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.