Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates | Thursday, 16 April 2026

Latest Odisha Breaking News Updates | Thursday, 16 April 2026

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Businessman Kidnapped From Odisha’s Gopalpur; Family Receives Ransom Call

Berhampur: A businessman, Sudhir Patra, was allegedly kidnapped from Defence Colony under Gopalpur police limits… Read More

Temp May Soar To 45°C This Week; Is Odisha Mulling Early Summer Vacation For Schools?

Bhubaneswar: Amid the prevailing sultry weather conditions with day temperature breaching the 40°C mark, speculation… Read More

360 Kg Ganja Worth Rs 1.5 Cr Seized From Abandoned SUV In Odisha’s Balangir

Balangir: Police in Odisha’s Balangir have recovered 360 kg of ganja from an abandoned SUV… Read More

Cuttack Police Bust Burglary Gang; 2 Members & 8 Receivers Arrested, Loot Worth Crores Seized

Cuttack: Cuttack Rural Police have busted a burglary gang responsible for at least 27 thefts… Read More

Odisha Signs MoU For Marine Spatial Plan To Boost Blue Economy With Ecological Safeguards

Bhubaneswar: In a significant step towards balancing coastal development with marine conservation, the Odisha government… Read More

Sultry Spell With Thunderstorms To Continue In Odisha; 2 Heatwave Days This Week

Bhubaneswar: Sultry weather conditions along with thunderstorm activity may continue in Odisha till April 22,… Read More


Leopard Skin, Pangolin Scales Seized; Woman, Son Held; Manhunt On For Prime Accused

Nayagarh: Forest officials in Odisha’s Nayagarh district have arrested a woman and her son for… Read More

12-Year-Old Student Found Hanging In Odisha Ashram School Hostel

Nabarangpur: A 12-year-old Class VIII student was found hanging inside the hostel of Bhamini Ashram… Read More

‘Don’t Penalise Odisha For Population Control’: Naveen Patnaik Urges MPs To Safeguard State’s Representation

Bhubaneswar: Biju Janata Dal (BJD) president and Leader of Opposition Naveen Patnaik on Thursday cautioned… Read More

Odisha Rolls Out New Transfer Policy: 6-Year Mandatory Field Postings For OAS & ORS Officers

Bhubaneswar: To strengthen administrative efficiency, ensure equitable distribution of officers, and prioritise grassroots governance, the… Read More


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