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April 21, 2026
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National

Protest Erupts Over Alleged Unauthorized Water Extraction by Power Plant in Jharsuguda

Residents in Jharsuguda district protested against SMC Power Generation Ltd for allegedly drawing water from local rivers during the non-monsoon season, exacerbating water scarcity in nearby villages.

April 20, 2026
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National

Jharsuguda and Chhattisgarh Collaborate to Address Heatwave Challenges

Jharsuguda and Raigarh administrations convened to address the escalating heatwave, focusing on the safety of workers and drivers in industrial areas and transport routes.

April 20, 2026
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National

Odisha Closes Schools and Colleges in 9 Districts Amid Heatwave

In response to a severe heatwave, Odisha has ordered the closure of educational institutions in nine districts to safeguard students and staff.

April 20, 2026
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National

Schools in Three Districts Closed for Four Days Due to Heatwave

In response to extreme heatwave conditions, schools and Anganwadi centres in Khurda, Nayagarh, and Deogarh will be closed from April 20 to 23, while Angul's schools will shut from...

April 20, 2026
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Politics

Pujari Sets Six-Month Deadline for Development Projects

Minister Suresh Pujari has mandated the completion of all ongoing development projects in Brajrajnagar Municipality within six months, emphasizing accountability among contractors.

April 18, 2026
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Weather

Odisha’s Maximum Temperature to Increase by 2-3°C, Heatwave Conditions Persisting Until April 24

The India Meteorological Department forecasts a rise in maximum temperatures across Odisha by 2-3°C over the next 24 hours, with heatwave conditions expected to last until April 24.

April 18, 2026
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National

‘Sneha Setu’ Reunites Missing Youth with Family After 18 Months

The humanitarian initiative 'Sneha Setu' successfully reunited a missing youth from Bihar with his family after 18 months of separation.

April 18, 2026
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Politics

President to Unveil Major Projects During Rourkela Visit

President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate significant development projects in Rourkela on April 21, enhancing urban infrastructure and public amenities.

April 18, 2026
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Business

Amazon Welcomes Over 1,000 Local Sellers in Bhubaneswar

Amazon India has successfully onboarded more than 1,000 local sellers following the launch of its fulfilment centre in Bhubaneswar last year, alongside significant customer growth in various cities.

April 17, 2026
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Politics

Odisha Opposition Parties Protest Against Transfer of Palasa-Ichchapuram to South Coast Railway

Opposition parties in Odisha, including BJD, Congress, and Left, protested at the East Coast Railway headquarters, demanding the cancellation of the transfer of the Palasa-Ichchapuram section to South Coast...