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Two siblings drown in water tank in a farmland near Katpadi

Asia · Rourkela

Two siblings drown in water tank in a farmland near Katpadi

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Tragic incident as two siblings drown in water tank on farmland in Vellore, sparking investigation by police.See the Story

Tons of Illegal Explosive Seized in Rourkela

NIA · Rourkela

Tons of Illegal Explosive Seized in Rourkela

Rourkela, June 1: At a time when the NIA is worried to trace out tons of explosive looted by Maoists in Odisha’s Sundargarh district, the Rourkela Police on Sunday seized two explosive-laden trucks near a petrol pump in the Steel City.The trucks were allegedly carrying at least ton of illegal explosives under suspicious circumstances which were seized near Balighat petrol pump under Raghunathpali police limits. According to sources, more than e…See the Story

The Steel Strategist: Mr. Alok Verma

Alok Verma · Rourkela

The Steel Strategist: Mr. Alok Verma

FEATURE: When Mr. Alok Verma took charge as the Director In-Charge of SAIL’s Rourkela Steel Plant on January 13, 2025, it marked not just a new chapter in the plant’s journey but also a crowning moment in a life dedicated to steel, strategy, and service. His journey from a young mechanical engineering graduate to the helm of one of India’s most vital steel plants is a story of quiet determination, transformative leadership, and an unwavering com…Read Article

NIT Rourkela Develops Biosensor for Affordable Diagnosis of Breast Cancer - OrissaPOST

New Delhi/Rourkela: Researchers at National Institute of Technology (NIT), Rourkela have developed a novel semiconductor device-based biosensor that can identify breast cancer cells without the need for complicated or expensive laboratory procedures, according to officials. The developed biosensor does not require any added chemicals to work. It is highly effective in distinguishing the cancerous cells from the healthy breast cells, offering imp…Rourkela · Rourkela See the Story

Pollution in Brahmani raises health concerns - OrissaPOST

Rourkela: The Brahmani River, often referred to as the lifeline of Rourkela, is facing alarming levels of pollution posing serious health risks unless immediate corrective action is taken, environmental experts warn. According to the latest annual report from the Odisha State Pollution Control Board (SPCB), the river’s water quality has deteriorated sharply due to the discharge of untreated sewage and industrial waste. The report highlights the …Pollution · Rourkela Read Article

Odisha: Deputy Ranger of Forests Arrested for Taking ₹18,000 Bribe

Rourkela: The Odisha Vigilance arrested a Deputy Ranger on charges of demanding and accepting bribe of ₹18,000 from a vehicle owner to release money towards hiring of his vehicle for official purposes. Deputy Ranger Asit Pattanayak who works with Bisra Forest Range under the Rourkela Forest Division in Sundargarh district was taking bribe amount to release hire charges of his vehicle for the month of April-2025. He also assured the vehicle owner…Corruption · Rourkela See the Story

Rourkela: Tailor critically injured in scissor attack over business rivalry

Rourkela: A longstanding business rivalry took a violent turn in Rourkela when a tailor was critically injured after being stabbed with a pair of scissors by a fellow tailor. The victim, Rabindra Barik, sustained severe injuries and was initially admitted to the Ispat General Hospital. He was later shifted to a private hospital for advanced treatment. Per reports, the accused, Sanjeev Nayak, had previously issued multiple threats to Rabindra, wh…Rourkela · Rourkela Read Article

Rourkela ITI Student Dies After Falling from Koel River Bridge While Filming Reels

A fun outing turned fatal for a first-year ITI student from Sundargarh, Rourkela Sector 6 Bastia, who drowned in the Koel River after falling from a railway bridge near Chhend Colony, Pradhanpalli, on Sunday. The incident, which occurred while the student was filming a social media reel with friends, has sparked concerns about the dangers […] The post Rourkela ITI Student Dies After Falling from Koel River Bridge While Filming Reels appeared fir…Rourkela · Rourkela Read Article

Rourkela: Shopkeeper and Customer Shot At By Bike-Borne Miscreants

A tense situation unfolded in Rourkela as two individuals, including a shopkeeper, suffered gunshot wounds after an attack by unidentified assailants. The incident occurred in Bonai’s Tamada area under Chandiposh police limits, leaving residents in shock. According to initial reports, two men arrived on a motorcycle and attempted to demand money from a wholesale shopkeeper, […] The post Rourkela: Shopkeeper and Customer Shot At By Bike-Borne Mis…Rourkela · Rourkela Read Article

Train Cancelled: Railways canceled 13 Express trains from 11 to 27 May, route of two trains changed

Pre NI and non interlocking work will be done from 11th to 27th May at Sagara station of Rourkela Jharsuguda rail section under Chakradharpur Railway Division. Due to this, South Eastern Railway has cancelled the operation of 13 trains passing through Tatanagar, Chakradharpur, Rourkela and Jharsuguda stations of Chakradharpur Railway Division on different dates. While two express trains have been announced to be short terminated and two express …Trains · Rourkela Read Article

Teacher, two others arrested in Rourkela in ₹2.83-crore land fraud case

Rourkela: The Jhirpani Police arrested three individuals, including a private school teacher, for allegedly defrauding a man of ₹2.83 crore under the pretext of selling land in Kerala at discounted rates. The arrests were made following a complaint lodged by Biswabhusan Nanda, a resident of Koelnagar, who claimed he was deceived by the accused—school teacher A.S. Sindhu, Mohammed Kumar Khan, and Pradipta Pattnaik—all residents of the Jhirpani ar…Rourkela · Rourkela See the Story