A nine-seater aircraft crashed near Rourkela airstrip in Odisha's Sundargarh district on January 10, 2026. Several people were injured in the accident. Read for the latest updates and details.
A small aircraft performed an emergency crash landing 9 km from Rourkela airstrip after a technical fault. All passengers are safe; the pilot is seriously injured. Read the full details of the heroic landing.
Rourkela police cracked a vehicle theft racket, arresting three men and seizing 7 SUVs and 4 bikes. The gang operated across multiple police limits. Read the full details.
A woman and her two sons allegedly attacked police officials in Rourkela's Gangadharpalli, injuring two. The incident occurred during an arrest attempt in a Bhubaneswar bike theft case. Details inside.
NASCAR legend Greg Biffle, his wife Cristina, and their two children died in a Cessna 550 crash on Dec 18, 2025. The NTSB is investigating. Read the full report.
Chakradharpur division cancels six passenger trains from Jan 7-9 due to wildlife safety and fog. This is the fifth such cancellation in 18 days. Key routes affected.
Rourkela Police cracked two theft cases, arresting three individuals. One involved a Rs 4 lakh burglary in Chhend, the other a gas cylinder theft. Stolen items were recovered. Read the full details.
Rourkela citizens launch an indefinite strike, demanding the promised ESIC Super Specialty Hospital and urgent upgrades to Rourkela Airport. Read about their key demands and the ongoing protest.
Rourkela police arrested three for burglary and two youths for snatching in separate incidents on Sunday. Get the latest details on the crackdown.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan showcases his athletic skills at NIT Rourkela, BMC honors sanitation workers, and a Puri man offers a cash reward for his missing parrot. Read these heartwarming stories from Odisha.
Bhopal's Raja Bhoj Airport handled 16 flights seamlessly during dense fog using its new CAT-II landing system. Over 2,300 passengers experienced no cancellations. See how technology is changing air travel in India.
A 286-kg 'Swarna Dhanush' yatra started from Rourkela, Odisha, heading to Ayodhya. Crafted by Tamil Nadu artisans, it honors India's military. Read the full journey details.
Rourkela police announced a 70% reduction in major property crimes in 2025. Focus on tech, community outreach, and arrests of cyber criminals marked the year. Read about their 2026 citizen-centric vision.
Rourkela police arrested Bikash Satnami for possessing and transporting 9.8 kg of ganja near L&T office. His accomplices escaped. Read the full story for details on the NDPS Act case.
A 33-year-old woman, Pushpa Dharwar, was beaten to death by her husband in Sundargarh's Khuntijhari village following a domestic argument. Police have arrested the accused, Makunda Dharwar (38).
A 17-year-old student at Eklavya Model Residential School in Rourkela collapsed and died during a sports event. District welfare officer orders inquiry as school suspends classes. Read the full report.
Rourkela Police implement extensive security measures, including night patrolling and drunk driving checks, for safe 'Zero Night' celebrations. Citizens urged to cooperate.
Rourkela police dismantled an interstate arms racket forging licences. Kingpin arrested, weapons seized. Read about the major crackdown and ongoing investigation.
Dr A N K DAV Public School in Rourkela celebrated its annual day 'Raunak-2025' with cultural shows and academic honours. Collector Subhankar Mohapatra was chief guest. Read more.
Paban Xess, an undertrial prisoner who fled after bail in a 2005 theft case, was arrested in Rourkela after two decades. The Bargaon police tracked him to his village, ending his life in Goa. Read the full story.
A five-year-old boy is recovering after his parents allegedly poisoned him and themselves in Deogarh forest. The child spent a night alone before being rescued. Police investigation ongoing.
Two truck drivers died in a head-on collision on NH-520 near Rourkela. Rescue ops lasted 4 hours. Police cite brake failure as possible cause. Read details.
A 15-year-old student in Rourkela has been sent to a correctional home for allegedly raping a 14-year-old classmate, who became pregnant. The girl attempted to terminate the pregnancy with pills. Read the full details.
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated a sports complex, open-air theatre, and laid foundation stones for three major projects at NIT Rourkela, boosting campus infrastructure.
Unidentified miscreants set two new passenger buses on fire near Swapneswar temple in Rourkela. Owner Anaya Kumar Malik suffers loss as police investigate. Read for details.
A hilarious street fight between a nun and Santa Claus in Rourkela, Odisha, goes viral. Watch the video and see netizens' funny reactions about Christmas cake and gifts!
546 inmates at Sundargarh district jail continue indefinite hunger strike, demanding superintendent's transfer and better prison facilities. Officials engage in talks.
NIT Rourkela launches a 3-day international conference on AI and robotics, featuring global experts and focusing on sustainable tech solutions. Discover the future of innovation here.
Former NASCAR driver Greg Biffle and six others died in a business jet crash at Statesville Airport. The plane caught fire after attempting to return amid bad weather.
Researchers at NIT Rourkela design a low-cost wastewater system using raw coal to remove dangerous pesticides. A sustainable 'waste-to-wealth' fix for India's agricultural pollution. Read more.