Odisha police credit a 10% higher reward payout for the mass surrender of 22 Maoists. The state's revised rehabilitation package now exceeds Chhattisgarh's, offering up to Rs 1.2 crore for top leaders.
Odisha government orders special audit into forest department's purchase of 51 Thar SUVs after allegations of procurement above market rates. Total cost exceeds Rs 12 crore. Details inside.
Odisha government issues notifications for major urban expansion, upgrading 5 NACs to municipalities and creating 24 new NACs across 13 districts to boost governance and civic amenities.
Paralakhemundi in Gajapati district is installing 25 CCTV cameras at 12 key locations by month-end to enhance surveillance and crime detection. Read how this Rs 30 lakh project will work.
Delhi Police arrests a 31-year-old from Tamil Nadu linked to the 'thak-thak' gang for stealing jewellery worth Rs 1 crore from a car in Karol Bagh. Rs 35 lakh recovered.
Jaipur Police's crime branch dismantles an interstate counterfeit currency network, arresting three and seizing notes worth Rs 6.51 lakh. Read the full operation details.
Facing public criticism, BJP MLAs in Odisha have urged CM Mohan Charan Majhi to reconsider a proposed three-fold salary hike. The move, passed on Dec 9, would make Odisha MLAs the highest-paid in India. Read more.
Vadodara's Detection of Crime Branch arrests two for a Rs 5 crore scam involving fake gold deals and loan promises. Details on the fraud and ongoing investigation.
Delhi Police's Crime Branch raided a fake call centre in North Delhi, arresting 7 for defrauding US nationals by posing as tech support and stealing via cryptocurrency. Read the full investigation details.
Former CM Naveen Patnaik criticizes Odisha govt over gang rape of a teen, accusing it of failing on women's safety. Deputy CM Parida & Law Minister Harichandan defend swift police action. Read the full political clash.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launches the Pharmaceutical and Medical Devices Policy 2025, aiming to attract investments and create jobs. The state announces two dedicated industrial parks. Read more.
DMET Odisha announces revised schedule for NEET PG 2025 Round 2 counselling. Choice filling from Dec 18-20. Check eligibility, key dates, and reporting details here.
Severe cold wave grips Odisha with G Udayagiri recording 4.4°C. IMD warns of continued low temperatures for next 4-5 days. Read for details on affected districts and forecasts.
BSE Odisha has announced the Class 10 exam schedule for 2026. Check dates, download the timetable from bseodisha.ac.in, and prepare for exams starting February 19.
Ahmedabad police arrest Mayuddin Sheikh for the alleged abduction and rape of a 26-year-old mentally ill woman in Danilimda. The accused, a repeat offender, was tracked using CCTV and mobile data.
Odisha's new Pharma & Medtech Policy 2025 aims to make the state a strategic hub for healthcare manufacturing. The policy includes plans for dedicated industrial parks and a roadmap aligned with India's 2047 vision. Read more.
Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar police arrest six absconding suspects in a major ATM cash-loading fraud case worth Rs 1.17 crore. Read how the crime branch cracked the year-long investigation.
Mumbai Crime Branch arrests 10 for running an illegal call centre in Andheri that sold Viagra and banned drugs to US citizens via VOIP calls. Details on the racket and accused inside.
Delhi Crime Branch arrests mastermind Swaran Singh Sardar for a sophisticated fuel theft operation targeting HPCL pipelines using tunnels and valves. Details inside.
Delhi Police arrests two men for a sophisticated diesel theft operation spanning Rajasthan, Haryana & Delhi. The racket used rented houses & hidden tunnels to siphon fuel. Read the full investigation.
Odisha Police enhance night security with checkpoints from 1 AM to 5 AM to protect women workers and tourists. New law allows women's night shifts. Read details.
Mumbai Crime Branch raids 9 travel agents in Nagpada for duping people with fake foreign job offers. 238 passports seized, 2 arrested. Read the full investigation details.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi announces a committee headed by ex-IAS Ashok Tripathy to review long-pending demands of teaching & non-teaching staff. Report due in 6 months.
Bengaluru's Central Crime Branch intercepts massive drug haul worth Rs 28.75 crore, arresting two foreign nationals. Parcels containing hydro ganja also seized at Foreign Post Office. Read the full story.
A prominent Nashik builder arrested for cheating homebuyers of Rs 23 crore by mortgaging flats after taking full payment. The crime branch investigates the fraud. Read the full story.
HSBC India strengthens its Gujarat presence by launching a new branch in Vadodara. The move aims to serve corporate and retail clients, supporting the state's economic growth. Read more.
Nagpur Crime Branch arrested Akshay Kadu, 30, with a concealed knife during a patrol in Nandaji Nagar on Dec 1. Read the full details of the chase and seizure.
Pimpri Chinchwad crime branch arrests three men after a gang assaulted four daily wage labourers and abducted two over a petty argument. The accused were nabbed using CCTV footage.
Goa Police's crime branch finds no proof in Pooja Naik's Rs 17.6 crore job scam allegations against ministers and officials. Investigation reveals she fabricated claims and led a lavish lifestyle with fraudulently collected money.
Odisha assembly passes Jan Vishwas Bill 2025, decriminalising outdated provisions in 16 laws to boost ease of doing business and ease of living. Read the key reforms.