CM Majhi Inaugurates Rs 1,900 Crore Projects in Keonjhar
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi inaugurated 36 projects worth Rs 194 crore and laid foundation stones for 35 projects worth Rs 1,708 crore in Keonjhar district during a two-day visit.
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Keonjhar raid destroys 5,200 ganja plants worth Rs 1.2 crore
A major joint operation in Keonjhar's Bhuyan Juanga Pidha range led to the destruction of 5,200 mature cannabis plants. Discover the growing concern of cannabis mafia in Odisha's forested areas.
Madras HC: Gaja Pooja under Article 26, Elephants to Mutt
Madras High Court rules 'gaja pooja' rituals protected under Article 26, directs Tamil Nadu forest department to transfer custody of three elephants to Kanchi mutt. Read the full judgment details.
Pilibhit Farmers Face Crop Loss from Nepal Elephants
Wild elephants from Nepal are destroying wheat and sugarcane fields near Pilibhit Tiger Reserve. Farmers demand protection and compensation as forest teams launch night patrols.
Jatra artist Kanhu Charan Swain found dead in Keonjhar
The body of jatra artist Kanhu Charan Swain was found on SH-53 in Keonjhar with multiple injuries. Police are investigating the suspected accident. Read the full story.
Farewell to Craig, Africa's Legendary Super Tusker
As Africa mourns Craig, the last great super tusker who died at 54, a writer from Kerala reflects on the elephant's free life, contrasting it with the chained existence of 900 domesticated tuskers back home. Read this poignant tribute.
Keonjhar: Class VIII student dies after school kabaddi injury
Amit Munda, 14, died after a kabaddi injury at Gidhibas Eklavya school in Keonjhar. Family alleges negligence; police probe launched. Read the full details.
20 Captive Elephant Deaths in Kerala Spark Outcry
Shocking report reveals 20 captive elephant deaths in Kerala from Mar 2025-Jan 2026. NGO alleges rule violations, identity tampering, and demands immediate action to stop illegal festival parades.
25 wild elephants cause panic, damage in Keonjhar's Patna range
A herd of 25 wild elephants caused widespread damage in Keonjhar's Patna range, destroying paddy crops and damaging five homes. Authorities are monitoring the situation. Read the full report.
Keonjhar Cop Accused of Harassing Wife, Forcing Abortions
A police constable in Keonjhar faces serious allegations from his wife, including forced abortions, assault, and threats. She claims police are favoring him. Read the full story for details.
Keonjhar: Rs 2 Crore Ganja Plants Destroyed in Raids
Forest officials in Keonjhar destroy over 17,000 illegal cannabis plants in major anti-drug operations. Tribal leader warns of mafia exploitation. Read the full story.
Elephant Herd Spotted Near Belagavi, Forest Dept Issues Alert
Forest department issues urgent warning for villages along Khanapur-Belagavi border after wild elephant herd sighting. Residents advised to stay cautious, avoid forest areas. Read safety guidelines.
KPCC's Lakshmana Seeks Timely Aid for Mysuru Farmers
KPCC spokesperson Lakshmana met Mysuru DC, urging timely compensation for farmers facing crop loss from elephants & wildlife. Read the full story on the critical issue.
Where to See Wild Elephants in India This January
Plan your winter safari to witness majestic wild Asian elephants. Discover the top 5 Indian forests, including Nagarhole and Kaziranga, for unforgettable elephant sightings in January 2026.
Man killed in wild elephant attack in Karnataka
A 61-year-old man was trampled to death by a wild elephant in Karnataka's Hassan district. The incident highlights the growing human-elephant conflict in the region. Read more.
Dhaba owner held for murder over unpaid Rs 1000 bill in Keonjhar
Keonjjar police arrest dhaba owner Sankar Prasad Mahato and associate Mithun Munda for allegedly murdering truck driver Sanjay Yadav over an unpaid food bill. The body was found 18 days later. Full details inside.
Forest staffer, civilian killed in Assam elephant attack
A forester and a civilian were killed in a wild elephant attack near the India-Bhutan border in Assam. The incident underscores the urgent need for a long-term plan to manage human-elephant conflict in the region.
Former IBM Chairman & CEO Louis Gerstner Passes Away at 83
Louis Gerstner, the former IBM CEO credited with saving the tech giant from collapse in the 1990s, has died at 83. Read about his legacy and impact.
Elephant Herd Destroys Arecanut, Coffee Plants in Kodagu
A herd of wild elephants wreaked havoc on Pollibetta Road in Siddapur, Kodagu, destroying lakhs worth of crops. The increasing menace threatens coffee harvest and worker safety. Read more.
Wild Elephants Leave Sikharchandi, Picnic Spot Reopens
After a five-day disruption, Bhubaneswar's Sikharchandi picnic spot reopens as two wild tuskers return to Bharatpur forest. Forest officials used smart, non-forceful tactics to guide them back. Read how they did it.
Elephants raid Raigarh paddy centres, villagers guard all night
Villagers in Chhattisgarh's Raigarh district spend nights guarding paddy from wild elephants that raid govt centres, damaging over 70 bags in 10 days. Read how they are coping.
100+ Elephants Herded Back to Karnataka from Krishnagiri
A herd of 100+ wild elephants was successfully driven back to Karnataka from Tamil Nadu's Hosur forest by 30 officials after causing crop damage. Read the full story of the multi-day operation.
Odisha Plans First Gold Mine Auctions in 2026
Odisha plans its first-ever gold mine auctions in 2026. A committee meets Jan 3 to finalize the auction calendar for 49 mineral blocks, including two gold-bearing areas. Read more.
Odisha CM Majhi Calls for Scientific Temper in Students
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi addressed students at a science exhibition in Keonjhar, urging them to develop scientific thinking and innovation for a self-reliant India. Read his key messages on education and heritage.
Kanupur Irrigation Project to be ready in 3 months
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced the Kanupur irrigation project will be functional in three months, set to irrigate 15 lakh hectares. Farmers get Rs 800 paddy bonus. Read more.
Global Christmas 2025: Photos from Kenya to Assam
From candlelit vigils in Nairobi to tributes in Assam, see how the world marked Christmas Eve 2025. Explore powerful images of faith, art, and conflict. View the gallery now.
Railway staff felicitated for ensuring safe elephant passage
Chakradharpur railway division officials were honoured by WTI for halting multiple trains to allow a herd of 22 elephants safe crossing near the Jharkhand-Odisha border. Read about this commendable conservation effort.
Assam's Elephant-Train Collision Crisis: 8 Killed, Solutions Stalled
After 8 elephants died in a train collision in Hojai, Assam, railway authorities struggle to identify new elephant corridors. Learn about the stalled 2024 plans for underpasses and the tech saving lives.
Nepal Elephants Damage Fence, Enter Pilibhit Fields
A herd of wild elephants from Nepal breached a 40-meter fence near Pilibhit's Mahof range, destroying wheat crops. Farmers demand compensation and safety measures. Read more.
8 Elephants Killed in Assam Train Collision
A tragic train collision kills eight elephants in Assam's Hojai district, raising urgent questions about railway safety in elephant corridors. Read more on the government's response.
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