The Latest Breaking News from Mayurbhanj

Heavy rain lashes several parts of Odisha; red alert issued for three districts

A low-pressure system over the Bay of Bengal has caused heavy rainfall across Odisha. Weather officials issued a red alert for three districts due to intense rainfall expectations. Several towns recorded significant rainfall, with Balasore and Mayurbhanj experiencing the highest amounts. An orange alert advises preparedness for calamity in ten…

The Economic Times · Aug 30

"Yoga has been a part of Odisha's culture": PM Modi appeals for mass participation on International Yoga Day

"International Yoga Day is also being celebrated tomorrow, June 21st... Yoga has been a part of Odisha's culture. From the land of Odisha, I appeal to the people of the entire country and the entire world, all of you should participate in Yoga Day in large numbers," PM Modi said.

The Economic Times · Jun 20

15-million-year-old Asura Hadda (demon bones) found in Odisha's Baripada during college field trip. Here's everything we know

Ancient marine fossils, locally called 'Asura Hadda', have been found in Odisha's Mayurbhanj district. These 15-million-year-old discoveries point to a shallow sea that once covered the area. Researchers found shark teeth, vertebrae, fish bones, and mollusc shells. This site offers a glimpse into a rich prehistoric marine ecosystem. Further research…

The Economic Times · Jun 18

Tiger hide seized in Odisha's Similipal reserve, one held

BHUBANESWAR: The Special Task Force (STF) of crime branch seized a hide of Royal Bengal Tiger (RBT) right inside the buffer area of Similipal Tiger Reserve in Udala range in Mayurbhanj district late on Tuesday night.

The Times of India · Dec 14, 2022

Odisha evacuating people amid flood threat in Balasore, Mayurbhanj districts

The Balasore district administration has decided to evacuate at least 1.2 lakh people by Monday noon when the peak flood water of the Subarnarekha is likely to pass through Raj Ghat

The Hindu · Aug 22, 2022

Fingers crossed in Odisha in wake of heavy rain predicted by IMD

IMD has predicted heavy rain for four districts of the State - Mayurbhanj, Bhadrak, Balasore and Keonjhar

The Hindu · Aug 19, 2022

With BJP close on its heels, BJD turns its focus on tribes

Odisha CM to visit Mayurbhanj district to inaugurate irrigation projects

The Hindu · Aug 11, 2022

Mayurbhanj residents enjoy memorable lunch with 'daughter of soil' at Rashtrapati Bhavan

All 60 people from Droupadi Murmu's home district, invited to attend the swearing-in ceremony, were in for a pleasant surprise when the authorities urged them to join a lunch hosted by the President

The Hindu · Jul 27, 2022

Analysis | ‘Brother-sister’ narrative at core of BJD’s plan to appropriate Droupadi Murmu’s victory

The regional party is promoting ‘Rakhi brother’ image of Naveen Patnaik.

The Hindu · Jul 22, 2022

Tracking Odisha’s missing schoolchildren

When over 43,000 students failed to turn up for the Class X exam last month, the government ordered an inquiry. Reports on the ground reveal that in the State’s tribal heartland, poor quality of education, shortage of teachers and lack of high schools have resulted in some students migrating for…

The Hindu · Jun 16, 2022