Odisha

Authorities have found evidence linking the two boys to the circumstances that led to the victim's suicide in Balasore, Odisha.

Odisha’s Vigilance department uncovered shocking corruption cases where government officers, including a Motor Vehicle Inspector, were found owning dozens of land plots, gold, and crores in unaccounted wealth far exceeding their salaries and official income.

Udit Pradhan was spotted alongside Congress leader Rahul Gandhi in one of his Instagram posts. He was also seen celebrating the victory of Priyanka Gandhi Vadra from Wayanad in November 2024.

A 20-year-old student in Odisha immolated herself days after she was reportedly character-assassinated by BJD and Congress student wings.

On Thursday, 17th July, Several opposition parties called for a statewide bandh in Odisha. The Bandh was orchestrated to protest the self-immolation death of Soumyashree Bishi, a 20-year-old student at Fakir Mohan Autonomous College in Balasore. The political firestorm ignited by the tragedy intensified with revelations that Congress' student wing orchestrated online harassment campaigns against the victim, even as senior party leaders positioned themselves as champions of justice.

Taking to X, BJP spokesperson Sanju Verma shared pictures of Sourav Behera, an NSUI Odisha worker and Rahul Gandhi fan, calling him an accused in the 20-year-old girl’s self-immolation.

The victim had accused the HoD of repeated sexual harassment and threats. She was upset that no substantial action was taken against him.

The mob started pelting the ambulance with stones and striking it with sticks, questioning the use of the siren during the Muharram procession

The identity verification of the detainees is being done in compliance with the guidelines of the Union Home Ministry and the Odisha government.

Odisha chief minister assured the OAS officers that the perpetrators would be brought to justice.