Rakesh Kumar

Rakesh Kumar Sahoo, SDPO of R Udayagiri, will receive the DGP Disc for his exceptional work in combating narcotics smuggling. Under his leadership, Gajapati district achieved a record seizure of over 17 tonnes of ganja in four months, valued at more than Rs 17 crore, demonstrating a strong commitment to a drug-free Odisha.

A fire erupted at MG Contractors Pvt Ltd's road construction camp in Garhwa district on Saturday night, completely gutting three staff quarters. All 65 workers escaped safely, though two sustained minor burn injuries while trying to extinguish the blaze. The fire, suspected to be caused by a short circuit, spread rapidly due to strong winds.

A tragic accident in Bihar's Khagaria district claimed the lives of three individuals, including a CISF jawan and his wife, when a stone-chip-laden truck overturned onto their autorickshaw. The incident occurred near Gauchhari village after the truck driver lost control. The couple was en route to the railway station when the mishap took place.

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Central University of South Bihar Vice-Chancellor Kameshwar Nath Singh emphasized collaborative, multidisciplinary research on societal issues. He urged the biotechnology department to partner with other departments and industries for better outcomes. The department plans to seek extramural projects and infrastructure grants, following discussions with ministry representatives and experts.

In a remarkable stride towards transparency, Bihar's Vigilance Investigation Bureau has marked an impressive milestone by filing its 50th corruption case as of April 29, the quickest it has done in the last six years.

During a tense weapons recovery mission, the police engaged the reputed mastermind behind a jewellery heist, Dilip Kumar, injuring him in the leg. Sources say Kumar opened fire as he led officers to a remote farm concealing stolen jewels and firearms. This altercation comes on the heels of a dramatic Rs15-20 lakh robbery at a local jewellery shop.

Haryana farmer Ram Pratap Sharma is revolutionizing watermelon farming with exotic, multi-colored varieties. Sourcing premium seeds from Asia, his farm now boasts red, orange, yellow, and even blue-fleshed watermelons, sold at ₹50 per kg. Sharma's innovative approach and dedication have earned him accolades and significant profits, inspiring other farmers.

In a troubling incident in Biharsharif, a 25-year-old man, the son of a prominent JD(U) figure, has been found dead in a nearby field. His family believes there are sinister circumstances surrounding his untimely demise, pointing towards potential foul play instead of a natural cause.

Tragedy struck a government primary school in Odisha's Gajapati district where two young girls died after a school gate's iron grill collapsed. The State Commission for Protection of Child Rights has taken suo-motu cognizance, demanding a report from the SP within a week.

Microplastics have been detected in the sediments of Odisha's Brahmani river within the Bhitarkanika wildlife sanctuary, posing risks to its sensitive ecosystem. Scientists found these particles, often carrying toxic heavy metals, at all sampling sites, highlighting the vulnerability of mangroves, fish, and wildlife to pollution.

Thirteen men were arrested in Gajapati district for allegedly assaulting and detaining 10 police personnel during a crackdown on ganja trafficking. The villagers reportedly attacked the officers, suspecting they might be arrested for contraband storage. Police are continuing efforts to uncover further ganja stashes in the region.