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A dispute over frequent phone calls escalated into tragedy in Hyderabad, where a 39-year-old man allegedly murdered his wife with a dumbbell. Suspecting her of speaking to unknown individuals, the accused attacked his 34-year-old wife during a heated argument on Tuesday night. She later succumbed to her severe head injuries.

Three villagers were arrested for the brutal murder of a 78-year-old man and the serious injury of four family members during a property dispute. The accused allegedly attacked the victims with sharp weapons while they were demarcating land they had encroached upon. The elderly victim died, while others remain hospitalized. Police apprehended the suspects after they fled the scene.

Fear of a fuel price hike and supply crunch rumors led to an unusual rush at filling stations in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. Residents queued up to top up their tanks, causing some stations to exhaust daily stock early. Dealers and oil companies, however, dismissed shortage concerns, stating supplies remain normal and urging citizens not to panic.

The Orissa High Court has directed AIIMS-Bhubaneswar to examine a 16-year-old rape survivor, over 31 weeks pregnant, to assess the possibility of pregnancy termination. This follows a caution from Capital Hospital against the procedure due to significant health risks. AIIMS-Bhubaneswar is to submit its report by May 6.

Parents can shield children from social media and gaming addiction by making technology a family affair and staying curious, not controlling. Building rituals for real talk and setting firm boundaries are crucial. Modelling a balanced life, blending online and offline activities, empowers children for a healthy digital future. Experts emphasise parental example and open communication.

Despite elevated prices, jewellery stores in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack saw a significant surge in customers on Akshaya Tritiya. Shoppers, driven by tradition and the belief in prosperity, opted for gold coins, lightweight ornaments, and silver articles. This festive rush offered a welcome boost to retailers after weeks of subdued demand, with many prioritizing auspicious purchases over heavy investments.

A 30-year-old school teacher, Jyotsnarani Sahu, has vanished mysteriously while on Census duty in Mayurbhanj district. Last contacted Saturday morning, her phone is now switched off. Her landlord filed a police complaint, initiating a search operation. The education department is also involved, urging swift action to locate the missing educator.

Western Odisha is experiencing a severe heatwave. Titilagarh recorded the highest temperature at 42°C. Temperatures are expected to rise by 2°C to 4°C in the next two days. Hot and humid conditions will persist for six days in 11 coastal districts. Heatwave conditions will set in from Friday in four districts. Authorities are on alert and taking precautionary measures.

Commuters at Jeypore's OSRTC bus terminus were left stranded and frustrated on Saturday as services on multiple routes were abruptly cancelled. The disruption, reportedly due to unpaid diesel bills, caused chaos, forcing passengers to seek costly private transport. Advance bookings were also cancelled, leaving many in distress.

Utkal Diwas celebrations in remote Kotia saw a historic photo exhibition, bringing Odisha's formation story to locals for the first time. The event, attended by dignitaries, showcased the contributions of Odia stalwarts and poets, fostering a deep sense of pride and belonging. Nearly 3,000 people participated in cultural programs, celebrating their shared heritage.

A tragic incident in Sundargarh district saw a couple electrocuted while working on a house roof. Anant and Sumitra Kainsaria, a mason and labourer respectively, came into contact with a live wire. Another labourer who attempted to help was also injured. Both victims were declared dead at the hospital, with police investigating the unfortunate event.

A mason, Rabindra Kumar Das, died in a fire at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack while undergoing treatment for spinal cord injuries. Another patient, Meneka Rout, also perished in the inferno. Families are devastated, questioning hospital negligence and the future of their loved ones.

Two young girls, aged 12 and seven, who had escaped from Utkal Balashram in Berhampur, were successfully rescued in Gajapati district. The children had previously been housed at the institute after being found begging.

As mass nesting of endangered Olive Ridley turtles nears at Rushikulya river mouth, the Berhampur forest division, alongside university students, conducted an awareness program. Experts emphasized the turtles' role as indicators of a healthy marine ecosystem, urging community protection during the sensitive nesting period. Sporadic nesting has already begun, with thousands of turtles congregating near the coast.

In a sport like kabaddi that is slowly witnessing an influx of women referees, Sasmita Das seems to be leading the charge. Sasmita, a former Odisha high jumper who had many state records to her name, made a smooth transition to become a kabaddi referee.

KOLKATA: Sasmita Das (name changed) was only 13 but dreamed of making it big as a dancer. She ended up in the clutches of a girl smuggling racket.

Riding on striker Sasmita Malik's double strike, Indian women football team defeated Bahrain 2-1 in its first international friendly in Manama.

Bhubaneswar's public works department has unveiled a comprehensive decongestion plan featuring 37 road development projects, including three new road overbridges, to address the city's growing traffic issues. The initiative aims to widen arterial roads, upgrade existing infrastructure, and add new links to facilitate smoother movement across the rapidly expanding urban area.

Deceased's Ex-Partner Arrested For Abetment To Suicide

Seven girls from Odisha, including three from Kendrapada district, were part of the gold medal winning Indian women squad at the recent South Asian Women Football Tournament in Sri Lanka.

Police in Kendrapada district on Monday arrested a 32-year-old married woman and her 26-year-old paramour for allegedly murdering her three-year-old son and then burying the body at Matiapada village under Pattamundai police limits on Sunday.

Odisha Forest Service (OFS) officer Sasmita Lenka on Tuesday moved the state election commission asking it to take action against her estranged husband Debi Prasad Mohanty for evading election duty.

Sasmita Rana, an ailing girl whom Rahul Gandhi met during his visit to the Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Post Graduate Institute of Paediatrics (Sishu Bhawan) in Cuttack and praised her indomitable spirit, died on Sunday.

Sasmita Mallick found the net four times as India mauled Afghanistan 11-0 to storm into the Women's South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Championship on Friday.

In Jagatsinghpur district, a 33-year-old man, Bilash Muduli, has been arrested for allegedly murdering his 28-year-old wife, Sasmita Muduli. The victim's father filed a complaint, alleging dowry-related torture. Police investigation revealed that the husband attempted to stage the murder as a suicide by hanging the body, but evidence of injury suggested otherwise, leading to his arrest and judicial custody.

Police arrested five persons on Monday for allegedly threatening and damaging the vehicle of a couple, who unsuccessfully contested in the Berhampur Municipal Corporation (BeMC) election, early on Sunday.