MYSTERIOUS: Rayagada - What They Never Told You

Inside Koraput and Rayagada: The Tribal Villages of Southern Odisha That Time Has Not Erased

The road does not prepare youThe last stretch into Koraput comes through hills that fold into each other like something breathing. There are no billboards. The trees are sal and teak, and the light through them is the particular green that exists only in places where the canopy has not…

Times Life · Aug 11

Odisha woman dies after alleged wrong injection at medicine store, staff detained

In a tragic incident in Rayagada district, a 55-year-old woman lost her life after receiving an injection at a local medicine store for her fever and cold. The injection led to severe adverse reactions, causing her condition to decline quickly. Sadly, she passed away while being rushed to the hospital.…

The Economic Times · Aug 7

Southwest monsoon covers entire Odisha: IMD

Odisha has been fully covered by the Southwest monsoon as of Tuesday, with several districts experiencing heavy rainfall. The India Meteorological Department forecasts continued rain and thunderstorms across the state, with gusty winds up to 50 kmph expected. Heavy downpours are predicted for Cuttack, Rayagada, Koraput, Gajapati, and Nayagarh on…

The Economic Times · Jun 23

Andhra Pradesh train accident | ‘Overshot’ main cause of fatal accident, suspects Railway officials

14 dead, 38 injured in Vizianagaram train accident; Chief Minister meets victims at hospital. Railway officials suspect “overshot” as main cause of tragedy. Removal of mangled coaches a Herculean task; NDRF to conduct final search for bodies. Track restored in 20 hrs, train services resume.

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

Andhra Train Accident | Odisha CM Naveen Patnaik directs disaster management minister to visit site

Chief Minister Patnaik directs Disaster Management Minister to visit Vizianagaram district (AP) after train accident kills 14; asks to meet injured. SRC and district magistrates of Rayagada and Koraput directed to provide immediate assistance. 39 trains cancelled, 24 diverted due to accident on Howrah-Chennai line. #TrainAccident #Vizianagaram #AndhraPradesh #NaveenPatnaik #SudamMarandi…

The Hindu · Oct 30, 2023

INDIA bloc to hold protests against BJD, BJP in Odisha’s Rayagada, Balasore next month

The Opposition bloc INDIA will hold demonstrations in Rayagada and Balasore next month to protest against the BJP-led NDA government at the Centre and the Biju Janata Dal (BJD) dispensation in the State for “failing” to fulfil promises they had made for the people of Odisha, a Congress leader said…

The Hindu · Oct 21, 2023

Public hearing held in Odisha for eco clearance for Vedanta’s proposed bauxite mine

Public hearing for Vedanta's bauxite mine in Odisha's Rayagada district ended with majority of villagers voicing concerns over potential adverse impact on local ecology. Tight security was in place as villagers had alleged police high-handedness and attempts to allure them to support the project.

The Hindu · Oct 16, 2023

How Odisha gram panchayats said ‘no’ to alcohol for decades

In Rayagada district, seven gram panchayats have chosen to prohibit the sale of liquor and tobacco products. This tradition has been followed for decades, and is enforced by warnings and non-cooperation policies.

The Hindu · Oct 10, 2023

Resentment brewing in Odisha’s Rayagada over bauxite mining proposals

Resentment brews in Rayagada, Odisha over bauxite mining projects. Villagers, activists up in arms against proposals; nine arrested under UAPA. Goldman Prize winner Prafulla Samantara whisked away by police.

The Hindu · Sep 7, 2023

Exclusion, demotion, and the many struggles of Odisha district’s only woman journalist

She transformed her life through journalism. But as a woman, she must go that extra mile to prove herself worthy. 

Newslaundry · Feb 13, 2023