Cuttack Fire / Highlights: News Headlines, March 31
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Key Points
On March 31, 2026, headlines were dominated by a shocking blaze near the Orissa High Court where a woman was detained for triggering the fire. Narla MLA’s husband moved the HC for anticipatory bail in a death threat case.
Woman Detained In Cuttack
A woman, Minati Sahu from Jagatsinghpur, was detained after a fire near the Orissa High Court gutted a Scorpio, two cooters and an EV. Sahu used petrol and cloth, hurled burning materials inside the boundary, triggering the
blaze.
MLA’s Husband Moves HC Durga Prasad
Mohanty, husband of Narla MLA Manorama Mohanty, moved the Orissa High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a death threat case involving a tehsildar. Police said he is untraceable for a week; Kesinga Police served notice at the MLA’s Bhubaneswar residence.
Orange Alert Issued
IMD issued an orange warning for Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Bhadrak and Balasore with thunderstorms, hail and winds up to 40–50km per hour. A yellow alert covers 16 districts. Rain likely in over 20 districts, while some areas may see dry weather.
8 Women Killed In Stampede
At least eight women died and several were injured in a stampede at Sheetla Temple in Nalanda, Bihar. Our source said overcrowding during a religious gathering triggered panic, leading to chaos as devotees were crushed inside the congested premises.
Masood Azhar’s Brother Dies
Mohammad Tahir Anwar, brother of Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, died in Pakistan. Sources said no cause has been confirmed. The outfit conducted his funeral at Jamia Masjid Usman Wali in Bahawalpur late Monday night.
Trump Eyes Arab Funding For War
Donald Trump is considering asking Arab nations to help fund the US-Israel war with Iran, the White House said. Pentagon told Congress $11.3 billion was spent in six days, with total costs potentially rising by up to $2.9 billion more.
Trump Warns Iran Of Strikes
Donald Trump warned the US could “obliterate” Iran’s infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. He said targets may include oil wells, power plants and Kharg Island, even as Iran denied any ongoing negotiations.
Dhurandhar 2 Breaks Records
“Dhurandhar: The Revenge” has grossed ₹1,392.23 crore worldwide by Day 13, including ₹1,042.23 crore in India and ₹350 crore overseas. India net stands at ₹872.17 crore, nearing ₹900 crore, after breaking Baahubali 2’s North America record.
A woman, Minati Sahu from Jagatsinghpur, was detained after a fire near the Orissa High Court gutted a Scorpio, two cooters and an EV. Sahu used petrol and cloth, hurled burning materials inside the boundary, triggering the
blaze.
MLA’s Husband Moves HC Durga Prasad
Mohanty, husband of Narla MLA Manorama Mohanty, moved the Orissa High Court seeking anticipatory bail in a death threat case involving a tehsildar. Police said he is untraceable for a week; Kesinga Police served notice at the MLA’s Bhubaneswar residence.
Orange Alert Issued
IMD issued an orange warning for Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Bhadrak and Balasore with thunderstorms, hail and winds up to 40–50km per hour. A yellow alert covers 16 districts. Rain likely in over 20 districts, while some areas may see dry weather.
8 Women Killed In Stampede
At least eight women died and several were injured in a stampede at Sheetla Temple in Nalanda, Bihar. Our source said overcrowding during a religious gathering triggered panic, leading to chaos as devotees were crushed inside the congested premises.
Masood Azhar’s Brother Dies
Mohammad Tahir Anwar, brother of Jaish-e-Mohammed chief Masood Azhar, died in Pakistan. Sources said no cause has been confirmed. The outfit conducted his funeral at Jamia Masjid Usman Wali in Bahawalpur late Monday night.
Trump Eyes Arab Funding For War
Donald Trump is considering asking Arab nations to help fund the US-Israel war with Iran, the White House said. Pentagon told Congress $11.3 billion was spent in six days, with total costs potentially rising by up to $2.9 billion more.
Trump Warns Iran Of Strikes
Donald Trump warned the US could “obliterate” Iran’s infrastructure if the Strait of Hormuz is not reopened. He said targets may include oil wells, power plants and Kharg Island, even as Iran denied any ongoing negotiations.
Dhurandhar 2 Breaks Records
“Dhurandhar: The Revenge” has grossed ₹1,392.23 crore worldwide by Day 13, including ₹1,042.23 crore in India and ₹350 crore overseas. India net stands at ₹872.17 crore, nearing ₹900 crore, after breaking Baahubali 2’s North America record.
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