Heavy Rainfall Alert
Odisha might witness widespread rainfall during the Dussehra celebrations, with meteorologists warning of two emerging low-pressure systems that could trigger intense showers across the state.

CM Pays Tribute
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi paid tribute to late Rajendra Dholakia at a tribute ceremony in Nuapada. Earlier in the day, the CM visited a Tea Stall near Jaydev Vihar Square and interacted with locals over a cup of tea.

H-1B Shockwave
United States President Donald Trump has signed a proclamation imposing an annual fee of $100,000 on H-1B visa applications. Following the announcement, the Indian Embassy in Washington on Saturday released an emergency assistance number for Indian nationals in need of immediate support.

Dhabalamukhi Besha
On the auspicious occasion of Mahalaya, the revered presiding deity of western Odisha, Maa Samaleswari, appeared in her rare and divine Dhabalamukhi Besha, drawing thousands of devotees to the temple premises from early morning.

Firecracker Blast
One person died while more than eight sustained critical injuries following a powerful explosion at an illegal firecracker warehouse in Jiakata-Chhatrapur village near Puruna Cuttack.

Death In Custody
Police revealed that Vidyadhar Sahoo, the missing driver, died by suicide while allegedly being held captive in Jajpur. His body was later found dumped in the Chandaka forest area.

Blockbuster Clash
India and Pakistan are set for their second showdown in the Asia Cup 2025 Super Four stage. This is the second clash between India and Pakistan since the deadly Pahalgam terror attack.

Pramod Wins Gold
India’s ace para shuttler Pramod Bhagat clinched gold at China Para Badminton International 2025. He defeated Indonesia’s Muh Al Imran in the finals.

BCCI Panel Finalised
BCCI vice-president Rajeev Shukla announced new panel of candidates for the Board’s top posts. Former cricketer Mithun Manhas filed his nomination for the president’s role at the headquarters.

Assam Bids Farewell
The mortal remains of Assam's most loved singer, Zubeen Garg, reached his hometown. His wife, Garima Saikia Garg, placed a traditional Assamese gamosa and flowers on the casket before accompanying it in a flower-bedecked ambulance.