Zee Odisha News Spotlights 12th January 2024’s Key News Updates

 by Priya Jadhav 

Zee Odisha News, a relevant digital asset owned by IndiaDotcom Digital Private Limited, provided comprehensive coverage of key news updates for the day. As a prominent digital platform, it has been delivering timely and relevant information to its audience, ensuring they stay well-informed about the latest developments.

Here are some key news highlights, published on Zee Odisha News, a relevant digital asset owned by IndiaDotcom Digital Private Limited:

·         Auto Rickshaw Accident in Balasore: A truck collided with an auto rickshaw on National Highway No. 60, injuring 6 passengers and the driver who had traveled to Patna due to roadblocks.

·         Mamata Banerjee's Letter to PM Modi:West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee urged the central government to change the state's name from West Bengal to 'Bengal,' citing examples of other state name changes.

·         PM Modi's Special Message and Fasting: Prime Minister Narendra Modi began an 11-day fast, dedicating it to the Ram Lila at the Ram Temple in Ayodhya, delivering an emotional message to the nation.

·         Student Death in Odisha: Tragic incident at Saraswati High School where a ninth-grade student, Vishbhushan Nanda, was found hanging in the premises.

·         Assault on Mancheswar ASI: Mancheswar police station ASI was assaulted in a dispute over road construction in Bhubaneswar; a corporator has been detained.

·         Jatni MLA Succession: Jatni MLA Sura Rout Ray appointed Manmath Raut Rai as the successor, making the announcement at Bhubaneswar airport.

·         State of Emergency in Papua New Guinea: A state of emergency declared in Papua New Guinea after 16 people died in riots; police officers suspended due to protests over reduced wages.

·         Farooq Abdullah Summoned by ED: Former Jammu and Kashmir Chief Minister Farooq Abdullah summoned by the Enforcement Directorate in a financial irregularities case related to the Cricket Association.

·         Delhi Weather and Air Show: Severe cold and dense fog in Delhi causing disruptions in air services; Indian Air Force's Power Show in Mumbai aims to showcase skills and capabilities.

·         Odisha Weather Update: Minimal impact of winter in the state; Bhubaneswar Meteorological Center predicts a 2 to 4-degree temperature drop in the next 24 hours.

·         Dharmendra Pradhan's Visit to Odisha: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan to participate in various programs, including Ayodhya Akshat Kalas Yatra and National Youth Day celebrations.

·         ED Raids in West Bengal: ED raids the houses of two ministers in Mamata government in connection with the city corporation recruitment scam.

·         Goa Murder Case Revelations: New revelations in the Goa murder case; accused informant Seth wrote a letter expressing inability to tolerate court orders.

·         Road Accident near Hasanpur Toll Gate: Car overturns near Hasanpur toll gate, resulting in one death (Ajay Sahu) and one injury (Kulamani Sahu), both truck owners.

·         Sexual Exploitation Case in Bhadrak: Commissionerate Police arrests a fraudster in Bhadrak who exploited childless women by promising them riches.

·         Deogarh Bandh by District Congress: Deogarh District Congress calls for a shutdown on the 16th, citing mismanagement in the market and allegations of scams.

·         Mamata Banerjee Objects to 'One Nation One Election': West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee opposes 'One Nation One Election' in a letter to the High-Level Committee, deeming it against India's constitutional system.

·         Minister Tukuni Sahu's Car Accident: Water Resources Minister Tukuni Sahu's car meets with an accident while returning from Balangir; minister rescued, driver injured.

·         Vaccine Drive for Cervical Cancer: Serum Institute releases an indigenous vaccine for cervical cancer, aiming to make 20 crore doses available to the Indian government.

·         National Youth Day Tribute to Swami Vivekananda: Tribute on the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda, highlighting his contributions to introducing Sanatan religion globally.

·         Puri Parikrama Project Launch: Shrimandir Parikrama project set to launch on January 17th; worship begins today with all preparations completed.

·         Odisha Politics and Pending Criminal Cases: 423 criminal cases against MPs and MLAs in Odisha; maximum cases pending in Khordha district, as per information revealed in the High Court.