Actress Deepa hospitalised in critical condition
Bhubaneswar: Actress Deepa Sahu was admitted to the Capital Hospital here on Saturday and her condition was stated to be critical. Sources said Deepa, a popular figure in the Odia album industry, was diagnosed with cancer a year ago. After her condition worsened, she was admitted to the hospital by actor-turned BJP leader Akhil Pattnaik and social activist Prashant Nayak.
Minakshi felicitated with Abhara Samman
Bhubaneswar: Odia girl Minakshi Mohantry has been felicitated with ‘Abhara Samman’ in the Unmatched Supporter Award 2020 organised in Delhi for her immense contribution towards social work during the current lockdown period. According to her, this accolade would add to her confidence and encouragement to do even more welfare work in future. She also works as a fitness designer.
Sai Pranati Kandhmal’s 1st Flying Officer
Phulbani: Kandhmal is proud of getting its first Flying Officer, Sai Pranita Mohanty. She graduated from the Air Force Academy, Dundigal and took charge as Flying Officer on Saturday. After completing PG in Physics from the Central University, Puducherry, Sai Pranita studied flying inspired by her grandfather, an Ex-Serviceman and uncle Major Parikjita Mohanty. She is the third daughter of her parents, Sankar Narayan Mohanty and Minati Mohanty.
Young woman dies of snakebite in N’rangpur
Nabarangpur: A young woman died of snakebite in Majhiguda village under Papadahandi block of Nabarangpur district on Saturday. She was identified as Belamati Jani (25).
Ambulance swept away in nullah
Rourkela: An ambulance was swept away by strong water current in a nullah at Gurundia village in Sundargarh district on Saturday. However, its driver Bibhisan Patra managed to save himself from getting drowned. The incident happened when Patra was cleaning the vehicle in the nullah.
Odisha FC appoint Baxter as head coach for ISL
Bhubaneswar: The Odisha FC has announced the appointment of Stuart Baxter as its head coach ahead of the seventh edition of Indian Super League (ISL). Baxter has signed a two-year deal with the Bhubaneswar-based club. Hailing from the United Kingdom, Baxter has a coaching experience of over 25 years. He is a former manager of the South African national side and England U-19 team.