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Ex-Kandhamal MP Samanta, founder of KIIT & KISS, announces retirement from politics after meeting Naveen Patnaik. Samanta plans to focus on social work. Learn more about his impactful career and contributions.

Ganjam district in Odisha, known for electing the highest number of BJP MLAs, is expected to have a greater representation in the new government with several MLAs likely to get cabinet berths. Political observers anticipate a shift in ministerial positions due to the strong BJP presence in the district.

BJD wrests 6 assembly seats from BJP in the 2019 Odisha Assembly elections, defying odds and capturing constituencies held by the BJP. Factors contributing to the victory include poor performance of BJP MLAs and the support of the people.

IMD predicts southwest monsoon to reach Odisha earlier than usual date. Hot and humid conditions prevail with suspected heatstroke deaths. Yellow warning issued for rainfall in multiple districts. Heatwave conditions may return by June 8.

The recent election results in Odisha have had significant impacts on various political families and dynasties, with wins and losses reshaping the state's political landscape.

In the recent elections, 8 candidates with criminal cases contested, with 4 winning and 4 losing. Get the details of the winners and losers in this article.

India News: The nationwide toll of suspected heatstroke deaths surpassed 200, with 211 reported cases, 141 of which were in Odisha. Odisha reported 45 new deaths

Get latest articles and stories on India at LatestLY. The Odisha government on Saturday confirmed the deaths of nine persons due to sunstroke so far, while the investigation into 81 more casualties suspected to be linked to heat-related illness is currently underway. India News | Odisha Confirms 9 Sunstroke Deaths, 81 Other Cases Under Scrutiny.

Bhubaneswar: Heatwave conditions returned to the state on Tuesday with maximum temperature above 43 degree Celsius in about 10 places.

The Odisha govt asked all district collectors to take precautionary measures as the IMD has predicted heatwave conditions.