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Arunachal Bandh Stalls Daporijo for 12 Hours Over Subansiri Bridge Delay
A 12‑hour strike shut down Daporijo after residents protested delays in the Subansiri Bridge project.
18 Aug 2026
Misinformation Sparks Blockade on NH-2 in Manipur
A blockade on National Highway 2 in Manipur was triggered by circulating misinformation, causing traffic disruptions and prompting authorities to intervene.
18 Aug 2026
Delhi Water Supply to be Cut for Six Hours on Aug 20 Due to Valve Repairs
The Delhi Jal Board will repair a 1100‑mm Khayala main header valve on Aug 20, causing a six‑hour water cut in several parts of the capital.
18 Aug 2026
Delhi Faces 1,600 MGD Water Shortage by 2047, Depends on Neighboring States
Delhi’s master plan projects a population of 3.2 crore by 2047, creating a 1,600 MGD water demand that will force the city to rely on neighboring states. The projected shortage highlights the need for urgent water management strategies.
18 Aug 2026
Nine Killed in Tarapith Fire, Five from Meghalaya Family
A blaze in Tarapith, West Bengal, claimed nine lives, including five members of a family from Meghalaya. Authorities are investigating the cause.
18 Aug 2026
Meghalaya Removes Energy Drink Ban After Inquiry Finds No Link to Student's Death
The Meghalaya government has lifted the ban on energy drinks after a commission found no evidence linking the beverages to the death of a student.
18 Aug 2026
Shillong Moves 86 Roadside Vendors to Ease Laitumkhrah Traffic
The city of Shillong has relocated 86 roadside vendors from the busy Laitumkhrah area to reduce traffic congestion.
18 Aug 2026
Burari Residents Demand LG Resolve Civic Issues Within a Month or Protest Escalates
Residents of Burari in Delhi have staged a protest, urging the local government to address pressing civic concerns within 30 days or face a potential escalation of the movement.
18 Aug 2026
14 Dead After Boiler Explosion in Chhattisgarh, Death Toll Rises
A boiler explosion in Chhattisgarh has claimed 14 lives, raising the death toll in the incident.
18 Aug 2026
Kanak News Odisha Broadcasts Live 5:30 PM Bulletin on 17th August 2026
Kanak News Odisha aired a live 5:30 PM news bulletin on 17 August 2026, delivering updates in Odia.
18 Aug 2026
Kanak News Odisha Airs Live 8:30 PM Breaking News Segment – 17 Aug 2026
On 17 August 2026, Kanak News Odisha broadcast a live 8:30 PM breaking news segment from the state, delivering the latest updates to viewers.
18 Aug 2026
Kanak News Odisha Releases 7PM Bulletin for 17 August 2026
Kanak News Odisha aired its regular 7PM bulletin on 17 August 2026, summarizing the day’s key events across national and local headlines.
18 Aug 2026