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Naresh Chandra Pattanayak / Jun 06, 2026, 21:26 IST

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Keonjhar: Town police arrested a man for allegedly cheating a local resident of Rs 5.5 lakh by promising him a govt job. The accused was identified as Ranjit Kumar Das of Kendrapara district, currently residing at Hirakud. The case was registered on the basis of a written complaint filed by Goura Chandra Sahoo, 58. Police found that the accused claimed to have influential contacts in govt offices. He took the money in sevaral installments and fled. Police nabbed him from Hirakud on June 5.

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About the AuthorNaresh Chandra Pattanayak

Naresh Chandra Pattanayak is a journalist based in Keonjhar, Odisha, contributing to the Times of India. He reports on regional issues, including social, cultural, and political events in Odisha. His work covers significant local stories, such as protests, heritage site incidents, and community challenges, reflecting a commitment to highlighting regional concerns.

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