Odisha flood situation grim as water level of many rivers rising, IMD forecasts more rains
An aerial view of agricultural fields and residential areas inundated by the overflowing waters of the Jalaka River following heavy rains, in Baleswar district, Odisha, on August 17, 2026. | Photo Credit: PTI The depression-induced heavy rainfall in the last 24 hours has worsened the flood situation in Odisha’s northern districts on Tuesday (August 18,…