Bhubaneswar is the capital of Odisha .It is the biggest city and the main power corridor of Odisha. The city is famous for its ancient rich heritage especially its historic monumental temples. It is popularly known as the temple city. Because many temples built from sandstone are dotted around Bindu Sagar Lake in the old city, including the 11th-century Hindu Lingaraja Temple.
Odisha has also introduced AI-powered camera systems in some key forest regions, including the famous Similipal forest, to enhance fire surveillance.
Odisha's Deputy CM Pravati Parida announced a 'Shakti Corridor' to connect major Shakti Peeths in two years, enhancing religious tourism with helicopter services for devotees.
Senior BJD leaders gathered at Naveen Patnaik's residence to discuss organisational elections amid tension over Waqf Bill voting. Despite the evident tensions, no remarks were made concerning the Waqf controversy or the ‘Pandian episode’.
As per IMD, there is every possibility that the maximum temperature in Odisha is likely to register a fall owing to thunderstorm-triggered rainfall in several parts of the state in the coming days.
The sensational allegation was brought forth on Tuesday by BYJD State Secretary Nila Madhab Mohanty, who alleged that Manas Mangaraj played a key role in influencing party MPs to support the Bill.
The IMD reports a well-marked low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, expected to move north-northwest and then recurve north-northeastwards. Cyclonic circulation extends to middle tropospheric levels.
Senior BJD leader Padmanabh Behera calls for swift resolution of party discord post-Waqf Bill row, criticizes MPs backing retired V.K. Pandian.
Plans are underway to build more barrages to enhance the usage of river water. Currently, only 17 percent of the available water is utilized, while the rest flows into the sea. The minister also informed that discussions have been held with OWSS, WATCO, and the Health Department to improve water distribution systems.
Sasmit Patra's tweet on the Waqf Bill vote in Rajya Sabha aligns with BJD leader Naveen Patnaik's strategic directives. Senior MP Subhashish Khuntia affirmed Patra acts under Patnaik's guidance, ensuring party cohesion.
Amidst growing BJD tensions, MPs Niranjan Bishi and Manas Mangaraj including two others back VK Pandian against internal criticisms. Munna Khan files a complaint against Sasmit Patra with Naveen Patnaik seeking his immediate intervention.
Bhubaneswar's Bimalendu Pradhan wins Rs 76 lakh compensation for delayed possession in Bipul Greens housing project. RERA and courts enforce justice, influencing future real estate norms. No comments were received from Bipul Limited.
Odisha's 'jail panchayats' empower inmates to protect human rights and ensure safety. Elections held recently, with Rohit Pradhan among elected representatives, reinforce democracy. A distinctive initiative, the panchayat elections took place within the boundaries of jails in Odisha.
The Odisha Cabinet will soon review the commission report on the missing Ratna Bhandar keys at Puri Jagannath temple. Advocate General Pitambar Acharya informed Orissa High Court, amid growing public concern.
Union Health Minister JP Nadda to launch Ayushman Bharat and Gopabandhu Jan Arogya schemes in Odisha on April 11. Plans are in place to distribute these cards at all 1,405 primary health centres (PHCs) across the State.
Dissent within BJD surfaces as workers protest at Naveen Niwas, targeting VK Pandian over Waqf Bill stance. Munna Khan criticizes Sasmit Patra's support for the bill.
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