News from Bhubaneswar

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.

Thunderstorm Warning
Thunderstorm activity to return from April 8 in Odisha; IMD issues yellow alert for several districts

The IMD has also predicted that Kalbaisakhi related rainfall is likely to return to Odisha from April 8, 2025. A yellow warning has also been issued for several districts of the state.

Waqf Bill voting triggers political storm
Waqf Bill voting triggers political storm: Chief advisor had kept Naveen Patnaik under house arrest, says Congress leader

Addressing the media on Sunday, Mishra alleged that BJD president Naveen Patnaik has been kept under “house arrest,” not just now but even in the past.

Waqf Bill Voting Row
BJD will be wiped out soon from Odisha, claims MP Balabhadra Majhi alleging lack of ideology and direction 

Without naming anyone directly, Majhi’s statements appeared to target those perceived to be close to the power corridors of the ruling party, but who lack electoral legitimacy or political experience.

Internal turmoil in BJD
Internal turmoil in BJD: Senior leader Prasanna Acharya hints at external force

Acharya further revealed that discussions are underway within the party to identify who might be operating from behind the scenes and influencing critical decisions without the knowledge of the full leadership.

Waqf Bill Voting Controversy
Kalbaisakhi going on within BJD over Waqf Bill controversy: Senior party leader warns of internal turmoil 

“Our party president has never discriminated on religious grounds. He has always promoted harmony and mutual respect among communities,” Singh noted

BJP Foundation Day
BJP Foundation Day: Odisha unit crosses record membership figure of 40 lakh; party targets to double membership

Samal highlighted that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi, the BJP has not only transformed Indian politics but has also emerged as the largest political party in the world, dedicated to the service of the people. 

One dead, over 15 injured as tourist bus carrying Bangladeshi nationals overturns in Bhubaneswar
One dead, over 15 injured as tourist bus carrying Bangladeshi nationals overturns in Bhubaneswar

A tourist bus with over 70 Bangladeshi nationals overturned at Uttara Chhak, Bhubaneswar, killing one and injuring more than 15. Rescue operations are ongoing.

Waqf Voting Row In BJD
Sasmit Patra not villain, chief advisor responsible: BJD MP points finger at VK Pandian, claims deal struck 

Addressing the media in what is being seen as one of the most explosive statements from a sitting BJD MP, Debashish said, “Sasmit Patra is not the villain here. He does not take decisions; he merely follows instructions. The real power lies elsewhere — with the Chief Advisor.”

Rift In BJD
Congress MLA Tara Bahinipati claims internal rift, leadership crisis in BJD; hidden BJP alliance

In a scathing statement to the media, Bahinipati claimed that the BJD is a divided house, where two distinct groups have emerged – one loyal to Biju Patnaik’s ideology and the other reportedly under the control of bureaucrat-turned-political strategist V. Karthikeyan Pandian.

Future of BJD is dark
Future of BJD is dark, no one has faith in Naveen Patnaik’s leadership: Odisha Minister

Minister Krushna Chandra Patra questions BJD's future and Naveen Patnaik's leadership amid party turmoil, alleging V.K. Pandian plans to flee.

Waqf Bill Voting Row In BJD
Waqf Bill vote row deepens with rifts within BJD: MLA Ganeswar Behera slams MP Sasmit Patra, demands apology

Tensions rise within BJD as MLA Ganeshwar Behera criticizes MP Sasmit Patra for backing the Waqf Bill. Behera demands an apology, citing party discord.

Waqf Bill Voting Controversy In BJD
Storm brews in BJD over Sasmit Patra’s vote on Waqf Bill: Senior leaders demand probe into ‘policy shift’

The BJD faces internal discord after MP Sasmit Patra's controversial vote on the Waqf Bill, contradicting the party's neutral stance. Senior leaders demand a probe.

Appointment of family members of deceased employees: Odisha govt brings new rule
Appointment of family members of deceased employees: Odisha govt brings new rule

The Odisha Government has introduced new rules for compassionate appointments, considering the date of death of government employees as the reference point. This move aims to resolve numerous pending cases in Supreme Court and Orissa High Court.

Waqf Amendment Bill row: BJD reaffirms its ‘secular stance’
Waqf Amendment Bill row: BJD reaffirms its ‘secular stance’

BJD's Prasanna Acharya reaffirms its secular stance post Naveen Niwas meet. Discussing Waqf Bill, BJD prioritises Odisha's interests over NDA or INDI alliances. Acharya indicated that the discussions at the meeting included organisational matters.

‘Officer-raj’ during previous govt devastated democratic values: Odisha Minister
‘Officer-raj’ during previous govt devastated democratic values: Odisha Minister

Minister Mukesh Mahaling criticises the previous BJD regime for undermining democracy. Previous (BJD-led) government had imposed ‘officer-raj’ on the State, he said. The Odisha Universities Amendment Bill 2024 passed after extensive debate, ensuring autonomy and cooperation.

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