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.

Solar Eclipse 2025
Partial solar eclipse on March 29, next lunar eclipse on Sept 7-8; everything you need to know

The partial solar eclipse on March 29, 2025, will be visible in the Northern Arctic, Greenland, and more. India won't see it.

Saturn Transit 2025
Saturn Transit in Pisces on March 29, 2025: A cosmic shift and its impact on all zodiac signs

When Saturn enters Pisces, a water sign ruled by Neptune and Jupiter, we can expect a collective shift toward spiritual awareness, emotional healing, and restructuring of belief systems.

Mega Recruitment of Teachers In Odisha
Odisha to Recruit 10,000 Teachers: Minister Nityananda Gond Announces Major Hiring Drive

Odisha's School and Mass Education Minister, Nityananda Gond, has announced a recruitment drive to hire 10,000 teachers to strengthen the state's education system. This initiative aims at improving teaching quality and addressing staff shortages.

Closed Schools To Reopen
Schools closed due to merger policy to reopen in Odisha, says Minister

The Odisha government led by Minister Nityananda Gond plans to reopen schools closed due to previous merger policies, enhancing educational access for students.

NHRC holds KIIT University responsible for Nepali girl student’s death; seeks action report in 4 wee
NHRC holds KIIT University responsible for Nepali girl student’s death; seeks action report in 4 weeks

NHRC blames KIIT University for Nepali student's death, citing negligence. Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja ordered to submit action taken report in four weeks.

‘Ama Bus’ service to be launched in 8 more places in Odisha
‘Ama Bus’ service to be launched in 8 more places in Odisha

'Ama Bus' to expand in eight new places including Angul, Jharsuguda. CRUT focuses on safety and service quality enhancements under Anu Garg's leadership. New safety measures, enhanced training protocols, and expanded pass system are also to be introduced.

Odisha Govt revises ration distribution timings amidst heat wave
Odisha Govt revises ration distribution timings amidst heat wave

The Odisha government has rescheduled ration distribution timings due to heat wave conditions. Beneficiaries can collect rations in the morning or evening. Districts are directed to provide shelters and ORS at fair-price shops.

OSRTC’s financial losses mount to Rs 45.46 crore in two years: Odisha Minister
OSRTC’s financial losses mount to Rs 45.46 crore in two years: Odisha Minister

OSRTC faces Rs 45.46 crore loss over two years, says Odisha Minister Bibhuti Bhushan Jena in Assembly. Increased expenses outpace revenue growth, affecting public transport services. Mechanical failures have rendered 109 buses inoperable.

Heat wave to sweep Odisha, IMD issues yellow warning for next 3 days
Heat wave to sweep Odisha, IMD issues yellow warning for next 3 days

The IMD has issued a yellow warning for heat wave across several Odisha districts starting Friday, with temperatures rising by 2-4°C. Jharsuguda recorded 41.4°C.

Unrest during Congress protest contained, 12 police officials injured: Bhubaneswar DCP
Unrest during Congress protest contained, 12 police officials injured: Bhubaneswar DCP

DCP Jagmohan Meena confirmed order in Bhubaneswar after a Congress protest at Lower PMG left 12 police injured. Investigations are ongoing with CCTV footage review. Appropriate actions will be taken against the wrongdoers, if any.

OTV journalist injured during violent protest by Congress in Bhubaneswar; CM inquires health conditi
OTV journalist injured during violent protest by Congress in Bhubaneswar; CM inquires health condition 

Journalist Pravat Bisoi was injured during a violent Congress protest at Lower PMG Square, Bhubaneswar. Police and media faced attacks as tensions rose.

Class 9, 10 students in Odisha to get mid-day meals
Class 9, 10 students in Odisha to get mid-day meals

Odisha to provide mid-day meals for class 9 & 10 in govt schools from 2025-26. Aims to enhance nutrition, enrolment, attendance. Funded by Mukhyamantri Poshan Yojana.

Mining companies ‘causing revenue loss’ to face stringent action: Odisha Minister
Mining companies ‘causing revenue loss’ to face stringent action: Odisha Minister

Odisha plans legal action against 23 firms for illegal mining, causing Rs 2,700 crore revenue loss. Minister affirms commitment to recovery. The State's legal actions are grounded in the findings of Shah Commission, the Minister asserted.

Odisha converted 263 hamlets to revenue villages within a year: Minister
Odisha converted 263 hamlets to revenue villages within a year: Minister

Odisha has converted 263 hamlets to revenue villages in a year, with 147 under review. Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announced this in the Assembly.

Discoms in Odisha collected over Rs 457 crore fine from electricity consumers in 5 years
Discoms in Odisha collected over Rs 457 crore fine from electricity consumers in 5 years

Tata Power amassed Rs 457 crore in fines from 8.70 lakh electricity consumers across Odisha, with Ganjam leading in collections. Data was revealed by Deputy CM K V Singh Deo in the Odisha Assembly.

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