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.

Odisha Minister criticises Opposition ‘conduct’ in Legislative Assembly
Odisha Minister criticises Opposition ‘conduct’ in Legislative Assembly

Odisha Minister Suresh Pujari criticises Opposition MLAs for disruptive behaviour in the Assembly, urging respectful discourse. Pujari raised significant concerns about actions that, he argued, violated established norms of legislative conduct.

Niranjan Patnaik Not To Contest Elections
Will not contest elections anymore, says former Odisha Congress president Niranjan Patnaik 

Former OPCC president Niranjan Patnaik announces he will not contest elections, advocating for youth leadership. His decision sparks a pivotal moment in Odisha Congress.

PM Narendra Modi
PM Modi’s new 15 point programme implemented in India,including Odisha

The PM's 15-point programme for minority welfare, implemented nationwide including Odisha, integrates schemes for six notified communities. Union Minister Kiren Rijiju informed Rajya Sabha.

Changing political dynamics in Odisha
BJP-BJP in Odisha engage in war of words over Naveen Patnaik’s frequent Delhi visits

Political tensions in Odisha surge as BJP criticises Naveen Patnaik's frequent Delhi visits, alleging alignment with the INDIA bloc amidst Raja Chakra scam concerns.

Power Tariff Unchanged in Odisha
OERC makes major announcement; relief on smart meter rent, electricity tariff unchanged

The Odisha Electricity Regulatory Commission announces consumer-friendly measures, including rent relief for smart meters and unchanged electricity tariffs, benefiting state consumers.

Rainfall Alert For Indian States
Fresh spell of rainfall likely; IMD predicts heavy rain triggered by western disturbance

Heavy rainfall/snowfall is also likely at isolated places over Jammu-Kashmir-Ladakh-GilgitBaltistan-Muzaffarabad on 26th March. Heavy rainfall likely at isolated places over Arunachal Pradesh on March 28.

Fake DSP Arrested In Bhubaneswar
Fake DSP, Constable arrested during blocking in Bhubaneswar; over Rs 1 lakh fake currency seized

Manas Ranjan Senapati, posing as a DSP, was arrested in Bhubaneswar with fake currency worth Rs 1.93 lakh. His accomplice Ashis Swain also detained.

Chit Fund Duped Victims In Odisha
Odisha government preparing new guidelines for refund of money to chit fund victims

Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced Odisha's new guidelines to expedite refunds for chit fund victims. Rs 45.69 crore has been refunded.

Several villages in Odisha still have no mobile network
764 gram panchayats lack internet and mobile communication services in Odisha

764 gram panchayats in Odisha lack internet and mobile services, impacting rural connectivity. Minister Mukesh Mahaling revealed plans for 4,277 new towers to bridge the gap.

Naba Das Murder Case
BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra targets ex-Crime Branch IG Arun Bothra over Naba Das murder case probe

BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra accuses ex-Crime Branch IG Arun Bothra of misdirecting Naba Das murder probe to protect influential individuals. Demands CBI intervention.

BJD Corporator''s brother arrested
BJD Corporator’s brother arrested under Arms Act in Bhubaneswar

The arrest was made following a formal complaint lodged against Shikar, accusing him of using intimidation tactics to seize the land unlawfully.

Ensure provisions for sanitary facility, UGC tells Higher Education Institutions
Ensure provisions for sanitary facility, UGC tells Higher Education Institutions

The UGC has urged Higher Education Institutions to install sanitary facilities, including vending machines and incinerators, to support menstrual hygiene and empower women.

Crackdown on corrupt government officials
159 corrupt government officials dismissed in Odisha in 5 years: CM Mohan Majhi

In a bold anti-corruption move, Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced the dismissal of 159 officials. The state seized illegal assets worth Rs 59.47 crore, showcasing its zero-tolerance policy.

Commissionerate Police-Bhubaneswar to undergo major structural overhaul!
Commissionerate Police-Bhubaneswar to undergo major structural overhaul!

Bhubaneswar's Commissionerate Police is set for a major overhaul, splitting law and order from crime control. Two new urban police districts, namely UPD East and UPD West, will be led by Deputy Commissioners to improve efficiency.

Minor girl rape case: Police put up ‘Latka’ in front of accused’s house in Bhubaneswar
Minor girl rape case: Police put up ‘Latka’ in front of accused’s house in Bhubaneswar

Commissionerate Police-Bhubaneswar issued a Latka notice against Akshay Naik in a minor girl's rape case. DCP Jagmohan Meena warned of property confiscation if he doesn't surrender.

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