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.
Gold prices hit a record high, with 24-carat reaching Rs 90,000 per 10 grams. Silver also surged to Rs 1,13,000 per kg. Experts cite geopolitical tensions and inflation as key drivers.
Indore is set to launch India's first PPP-model green waste processing plant under Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban, transforming organic waste into valuable resources. The facility will recycle wood and branches into wooden pellets, reducing landfill burden.
The Crime Branch has begun re-investigating the murder of former Odisha Minister Naba Das, recording statements from his family members in Jharsuguda. Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan assured a transparent probe.
Additionally, to facilitate a smoother transition and accommodate students, the government has revised the age calculation criteria. Previously, children were required to complete six years of age by March 31 to be eligible for admission.
The IMD has issued an orange warning for thunderstorms with lightning, hail, and gusty winds in several Odisha districts. The heatwave continues in some areas.
The construction of these barrages is expected to significantly improve irrigation, drinking water supply, and overall water resource management in Odisha, the minister added.
Responding to this, the concerned Department Minister stated that while 72 projects were initially targeted for completion by March, only 52 have been finished so far. However, the government is committed to completing all 72 projects by June and an additional 40 by 2026.
Odisha Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra announced a three-tier elevated road along Nandankanan Road in Bhubaneswar. Metro rail services will also be introduced, extending up to Cuttack.
The Odisha government implemented a minor IAS reshuffle, appointing K. Sudarshan Chakravarthy as MD of the State Civil Supplies Corporation. Samarth Verma and Shubham Saxena also received key additional roles.
Odisha Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mohapatra confirmed that the Bhubaneswar Metro Rail project will not be scrapped but extended till Cuttack. A committee is studying feasibility.
In the past six months, Bhubaneswar has witnessed a surge in armed burglaries, with over 18 apartments looted, causing losses exceeding Rs 38 Lakh. Despite police efforts, the rise in crime highlights ongoing security challenges in the Capital City.
Odisha plans to replace PDS dealers with Pradhan Mantri Poshan Kendras for direct ration distribution, starting with 35 pilot centres. The initiative aims to curb fraud and enhance transparency, Food Supplies Minister Krushna Chandra Patra said.
Odisha recorded 4,857 kidney disease deaths in three years, as per Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling. The State has 68 dialysis centres with 511 beds to tackle rising CKD cases, yet around 90 patients alone receive peritoneal dialysis at SCB Medical College.
Elderly residents in Bhubaneswar have filed a complaint with Odisha CM's office against KIIT University, alleging unlawful encroachment of their Patharagadia land. They previously sought NHRC intervention and had also lodged an FIR with Infocity Police.
The IMD has also issued an orange warning for heat wave to severe heat wave in some pockets of the state and a yellow warning for thunderstorm activities in other parts of the state.
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