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.
The Odisha government is considering shifting school timings to mornings due to rising temperatures. The School and Mass Education Minister stated that discussions with the Revenue and Disaster Management Department will determine the final decision.
Earlier, the Odisha government had announced that it will halt the process of purchasing paddy from farmers after March 31, which marks the official deadline for this year's procurement cycle.
The survey is expected to be completed by April 15, after which new ration cards will be issued to the identified beneficiaries, informed the Minister.
Odisha will establish 35 Poshan Kendras based on Gujarat's model, announced Minister Krushna Chandra Patra. These centres will offer subsidized essential commodities to weaker sections and middle-class families.
The North Eastern Region has emerged as one of the most vulnerable areas of India from the point of view of drug trafficking, owing to its geographic location.
As per the official notification, the applicants will undergo a scrutiny and screening/selection process, and successful candidates will be invited for assignment on “As and when required” basis as per programme exigencies.
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has issued new guidelines to enhance university-industry linkages, promoting research, skill development, and technological advancements under NEP 2020 and Atmanirbhar Bharat.
The Odisha School and Mass Education Department has issued an advisory to reduce cooking oil usage by 10% under the PM POSHAN scheme. This initiative aims to combat childhood obesity and instil healthy eating habits among students.
IMD issues a Red Warning for severe heat wave in Jharsuguda, Sambalpur, and Kalahandi. Orange warnings are in place for Angul, Sundargarh, Sonepur, and Boudh. Relief expected after March 19.
Unscrupulous traders exploit this rush by using cheap, toxic substitutes like synthetic milk, artificial colors, and non-edible oils to maximize profits.
The products under market surveillance include commonly used consumer goods such as domestic pressure cookers, hand-held blenders, food mixers, electric irons, room heaters, PVC cables, gas stoves, toys, two-wheeler helmets, switches, sockets, and aluminum foils for food packaging.
Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) posted a list of holding tax defaulters on social media but deleted it soon after, sparking controversy. Mayor Sulochana Das stated the list was outdated, but concerns remain over transparency and accountability.
The registration of pre-2017 apartments in Odisha remains uncertain due to a High Court stay on the Housing Department’s directive. Legal complications over Occupancy Certificates have left buyers and sellers in distress.
The IMD has predicted light to moderate rainfall in parts of Odisha from March 19, offering potential relief from the ongoing heat wave. A red warning is issued for Jharsuguda, Kalahandi, and Sambalpur.
OPSC declared Odisha Judicial Service Examination 2023 results, with Somesh Ranabijuli securing the top rank. A total of 33 candidates qualified, including 24 women.
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