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.

SSMB29 shooting in Odisha
From Pushpa 2 to SSMB29 shooting in Odisha: Govt assures full support to film industries

It is not for the first time that a movie with big superstars being shot in Odisha. Prior to SSMB29, the shooting for Allu Arjun starrer Pushpa-2 was also done in Malkangiri.

Odisha Assembly Ruckus
Most of the BJP MLAs are criminals: Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati

Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati alleged that most BJP MLAs are criminals amid a scuffle in the Odisha Assembly. Tensions escalated as Jayanarayan Mishra allegedly grabbed his collar, leading to adjournments.

 ‘Bande Utkala Janani’ controversy
BJP MLA Jayanarayan Mishra breaks silence on ‘Bande Utkala Janani’ controversy

The BJP MLA further highlighted that the present state of Odisha was formed by merging three distinct regions—Utkala, Kalinga, and Koshala. Raising concerns, he questioned whether it would be fair to celebrate only one region while neglecting the others.

Crackdown on sand mafia
Odisha Police intensifies crackdown on sand mafia; 119 cases registered and 123 persons arrested

Odisha Police, under DGP Yogesh Bahadur Khurania's directive, intensified its crackdown on illegal sand mining, registering 119 cases and arresting 123 persons. Raids led to the seizure of 136 vehicles used for unlawful transportation.

‘Mo Bus’ in Bhubaneswar
Mo Bus accidents claimed 6 lives in 8 months; safety measures intensified, informs Odisha Minister

Six lives lost, 18 injured in Mo Bus accidents across Odisha in eight months. Minister Krushna Mohapatra reveals new safety measures, including speed caps and ADAS installation.

Delimitation Row
BJD to attend Tamil Nadu CM’s meeting on delimitation issue

The announcement came after DMK MP Dayanidhi Maran met BJD Supremo and former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday.

BJD leader under EOW scanner
Raids continue on BJD Leader Raja Chakra’s properties at multiple places in Odisha

Raids continue on BJD leader Raja Chakra's properties across Odisha amid a multi-crore transport scam probe. The Orissa HC hears his interim protection case today.

Wild Tusker In Bhubaneswar
Wild tusker roams near Bhubaneswar AIIMS, creates panic among locals

A wild tusker has been spotted roaming in the capital city of Bhubaneswar, causing panic among residents. The elephant was spotted near the cashew field close to AIIMS Bhubaneswar on Monday night. 

BJP and Congress MLAs scuffle in Odisha Assembly
BJP and Congress MLAs scuffle in Odisha Assembly

A heated altercation between BJP MLA Jaynarayan Mishra and Congress MLA Tara Prasad Bahinipati during the Odisha Assembly's Question Hour escalated into a physical confrontation, leading to chaos and adjournment.

Growing menace of spurious medicine influx in Odisha, 103 cases in 3 years
Growing menace of spurious medicine influx in Odisha, 103 cases in 3 years

Odisha Health Minister Mukesh Mahaling revealed 103 cases of substandard medicines detected in three years. Fake drugs from Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Kolkata, and Hyderabad flood the market. STF investigates illegal pharmaceutical trade.

Naveen Patnaik's farmhouse sale to South Indian buyer stirs political debate in Odisha
Naveen Patnaik's farmhouse sale to South Indian buyer stirs political debate in Odisha

The sale of a 22.7-acre farmhouse by BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik to a South Indian family in 2019 has ignited political debate, with Opposition parties questioning the lack of transparency and the connection between Patnaik and the property buyer.

Violent clash erupts over encroachment of government land in Bhubaneswar
Violent clash erupts over encroachment of government land in Bhubaneswar

A violent clash over government land encroachment erupted in Malipada village, Bhubaneswar. The group clash that occurred on Sunday night witnessed the detonation of around 15 crude bombs and blank firing. A detailed probe is underway.

I kept Biju Patnaik's cremains at home, it manifested spiritual influences: Bijoy Mohapatra
I kept Biju Patnaik's cremains at home, it manifested spiritual influences: Bijoy Mohapatra

Senior leader Bijoy Mohapatra shared his spiritual experiences while keeping Biju Patnaik’s ashes at home before their immersion in Prayagraj. He recalled supernatural occurrences and Naveen Patnaik’s visit to see the skeletal remains once only.

BJD did not respect Biju Babu, Naveen Patnaik didn’t even collect his ashes: BJP MLA
BJD did not respect Biju Babu, Naveen Patnaik didn’t even collect his ashes: BJP MLA

BJP MLA Babu Singh has sparked controversy, accusing BJD and Naveen Patnaik of disrespecting Biju Patnaik, both during his life and after his death, citing alleged neglect during Biju Babu's last days and failure to handle his final rites.

Heat Wave Warning
IMD issues yellow warning for heat wave in Odisha districts: check latest forecast

As per IMD’s latest forecast, the maximum temperature is very likely to gradually rise by 2 to 4 degrees C during the next five days over the districts of Odisha.

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