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.
At a book launch event, senior politician Soumya Ranjan Patnaik criticised former Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik, accusing him of surrendering complete control to VK Pandian. Questioning Pandian's rapid rise in power, Soumya highlighted the opaque functioning within the BJD. The event stirred political debate, exposing internal tensions and raising questions about leadership and influence in Odisha politics.
Odisha has set a new all-time record in paddy procurement registration, with over 18.5 lakh farmers enrolled so far, surpassing last year’s figures. Food Supplies Minister credited the growth to e-KYC implementation and a self-declaration facility. These reforms have improved accessibility, ensuring genuine farmers benefit from the system. Registration remains open until midnight today.
The Meteorological Department has forecast heavy to very heavy rainfall in Odisha on August 26 and 27. Orange and Yellow alerts have been issued for multiple districts amid warnings of flooding and gusty winds. Under the influence of an upper air cyclonic circulation over northwest Bay of Bengal off Odisha-West Bengal coasts, a low-pressure area is likely to form over the same region during the next 48 hours.
Odisha Deputy CM K.V. Singh Deo chaired a high-level taskforce meeting to discuss and strategise on reducing labour migration, evaluating policies, and enhancing welfare for migrant workers. The government is under pressure to address the growing concerns around the safety, rights, and rehabilitation of Odisha’s large migrant workforce, especially in the wake of recent incidents highlighting their vulnerability.
Odisha Governor Hari Babu Kambhampati questioned the state's lag in fish production compared to Andhra Pradesh at OUAT's 64th Foundation Day, prompting Deputy CM Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo to announce new educational expansions. New agricultural colleges are proposed in Mayurbhanj and Berhampur. Similarly, a fisheries and animal husbandry college is also being planned for Sonepur.
Water levels in Subarnarekha and Baitarani rivers exceed danger marks due to heavy rainfall, with Engineer-in-Chief Chandrashekhar Padhy warning of potential floods in Odisha.
Rajya Sabha MP Debashish Samantaray attacks VK Pandian for hiding Naveen Patnaik's health updates, calling it a serious mistake affecting BJD and Odisha.
BJP National Vice President Baijayant Panda met former Governor Biswabhushan Harichandan in Bhubaneswar to discuss Odisha's development, socio-political challenges, and party matters in a cordial dialogue.
Heavy rain from a low-pressure system over Gangetic West Bengal may continue in Odisha till August 27, impacting Ganesh Puja and Nuakhai festivities, with IMD issuing warnings for multiple districts.
The Odisha Higher Education Department has announced the second phase admission schedule for UG and PG programmes in 2025-26, with applications open from August 23 to September 3 via SAMS portal.
DRI seized Rs 4 crore marijuana at Bhubaneswar Airport from a couple arriving from Bangkok, detaining them for interrogation on the smuggling network.
Diploma students from Club Chocolate crafted a 70 kg chocolate replica of PM Modi, incorporating symbols of his key initiatives, to mark his birthday.
IMD reports a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, bringing heavy rainfall and thunderstorms to Odisha districts, with Red Warning for Sundargarh and precautions advised.
Odisha government launches Dial 112 for ambulance access, led by Fire Services with new recruits and vehicles to enhance emergency medical aid, especially in rural areas. To support this ambitious initiative, the government has provided ambulance vehicles to the Directorate General of Fire Services. This initiative is aimed at providing immediate medical assistance, especially in road mishaps and rural emergencies.
Odisha government initiates a crackdown on underperforming and corrupt officials, with suspensions in Boudh district and disciplinary probes across departments led by Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja. Transport Department has reported six officials, who are under disciplinary probe. The revelations include sexual harassment allegations against an ASO and two others, while two more are involved in criminal cases.
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