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.
During the ongoing elections, Congress reportedly faced financial crunch with frozen AICC accounts impacting campaign efforts. The Congress chief expressed concerns over unequal campaigning capacities compared to rivals.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is coming to Odisha on a two-day visit beginning tomorrow. He will start the campaign with a roadshow in Puri and then address public meetings in Angul and Cuttack. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh and Home Minister Amit Shah will also hold rallies in different parts of Odisha on May 19 and 21 respectively
The BJP in Odisha posted a satirical image on X of a 'flight ticket' in 'BJDGo' place for leader VK Pandian, on June 4, coinciding with election results day. This post came days after Prime Minister Narendra Modi made critical comments about the BJD government.
All 200 booths in the Bhubaneswar Central Assembly seat will be transformed into Sakhi booths to be managed and secured by trained women officials. This initiative aims to enhance security and facilities for women voters.
The Odisha BJP has challenged the BJD's free electricity announcement, urging the removal of meters to prove its sincerity.
The Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate Police has identified and issued notices for the removal of 249 offensive social media posts amid elections.
In the third phase of Odisha's Assembly elections, 86 out of 383 candidates face serious criminal charges, including murder and crimes against women. A report by ADR and Odisha Election Watch reveals criminal background and the wealth of the candidates in the fray.
In Odisha, Lingaraj Behera received a rigorous imprisonment sentence for dealing in Rs 32 lakh worth of counterfeit currency. This landmark conviction under sections 489-B and 489-C of the IPC marks a significant legal precedent in the region.
Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma, at a public meeting in Odisha's Puri district, urged locals to fund a plane ticket to send BJD leader VK Pandian to Tamil Nadu post-elections, aiming to protect Odia pride. This statement comes amid BJP's confidence in winning Odisha's government for the first time.
As per the latest IMD forecast, the low pressure area is likely to move initially north-east wards and subsequently concentrate into a depression over central parts of Bay of Bengal around May 24.
The second phase of the 2024 Odisha elections is set for May 20, covering 5 Lok Sabha and 35 Assembly seats. Over 79 lakh voters will participate, with substantial CAPF deployment in sensitive areas like Kandhamal.
Nandankanan Police arrested Suman Sabar, a notorious thief linked to multiple burglaries in Bhubaneswar. He confessed to several crimes following the recovery of stolen items including jewelry and cash from his possession.
Senior BJP leader Bijoy Mohapatra, along with Sarada Pradhan and Rakesh Mallik, has been expelled from the party due to anti-party activities.
The India Meteorological Department (IMD) forecasts a 2-4°C rise in temperatures across various districts of Odisha within the next 4-5 days, sustaining hot and humid conditions. A yellow warning has been issued for increased thunderstorm activities and prevailing heat.
As per latest development, the SIT will conduct a detailed investigation and arrest the remaining accused persons early. Besides, focus will be given on collection of proper evidence (scientific/forensic/digital) and submission of chargesheet within 30 days for early trial of the case.
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