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.

3rd National Mines Ministers’ Conference
Mines Ministry to host 3rd National Mines Ministers’ Conference at Odisha’s Konark

The conference will provide a platform for State Mining Ministers, senior government officials, and stakeholders to discuss critical mining sector strategies.

Over 15 lakh birds of 200 species recorded in Odisha’s wetlands
Mid-Winter Waterfowl Census 2025; Over 15 lakh birds of 200 species recorded in Odisha’s wetlands, highest in Chilika 

Over 15 lakh birds were recorded and more than 200 species were identified across the state’s wetlands during the census.

Baijayant Panda
PM Modi’s Mann Ki Baat impacting and touching lives of people: BJP VP Baijayant Panda

BJP's Baijayant Panda praises PM Modi's Mann Ki Baat for inspiring the nation, highlighting its role in celebrating India's Constitution and technological advancements in voting.

Naba Das murder case
Naba Das murder case: ‘Person who wanted to become CM after Naveen Patnaik is the main conspirator’

BJP MP Pradeep Purohit alleges a conspiratorial group, including someone aspiring to be CM after Naveen Patnaik, is behind Naba Das's murder, questioning the family's silence in the past on demanding an impartial probe.

Dipal Das
Naba Das murder case: Will write to Odisha CM for CBI probe, says daughter Dipali

Dipali Das, daughter of late BJD minister Naba Das, demands a CBI probe into her father's assassination, citing potential lapses in the Crime Branch investigation. The family plans to formally request Odisha CM for a CBI inquiry.

Vulgar performances in Jatras
Vulgar performances in Jatras during Khandagiri Mela: Odisha govt to bring guidelines soon

Odisha's Culture Minister Suryabanshi Suraj announces new guidelines to curb vulgar performances at Khandagiri Mela, following appeals from jatra groups for leniency. The move aims to address law and order concerns, with discussions involving stakeholders.

World Bank GEP report
World Bank GEP report: India’s economy to outpace global peers, to grow at 6.7 percent

The World Bank's January 2025 Global Economic Prospects report forecasts India's economy to grow at 6.7% in FY26 and FY27, outpacing global peers. Growth is driven by a robust services sector, revitalised manufacturing, and transformative government policies.

Automated system to identify and penalise vehicles without valid insurance from Feb 1 in Odisha
Automated system to identify and penalise vehicles without valid insurance from Feb 1 in Odisha

Under this, e-detection process, e-challans will be issued to the violators. This automated system will be operational at all 22 toll plazas within Odisha.

GFTN CEO Sopnendu Mohanty
Fintech hub to be set up in Odisha; focus on new technologies, upskilling of workforce, says GFTN CEO

GFTN CEO Sopnendu Mohanty announces a Fintech hub in Odisha, focusing on new technologies and workforce upskilling, aligning with PM Modi's Viksit Bharat 2047 mission for financial inclusion.

Internet Governance Internship
Internet Governance Internship; interns to get Rs 20k stipend per month

The National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) launches an Internet Governance Internship offering Rs 20,000 monthly stipend. Aimed at Indian nationals with specific educational qualifications, the program seeks to build expertise in internet governance.

Odisha’s journey towards a corruption-free state: From politician to businessmen, none spared!
Odisha’s journey towards a corruption-free state: From politician to businessmen, none spared!

The BJP-led Odisha government intensifies its anti-corruption drive with ED and IT Department conducting multiple raids on politicians, businessmen, and construction companies for financial irregularities.

4 lakh taxpayers avail ration cards in Odisha says Minister
4 lakh taxpayers avail ration cards in Odisha; Minister slams previous BJD govt, orders probe

Odisha's Food and Supplies Minister Krushna Chandra Patra reveals 4 lakh taxpayers have ration cards, orders probe into BJD govt's alleged misuse, initiates eKYC for verification.

UGC imposes ban on 3 universities for awarding Ph.D degrees
UGC imposes ban on 3 universities for awarding Ph.D degrees

These three universities in Rajasthan have been debarred from enrolling students under the Ph.D program for the next five years, from the academic year 2025-26 to 2029-30.

No trains, buses, flights! Travel hurdles for Odisha pilgrims heading to Maha Kumbh Mela
No trains, buses, flights! Travel hurdles for Odisha pilgrims heading to Maha Kumbh Mela

Pilgrims from Odisha face travel challenges to Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj due to sold-out train tickets and high airfare costs, despite special trains and OSRTC bus services. The Mela has just concluded two significant bathing days, with key events scheduled on January 29 and February 3.

Odisha joins hands with Singapore for big push in urban development, semiconductors
Odisha joins hands with Singapore for big push in urban development, semiconductors

Odisha government partners with Singapore for urban development and semiconductor projects, signing eight MoUs. The collaboration includes green technology, industrial parks, and new city initiatives, aiming to boost investment and skill development.

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