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.

Cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam to trigger hailstorm
Cyclonic circulation over northeast Assam to trigger hailstorm, rainfall; check IMD’s forecast for Odisha, other states

A fresh western disturbance and its interaction with easterly winds is likely to affect Northwest India from January 10 to 12.

‘Real-life Bunty-Babli’: IT dept raids 12 locations associated with Odisha couple in fraud case
‘Real-life Bunty-Babli’: IT dept raids 12 locations associated with Odisha couple in fraud case

Income Tax officials raided 12 locations linked to Hansita Abhilipsa and Anil Mohanty for fraud, impersonating relatives of P.K Mishra. Investigations focus on unaccounted wealth and tax evasion.

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Ganja worth over Rs 9 crore seized from woman passenger at Bhubaneswar Airport

A woman was arrested with Rs 9 crore worth of ganja at Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar, arriving from Kuala Lumpur. Investigation is ongoing.

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Odisha holds crucial meeting after multiple HMPV cases detected in India

Odisha's Health Dept, led by Minister Mukesh Mahaling, held a meeting on HMPV. No cases in Odisha yet, said Dr Neelakantha Mishra. Surveillance is enhanced.

Young cricketer's quest leads him from London to Bhubaneswar 
Young cricketer's quest leads him from London to Bhubaneswar 

Devansh Panda, a 15-year-old cricket prodigy from London, arrives in Bhubaneswar to enhance his bowling skills under Lalit Mohanty. This move highlights Odisha's sports potential.

Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to visit Odisha on January 18
Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam to visit Odisha on January 18

Singapore's President Tharman Shanmugaratnam will visit Odisha on January 18. The visit marks 60 years of India-Singapore ties, focusing on petrochemicals and green energy. Singapore would be the first country partner for Utkarsh Odisha-Make in Odisha Conclave 2025.

Know traffic restrictions in Bhubaneswar for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
Know traffic restrictions in Bhubaneswar for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

Traffic in Bhubaneswar will witness restrictions from January 8 to 10 for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas attended by President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Key roads will close at specific times.

National Chilika Bird Festival beckons visitors to Odisha
National Chilika Bird Festival beckons visitors to Odisha

Deputy CM Pravati Parida inaugurated the 5th National Chilika Bird Festival at Lok Seva Bhawan in Bhubaneswar. The event features bird-watching treks and expert talks, coinciding with Pravasi Bharatiya Divas conclave. The attendees include environmentalists, researchers, and bird enthusiasts from and outside the State.

College students in BJD's protest rally in Bhubaneswar raises questions 
College students in BJD's protest rally in Bhubaneswar raises questions 

College students, including minors from Ramadevi University, joined BJD's protest against the price rise in Bhubaneswar. This raised questions about minor students participating in political rallies.

Odisha BJP plans grand welcome for NRIs during Pravasi Bharatiya Divas
Odisha BJP plans grand welcome for NRIs during Pravasi Bharatiya Divas

The Odisha BJP, led by Manmohan Samal, plans a grand NRI welcome at Biju Patnaik International Airport for the Pravasi Bharatiya Divas in January, with events promoting Odisha's goodwill. The visiting NRIs are anticipated to enjoy the hospitality for which the people of Odisha are renowned, potentially marking a significant moment for the State.

Odisha extends deadline for e-KYC verification of eligible ration card beneficiaries
Odisha extends deadline for e-KYC verification of eligible ration card beneficiaries

Odisha extends e-KYC deadline for ration card beneficiaries to January 31. Only 85% completed, leaving over 50 lakh pending. New ration cards will be issued thereafter to all eligible Public Distribution System (PDS) beneficiaries, who have either applied beforehand or who will apply in the future. Minister Krushna Chandra Patra urges compliance.

Odisha CM engages with tribal communities at Adivasi Mela 2025
Odisha CM engages with tribal communities at Adivasi Mela 2025

CM Mohan Majhi engages with tribals at Adivasi Mela 2025 in Bhubaneswar, showcasing tribal culture ahead of Pravasi Bharatiya Divas. The tribal fair, which began today, will remain open to the public until January 16. This year features as many as 20 meticulously crafted tribal huts and at least 147 stalls stocked with tribal products.

Rift between juniors and seniors widens in BJD
Rift between juniors and seniors widens in BJD

Internal tensions rise in BJD as Naveen Patnaik disbands the state-level committee. Generational rift surfaces with emerging leaders challenging the status quo. Younger leaders such as Sambit Routaray, Rudra Pratap Maharathy, Bishnubrata Routaray, Chandrasarathi Behera, Anshuman Mohanty, and Pranab Balabantray have voiced their support for prioritising younger leadership roles.

BJD to launch protest on Jan 6 holding govt responsible for price rise; BJP hits back
BJD to launch protest on Jan 6 holding govt responsible for price rise; BJP hits back

The BJD will protest against BJP's economic management and rising prices in Odisha on Monday, led by Naveen Patnaik. Snehangini Chhuria accused the BJP of inflation mismanagement.

Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: 40 platoons of police force, Anti-Terror Squad to be deployed in Bhubaneswa
Pravasi Bharatiya Divas: 40 platoons of police force, Anti-Terror Squad to be deployed in Bhubaneswar 

Odisha's Bhubaneswar gears up for Pravasi Bharatiya Divas with tight security; PM Modi to inaugurate, President Murmu to speak. Police Commissioner S Debadatta Singh confirms extensive deployments.

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