News from Bhubaneswar

Odisha Minister Rabi Narayan Naik warns officials of strict action for missing project deadlines, emphasising close monitoring and timely completion of infrastructure projects under Vision 2036. Officials concerned have also been strictly instructed to review nearly 20 incomplete bridges from the previous (BJD-led) government that have not been put to public use yet.

A video of a minor girl's statement at AIIMS Bhubaneswar, related to the Puri Balanga burn case, leaked online, prompting a police probe. SP Pinak Mishra clarified the video's context and legal actions underway. The senior police official assured that all evidence, including the source of the leak, will be presented to the judiciary, and strict action will be taken against any individual found responsible for the breach.

Odisha's Law Minister Prithviraj Harichandan announces a stringent crackdown on corruption, targeting both lower and senior-level officials, including chief engineers, with exemplary punishments.

Odisha simplifies Kharif Marketing Season 2025-26 registration for farmers by replacing ancestral certificates with a self-declaration form, ensuring easier access to MSP benefits.

Body of Shiv Kumar found in Bhubaneswar-Delhi Duronto Express toilet; GRP investigates mysterious death.

The Regional Meteorological Centre predicts a low-pressure area over the Bay of Bengal, intensifying rainfall in Odisha with Yellow and Orange Alerts issued for several districts, urging caution.

Bijaylaxmi Mathia accuses her father-in-law, stepmother-in-law, and brother-in-law of murdering her husband, Jyoti Ranjan Mathia, over a property dispute. Balipatna police have arrested the accused following preliminary investigations.

Jyoti Ranjan Mathia's death from burn injuries at AIIMS Bhubaneswar took a turn when a video surfaced alleging his family set him ablaze over a property dispute. Police have detained his father, stepmother, and stepbrother.

Biju Patnaik International Airport in Bhubaneswar is undergoing a Rs 1000 crore expansion, including decommissioning the old ATC tower and operationalizing a new 11-storey facility. Plans for a new Terminal 3 and enhanced infrastructure are underway to manage increasing passenger traffic.

The Regional Meteorological Centre predicts continued rainfall in Odisha for three days due to a low-pressure area, with a yellow warning issued for 20 districts. Heavy rains may disrupt life, especially in vulnerable areas.

Odisha DGP suspends Inspector Rajesh Baliarsingh for alleged misconduct and protecting ganja mafias during his tenure in Koraput. Baliarsingh was accused of showing undue leniency to ganja mafias, raising concerns about his integrity and professional conduct. For the past two days, a Koraput police team had been camping in Bhubaneswar to question him regarding these allegations.

On the 79th Independence Day, Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi awarded President’s Medals to Odisha Police, fire, prison, and civil defence personnel for exemplary service, including Vigilance SP Saroj Kumar Samal and Constable Satyabadi Mallik. Monetary incentives were also distributed to encourage continued excellence.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced the formation of 21 new NACs and major infrastructure projects, including roads and ports, to boost urban development and industrial growth during the 79th Independence Day celebrations in Bhubaneswar.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi announced 5kg free rice monthly for three months to 27 lakh families in 11 districts under Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana, costing Rs 180 crore. The move follows e-KYC mandates for ration cards and includes measures to improve connectivity and healthcare coverage.

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi's Independence Day speech highlighted 'Operation Sindoor', job creation, and welfare initiatives for women, farmers, the poor, and youth, alongside a call to support 'Vocal for Local' and 'Make in India'.