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.

Cannot sell land received under Vasundhara yojana: Odisha Minister
Cannot sell land received under Vasundhara yojana: Odisha Minister

Odisha government plans to amend Vasundhara scheme guidelines, prohibiting land sale by beneficiaries. Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announced the proposal. The 1962 Land Settlement Act's revision increases plots to four decimals for some. The State government previously decided to provide lands to those who are either landless or those who do not possess any homestead land.

Naveen Patnaik's political presence diminishing amidst internal rifts!
Naveen Patnaik's political presence diminishing amidst internal rifts!

Naveen Patnaik's BJD faces political uncertainty with MPs Mamata Mohanta and Sujeet Kumar joining BJP. Internal rifts challenge party's stability amid declining influence.

Tigress Zeenat’s ‘escape’ into Jharkhand forests leaves Odisha officials in soup
Tigress Zeenat’s ‘escape’ into Jharkhand forests leaves Odisha officials in soup

Tigress Zeenat from Similipal, Odisha, roams Jharkhand forests. Officials use satellite tech to track her. Conservation concerns over her unexpected move. Tigress Zeenat has strayed into Jamshedpur division and is now in Chakulia forest for the last three days.

Corruption in recruitment won't be tolerated: Odisha CM
Corruption in recruitment won't be tolerated: Odisha CM

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi warns against corruption in recruitment, promising severe penalties. New law ensures transparency with fines up to ₹1 crore, imprisonment up to ten years.

Measles returns to Odisha, triggering outbreak concerns
Measles returns to Odisha, triggering outbreak concerns

Odisha faces a measles surge, highlighted by Dr Nilakantha Mishra. Affected areas include Kandhamal's Raikia and Ganjam's Sorada, with efforts to contain the spread underway. The vaccination drives are being sustained across the State in response.

ORERA crackdown: 'Defiant' real estate developer issued ‘show-cause’ over arrest warrant
ORERA crackdown: 'Defiant' real estate developer issued ‘show-cause’ over arrest warrant

ORERA has issued a show-cause notice to Vipul Limited in Bhubaneswar over non-compliance. Authorities, pushed by a Supreme Court order, demand an explanation by December 31. Despite this, several similar cases remain unresolved at the Bhubaneswar ADM's office.

BJP govt completes 6 months in Odisha; Opposition launches attack on several issues 
BJP govt completes 6 months in Odisha; Opposition launches attack on several issues 

The BJP government led by Mohan Majhi in Odisha completes six months. While it fulfilled promises like Subhadra Yojana and paddy MSP increase, the Opposition criticizes it over rising prices.

Online betting: Police bust cybercrime syndicate in Odisha Capital
Online betting: Police bust cybercrime syndicate in Odisha Capital

Bhubaneswar Police detained four linked to a cybercrime syndicate after raiding a call centre. Items seized hint at national network involvement. A doctor in Bhadrak previously lost Rs 75,000 in another related fraud a few days ago.

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Odisha BJP to elect new president in January

The Odisha BJP will elect its new president in January 2025, as announced by Vijay Pal Singh Tomar in Bhubaneswar. Organisational elections are underway.

Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar to get Badminton High Performance Centre 
Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar to get Badminton High Performance Centre 

A new Badminton High Performance Centre is set to be inaugurated at Kalinga Stadium, Bhubaneswar, by Odisha CM Mohan Majhi and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma. The centre aims to enhance athletes' training with state-of-the-art facilities.

Tender fixing in Odisha: CBI gets additional 5-day remand of three accused
Tender fixing in Odisha: CBI gets additional 5-day remand of three accused

CBI gets an additional 5-day remand for Chanchal Mukherjee, Santosh Maharana, and Debadatta Mahapatra in Odisha corruption case involving Rs 1 Crore. The corruption incident came to the fore in Bhubaneswar, wherein a transaction involving Rs 10 lakh allegedly occurred outside a luxury hotel.

Licences of 5 jewellery shops cancelled for selling fake gold: Odisha Minister
Licences of 5 jewellery shops cancelled for selling fake gold: Odisha Minister

Food Supply and Consumer Welfare Minister Krushna Chandra Patra stated in the Odisha Assembly on Wednesday that at least five jewellery shops had their licences revoked after being found selling counterfeit gold. Consumers across the State resented the adulteration of gold.

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Amid tussle with West Bengal, Odisha targets potato farming on over 15000 hectares of land

Deputy CM KV Singh Deo announced Odisha's plan to farm potatoes on 15,023 hectares amid a supply tussle with West Bengal. Steps are in place to boost production in key districts.

No more stale ‘Abadha’ in Puri Srimandir from September 1!
SSMSV to ensure foolproof security for Puri Srimandi; check the force's responsibilities 

Swatantra Shree Mandir Surakshay Bahini to secure Puri Srimandir and sensitive areas. NSG-supervised drills to counter armed attacks; modern equipment enhances safety.

Railways cancels trains, reduces frequency due to foggy weather
Indian Railways sanctions Rs 509 crore for construction of flyovers in Cuttack, Rayagada  

The Ministry of Railways has approved Rs 509 crore for two major railway flyovers in Cuttack and Rayagada, Odisha, under the Energy, Mineral & Cement Corridor Scheme. This initiative aims to enhance train operations and reduce congestion.

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