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.

Law and Works Minister Prithviraj Harichandan
Lump sum financial aid if employment not possible, Odisha Law Minister hints at possible change in rehabilitation measures

Odisha may offer Rs 30-40 lakh aid to families of deceased govt employees. Law Minister Harichandan discussed policy changes at an event, ensuring employee welfare.

Explosion at firecracker godown in Bhubaneswar triggers massive fire, nearby hostel damaged
Explosion at firecracker godown in Bhubaneswar triggers massive fire, nearby hostel damaged

A blast at a Bhubaneswar firecracker godown near Infocity triggered a massive fire, damaging a nearby hostel. Odisha Fire Services doused the flames amid explosion risks.

Lab attendant injured in student's attack at Maharishi college
Lab Attendant injured in clash between two student groups at Maharishi College in Bhubaneswar

It is alleged that the assistant librarian sustained head injuries after he was attacked by a bottle.Senior officials of the college said that around three to four students entered through the main gate and suddenly indulged in a clash.

Youth 'thrashed to death' at rehab centre in Bhubaneswar
Youth 'thrashed to death' at rehab centre in Bhubaneswar

Sumanta Panda, 36, was allegedly beaten to death at a Bhubaneswar rehab centre. Family alleges multiple injuries. Police investigate.

BJD slams BJP for repeating previous government’s decisions, saffron camp responds
BJD slams BJP for repeating previous government’s decisions, saffron camp responds

Lenin Mohanty of BJD criticises BJP-led government in Odisha for echoing the policies of previous government. He highlights issues like extra casual leave for women, aid to Padma awardees, and tribal deaths in Kandhamal. Ministers Krushna Chandra Patra and Prithiviraj Harichandan counter the claims.

Love Jihad case accused Md Samir Mansoor
Commissionerate Police intensifies probe into ‘Love Jihad’ case, terror link of accused to be investigated

The Commissionerate Police in Bhubaneswar intensifies probe into the 'Love Jihad' case involving Md Samir Mansoor, checking for terror links. Arrested after a woman's complaint of blackmail and forced conversion.

Odisha lifts ban on Home Guard appointment
Odisha lifts ban on Home Guard appointment

Odisha has lifted the ban on home guard recruitment, announced by Chief Minister Mohan Majhi's office.

Despite row, ISKCON to go ahead with plan to hold untimely Rath Yatra in Houston US! 
Despite row, ISKCON to go ahead with plan to hold untimely Rath Yatra in Houston US! 

Despite controversy, ISKCON plans an untimely Rath Yatra in Houston with a Nandighosha-like chariot.

New chapter in Odisha tourism very soon: Deputy Chief Minister 
New chapter in Odisha tourism very soon: Deputy Chief Minister 

Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida exudes hope for a new era for Odisha tourism post World Tourism Market 2024, London.

Odisha to implement NEP 2020 in Universities, Colleges from current academic session
Odisha to implement NEP 2020 in Universities, Colleges from current academic session

The National Education Policy 2020 will be implemented in government Universities and affiliated colleges across the state from the current academic session.

Odisha announces Rs 30k monthly honorarium for Padma awardees 
Odisha announces Rs 30k monthly honorarium for Padma awardees 

The Odisha government has announced to give a monthly honorarium of Rs 30,000 to the Padma award recipients.

Police seize half-burnt body of former MLA’s wife midway into cremation in Bhubaneswar 
Police seize half-burnt body of former MLA’s wife midway into cremation in Bhubaneswar 

Police seized the half-burnt body of Ashrukana Pradhan, wife of ex-MLA Ajay Jena, in Bhubaneswar amid family disputes over her last rites. Allegations arose against her daughter-in-law.

PM Modi to BRICS leaders: No place for double standards on terrorism, terror financing
PM Narendra Modi likely to visit Odisha on November 15: Minister Rabi Naik

PM Narendra Modi may visit Odisha's Rourkela on Nov 15 for Birsa Munda's 150th birth anniversary, as per minister Rabi Naik.

Arrested accused Samir Mansoor
‘Love Jihad’ case: Detained accused from Kashmir arrested in Bhubaneswar, mobile phone sent for forensic examination 

Samir Mansoor, a Kashmiri youth, was arrested in a 'love jihad' case for allegedly forcing a woman from Jagatsinghpur to convert religions. He threatened her with intimate video exposure.

Cyber fraud: Bhubaneswar woman loses Rs 4 lakh while recharging her mobile number
Cyber fraud: Bhubaneswar woman loses Rs 4 lakh while recharging her mobile number

Usharani Behera of Bhubaneswar lost Rs 4 lakh to cyber fraudsters. She mistakenly recharged the wrong number, sought PhonePe help online, and was duped.

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