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.

Yoga inside mosquito net: Bhubaneswar residents’ unique awareness programme on dengue
Yoga inside mosquito net: Bhubaneswar residents’ unique awareness programme on dengue

In Bhubaneswar, residents have initiated a unique 'yoga inside mosquito net' programme to raise awareness about dengue prevention. Organised by Ashok Baral at Madhusudan Park, Unit-VIII, this daily event runs from 5 am to 9 am. The initiative aims to promote the use of mosquito nets and the benefits of yoga.

Former MP Sujeet Kumar’s revelations on 'BJD's scams' create ripples 
Former MP Sujeet Kumar’s revelations on 'BJD's scams' create ripples 

Former Rajya Sabha MP Sujeet Kumar's explosive remarks on BJD leaders' involvement in multiple scams in Kalahandi have created a stir. His allegations included corruption in mines, land, chhatu, and tender fixing.

Nuakhai gift: CM Kisan Yojana to be launched tomorrow 
Nuakhai gift: CM Kisan Yojana to be launched tomorrow 

The Odisha government will launch the CM Kisan Yojana tomorrow as a Nuakhai gift to farmers. Under this scheme, eligible beneficiaries will receive Rs 4000 in two instalments before the Kharif and Rabi seasons.

SUBHADRA Yojana portal not opening! Complaints pour in from across Odisha
SUBHADRA Yojana portal not opening! Complaints pour in from across Odisha

Complaints regarding the SUBHADRA Yojana portal not opening have surfaced from various parts of Odisha. Applicants in Bhadrak and Bargarh districts reported technical issues at Jana Seva Kendras.

MPs leaving would affect party, introspection needed: Senior BJD leader
MPs leaving would affect party, introspection needed: Senior BJD leader

Senior BJD leader Amar Prasad Satpathy expressed concern over key leaders like former Rajya Sabha MP Sujeet Kumar joining BJP. He emphasized the need for self-introspection within the party. BJP MLA Babu Singh welcomed Sujeet Kumar, stating that political members are free and cannot be caged.

2 accused arrested in Bhubaneswar cab driver kidnapping and loot case
Miscreants book cab online from Bhubaneswar, later abduct and loot driver

While carrying out investigation into the case, Gondia police arrested two persons including the mastermind Rajesh Nath and his associate Suman while one more accused is still absconding.

Gangster D Brothers
From sharpshooter Dipu’s chilling murder to his father’s fight and subsequent fate of gangster D Brothers

Senior police officials, who were part of the special operation, said that the team that went to nab the gangster D brothers had no information about where they were heading for the raid at Pokhariput area in Bhubaneswar.

Odisha Government
Banks in Odisha to remain closed on Monday, check latest government notification

As Nuakhai is a prominent agrarian festival of Western Odisha, the Odisha government has announced bank holiday on September 9.

Low Pressure: IMD predicts heavy rainfall in Odisha districts
Rain likely to dampen Ganesh Puja festivities at some places in Odisha, check IMD’s forecast

As per IMD, the low pressure area over central and adjoining north Bay of Bengal is likely to move slowly nearly northwards and intensify into Depression over northwest Bay of Benga

India's first Silicon Carbide manufacturing unit's groundbreaking ceremony held in Bhubaneswar 
India's first Silicon Carbide manufacturing unit's groundbreaking ceremony held in Bhubaneswar 

The groundbreaking ceremony for India's first Silicon Carbide manufacturing facility by RIR Power Electronics Ltd. was held at EMC Park, Infovalley in Bhubaneswar. Chief Minister Mohan Majhi highlighted the significance of this Rs 620 crore investment, positioning Odisha as a leading semiconductor hub.

Renaming row: Alumni constitute Ravenshaw Heritage Forum; seek withdrawal of Union Minister's statem
Renaming row: Alumni constitute Ravenshaw Heritage Forum; seek withdrawal of Union Minister's statement 

Amid the Ravenshaw University renaming row, alumni including former Odisha Police DG Amiya Bhushan Tripathy convened a meeting at Red Cross Bhawan, Bhubaneswar.

Textile plant in Bhadrak soon: Odisha Industries Minister 
Textile plant in Bhadrak soon: Odisha Industries Minister 

The Odisha government is set to establish a textile plant in Bhadrak, as announced by Industries Minister Sampad Swain in the Assembly. The plant will utilise by-products from a mega feed cracker plant to be set up at Paradip, in collaboration with Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL).

Bhubaneswar airport gets contactless check-in; know how to use DigiYatra facility
Bhubaneswar airport gets contactless check-in; know how to use DigiYatra facility

The DigiYatra facility was formally introduced at Biju Patnaik International Airport (BPIA), Bhubaneswar, on Friday. This facility allows hassle-free, contactless entry using facial biometric data.

Sujeet Kumar Joins BJP after resigning as BJD Rajya Sabha MP
'I resigned over rampant corruption and no action by BJD leadership': Sujeet Kumar after joining BJP

In its official order, the BJD claimed that Sujeet Kumar was expelled for anti-party activities. Sujeet Kumar is the second MP to switch allegiance and join the BJP. Earlier, Mamata Mohanta quitted BJD and joined the BJP.

Low pressure to intensify into depression
Low pressure formed due to cyclonic circulation to intensify into depression in 2 to 3 days: IMD

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday informed that the low pressure area is likely to move slowly northwards and intensify into a depression during next 2-3 days.

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