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.

Celebrity hairstylist Sanjeeb Barik lands in soup as wife lodges police complaint 
Celebrity hairstylist Sanjeeb Barik lands in soup as wife lodges police complaint 

Celebrity hairstylist Sanjeeb Barik faces serious allegations as his wife, Sangeeta, files a police complaint at Nandankanan Police Station in Bhubaneswar, accusing him of torturing her mentally and physically.

Is Bhubaneswar actually a smart city?, questions Odisha Chief Minister 
Is Bhubaneswar actually a smart city?, questions Odisha Chief Minister 

Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi questioned if Bhubaneswar qualifies as a smart city, citing persistent waterlogging issues. Speaking at the Local Self Governance Day event in Bhubaneswar, Majhi highlighted infrastructural problems.

Orissa High Court
Over 1.42 lakh cases pending in Orissa High Court; more than 55,000 disposed of in last 5 years

In his reply, the Law Minister informed that 55,203 cases have been disposed of in the last five years.

Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das
Bird flu threat: Avoid eating chicken for some days, BMC Mayor appeals Bhubaneswar residents

Though no case of bird flu has been detected in Bhubaneswar, the municipal corporation has also urged the poultry traders not to import chickens from affected areas.

Odisha Excise Department
25 new excise stations to be set up in Odisha; crucial meeting on September 4

In a letter to all Excise SPs, the Excise Commissioner has stated that out of the total 25 excise stations, 3 each will come up in Ganjam, Balasore and Berhampur

Depression to cross north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts tonight
Depression to cross north Andhra Pradesh and adjoining south Odisha coasts tonight: IMD

The IMD on Friday issued an orange warning for heavy rainfall in several districts of Odisha.

Death toll in Ganjam hooch tragedy rises to 3
Death toll in Ganjam hooch tragedy rises to 3

The deceased was undergoing treatment at the ICU and breathed his last today. Moreover, four other affected persons are still undergoing treatment at the hospital.

Woman found dead at Baramunda bus terminal in Bhubaneswar
Woman found dead at Baramunda bus terminal in Bhubaneswar; murder suspected

Sources said that both had purchased tickets for Sorada in Ganjam. It is alleged that some persons had seen them entering into a dispute. Later, the woman’s body was found at an isolated place.

Koraput MP Saptagiri Ulaka
Koraput MP Saptagiri Ulaka appointed AICC secretary, given charge of Jharkhand

Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge on Friday appointed AICC Secretaries and Joint Secretaries in different states and assigned them to work with the respective General Secretaries and In-charges with immediate effect.

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi
Mission 2036: Odisha govt committed to mega industries to power development, says CM Mohan Majhi

While underlining the importance of industrialisation, the chief minister said that the state government is focusing on both large-scale industries and small and medium enterprises and including agro-based industries.

Odisha Government
Along with Odia, Odisha govt allows use of English in official matters

As per the latest notification issued by the General Administration (GA) & Public Grievance Department clearly states that official works can either be completely done in Odia or Odia and English.

No new liquor OFF shops to be sanctioned in Odisha; dance performance banned in ON shops
No new liquor OFF shops to be sanctioned in Odisha; dance performance banned in ON shops

The Odisha government will not sanction any new IMFL 'OFF' shop in the state for the financial year 2024-25. As part of the new Excise Policy effective from September 1, 2024, no new FL 'ON' shops will be allowed in rural areas except for hotels rated 3-star and above. require Tourism Department approval.

Huge amount of gold and silver seized in Bhubaneswar
Gold & Silver Seizure in Bhubaneswar: Mystery Shrouds Ownership

The CT & GST Department has sealed all the gold and silver securely in a room and given 48 hours time to the owners.

Crores spent on paid news for Pandian propaganda; politics heats up 
Crores spent on paid news for Pandian propaganda; politics heats up 

The political scenario in Odisha has intensified with allegations against the former BJD government for spending crores on paid news promoting VK Pandian.

Country liquor in mustard oil bottle! Bhubaneswar man arrested 
Country liquor in mustard oil bottle! Bhubaneswar man arrested 

The Excise Department officials arrested a man on Friday for illegally selling country liquor in 100 ML mustard oil bottles in Bhubaneswar.

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