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.

FIR Against BJD MLA
BJD MLA in trouble again; wife-to-be files FIR against him for avoiding marriage

The complainant, Somalika, has accused the MLA of cheating and harassment. Somalika has also alleged that she and her family are being threatened by MLA’s relatives.

Chhattisgarh Borewell Mishap
Borewell mishap: Our focus was to reunite Rahul with family, says NDRF official

Recounting the ‘mission impossible’, the NDRF officials said that they had struck a connection with Rahul soon after he started responding to their calls.

Gold Prices
Gold, silver down: Check new rates in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack on June 18

On the other hand, one kilogram of silver is being sold at Rs 63,400 (With GST) in Bhubaneswar.

Heavy Rainfall Alert
Monsoon update: IMD issues heavy rainfall alert for these Odisha districts

IMD’s Regional Centre in Bhubaneswar heavy rainfall is likely to occur in some districts in 24 hours.Similarly, several parts of the State will continue to experience thunderstorm activities in the coming days. The intensity of rainfall is likely to increase from June 20, said IMD.

Disaster Management Committee Meeting
Disaster management committee meet: Remain prepared, CM directs officials

Reiterating that 'every life is precious', Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik asked the state admin to be prepared for all possible disasters.

Minor Boy found dead
Missing minor boy found dead in Bhubaneswar, family alleges murder

The family members suspect it to be a murder case and alleged the involvement of a local youth and his associates with whom they had some rivalry.

Elephant deaths: Action within a month, vows Forest & Environment Minister  
Elephant deaths: Action within a month, vows Forest & Environment Minister  

The tusker which was found with gunshot injuries near a rivulet in Narasinghapur forest range under Athagarh forest division in Cuttack district succumbed to injuries.

Raja fever grips Rocking Star Yash's family! Fans from Odisha go gaga
Raja fever grips Rocking Star Yash's family! Fans from Odisha go gaga

As a mark of respect towards the Earth, people across the state celebrate to revere womanhood or female menstruation. The term Raja comes from the Sanskrit word ‘Rajas‘, which means menstruation, and when a woman menstruates, she is called ‘Rajaswala‘ or a menstruating woman.

state-secretariat
Kulange named BMC Commissioner, Ananya Sambalpur Collector

Similarly, Ganjam Collector and District Magistrate Kulange Vijay Amruta has been appointed as Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation Commissioner, while Gunupur Sub-Collector J Sonal has been appointed as the Commissioner of Behhampur Municipal Corporation.

Police high-handedness: OPCC stages ‘dharna’ at Raj Bhawan
Police high-handedness: OPCC stages ‘dharna’ at Raj Bhawan

A rally under the leadership of OPCC president Sarat Pattanayak was taken out from the ADM’s office in Bhubaneswar and it culminated at the Raj Bhawan.

Heavy Rainfall Alert
IMD issues heavy rainfall warning for several Odisha districts

As per IMD’s Regional Centre in Bhubaneswar, the southwest monsoon has entered through South Odisha today. While it has fully covered the districts of Koraput, Malkangiri, and Nabarangpur, it has partially touched parts of Nuapada, Kalahandi and Rayagada districts.

Bakul Library
Library on wheels: Bakul Foundation's unique initiative draws applause in Bhubaneswar

Bakul Foundation, which made this library happen, named the bus, 'Bakul Library' that now stands parked at the Kala Bhoomi, near Pokhariput in Bhubaneswar.

FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar to host India matches
FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup: Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar to host India matches

Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneswar is all set to host India’s matches of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 on October 11, 14 and 17 this year.

Presidential election notice issued; polls on July 18, counting on July 21
Presidential election notice issued; polls on July 18, counting on July 21

The filing of nomination papers for election to the post of Nation’s first citizen has started from today and will continue till June 29.

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