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.

Odisha CM orders withdrawal of over 48k cases against tribals 
Odisha CM orders withdrawal of over 48k cases against tribals 

As per reports, about 48,018 cases pertaining to the Home, Excise, and Forest and Environment departments are pending against the tribal people. 

Girl student of private law varsity in Bhubaneswar alleges ragging, files police complaint against s
Girl student of private law varsity in Bhubaneswar alleges ragging, files police complaint against seniors

After the ragging, the victim reportedly took up the issue with the disciplinary committee of the institution on February 20. But the accused students did not turn up for the hearing of the committee, the victim alleged.

Maximum Temperature Rises In Odisha
Hot and humid Odisha: 'Remain alert and prepared for heat-related illness'

It is likely that the maximum temperature will register a drop as several parts are likely to experience rainfall activities till February 26, 2024.

Odisha Invokes ESMA To Prohibit Strike By Firemen
Odisha govt invokes ESMA to prohibit strike by Firemen and supervisory ranks

As per a notification issued by the Home (Special Section) Department, it is necessary to prohibit strikes by Firemen and their supervisory ranks as Fire Services is a vitally necessary service for the community

Defence Mininister Rajnath Singh
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh’s Odisha visit tomorrow

As per sources, Singh is scheduled to attend a number of party programmes in Nabarangpur, Berhampur and Baripada

Mahila Congress Members Scuffle With Police
Scuffle breaks out between Mahila Congress, police during protest march to Naveen Niwas

As per reports, the Congress members took out a protest march to Naveen Niwas led by All India Mahila Congress president Alka Lamba and Odisha Mahila Congress president Minakshi Bahinipati over rising cases of violence against women in the State.

Lingaraj Temple Servitor Arrested
Lingaraj temple servitor arrested for misbehaving with female foreign national in Bhubaneswar

Bhubaneswar DCP, Prateek Singh informed that in her complaint, a woman tourist from Sweden alleged that a servitor had misbehaved with her when she had visited the temple on February 19, 2024.

Heat Wave Conditions To Prevail In Coastal Odisha
Hot and humid conditions in coastal Odisha likely to continue, check IMD’s forecast

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Wednesday informed that hot and humid weather conditions during the daytime over some parts of coastal Odisha are very likely to continue till tomorrow.

Pradeep Panigrahi Joins BJP
Gopalpur MLA Pradeep Panigrahi joins BJP, says 'time has come to dethrone Naveen govt' in Odisha

The Gopalpur MLA also targeted the Odisha government for stopping the students’ union election in the state.

Odisha women deceived in name empowerment: Congress' Alka Lamba
Odisha women deceived in name empowerment: Congress' Alka Lamba

The Odisha Mahila Congress will chalk out strategies for women voters ahead of the upcoming 2024 Lok Sabha and Assembly elections, said All India Mahila Congress chief, Alka Lamba in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. 

PM Modi to visit Odisha in February end: Odisha BJP chief Manmohan Samal
PM Modi to visit Odisha in February end: Odisha BJP chief Manmohan Samal

Speaking to the media, Manmohan Samal said, "The Prime Minister will first go to Puri to have darshan of Lord Jagannath and will later address a public meeting at Chandikhole. However, the exact date of his visit will be finalized soon.”

BJD bribing voters with sops and cash incentives: Opposition
BJD bribing voters with sops and cash incentives: Opposition

In the last 10 days, the Odisha government has announced financial incentives under 13 schemes and has also hiked pension allowances. It seems as if the government has loosened the purse strings ahead of the General Elections to woo voters.

Non-appointment of regular Police DG: MHA raps Odisha for ignoring SC direction
Non-appointment of regular Police DG: MHA raps Odisha for ignoring SC direction

Following the Ministry of Home Affairs' (MHA) letter to seven states including Odisha regarding the appointment of regular Director General of Police (DGP) despite the availability of eligible officers, discussions on why the Odisha government hasn’t made a regular appointment have started gathering steam. 

BJD ticket race getting ugly as new aspirants openly snub incumbents
BJD ticket race getting ugly as new aspirants openly snub incumbents

At the Balikuda-Erasama constituency in Jagatsinhgpur, youth leader Sanjib Biswal, a ticket aspirant, organised a power show on the plea of a get-together against MLA Ragunandan Das. He even spoke openly against the MLA and asserted that he would win the poll by a huge margin if he is given a ticket.

Odisha leaders, officers will soon be dragged to court: Blackmailing case accused Archana Nag 
Odisha leaders, officers will soon be dragged to court: Blackmailing case accused Archana Nag 

Political leaders and administrative officers of Odisha who are involved in the case and who have used me as a medium to hide their own wrongdoings will be dragged to the court said the blackmailing case accused Archana Nag after coming out from the Enforcement Directorate (ED) office in Bhubaneswar on Tuesday. 

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