News from Bhubaneswar

Several Congress leaders, including OPCC General Secretary Syed Yashir Nawaz, were detained by Odisha Police ahead of PM Modi's visit to Bhubaneswar for the BJP government's first anniversary celebrations.

Odisha's Higher Education Department extends UG admission deadline to June 21, 2025, for students selected in the first round, allowing more time for fee payment and reporting.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived in Odisha on Friday to a rousing welcome. He landed in the city of temples, Bhubaneswar, to mark the first anniversary

BJD chief Naveen Patnaik departed for Mumbai to undergo cervical arthritis surgery at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital on June 22, with senior BJD leaders and party workers seeing him off at Bhubaneswar airport.

Odisha's continuous rainfall to decrease, with only Sundargarh and Jharsuguda under yellow warning. Normal weather expected elsewhere, aiding farming and daily life.

Schools in Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to close, government offices declare half-day for PM Modi's visit marking BJP's one year in Odisha. Security tightened with 133 police platoons deployed. PM to launch projects worth Rs 19,000 crore, including new railway service and electric buses.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi visits Odisha to mark the first anniversary of the Mohan Majhi-led BJP government, launching projects worth Rs 19,000 crore and unveiling the Odisha Vision Document at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee's distribution of 'Mahaprasad' from Digha's Jagannath temple sparks political and religious controversy ahead of 2026 elections. Allegedly, in a bold pre-election move, CM of the neighbouring state has initiated a mass distribution of what is being called ‘Mahaprasad’ from the newly established Jagannath temple in Digha.

Ahead of PM Modi's visit to Odisha, BJD leader Pramila Mallick criticises the State's law and order situation, while BJP's Manmohan Samal dismisses the claims as baseless, highlighting development under BJP rule. As Odisha braces for the Prime Minister’s visit, political discourse continues to intensify, highlighting deep divisions ahead of the forthcoming event at Janata Maidan.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi's visit to Bhubaneswar on June 20, 2025, for a BJP government anniversary event at Janata Maidan prompts traffic advisories and route arrangements. Traffic restrictions were imposed by Twin City Commissionerate Police to ensure smooth movement for the public in the State Capital and security of the VVIPs/VIPs as well, during the PM’s visit.

Odisha's School and Mass Education Minister Nityananda Gond authorizes collectors in three districts to consider temporary school closures amid rising diarrhoea cases, ensuring boiled water and hygiene.

Amitabh Kant, a visionary civil servant, retires after 45 years, leaving a legacy from the Incredible India campaign to India's G20 presidency and transformative work in Odisha's underdeveloped districts.

West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee allegedly restricts her ministers from visiting Puri during Rath Yatra, directing them to Digha's Jagannath Temple, sparking religious and political tensions. This was claimed by Jagannath Swain Mohapatra, the chief servitor (Badagrahi) of Lord Jagannath in Puri.

BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik to undergo specialised treatment for cervical arthritis at Kokilaben Dhirubhai Ambani Hospital, Mumbai, on June 22, under the guidance of leading health experts and his personal physician. Cervical Arthritis is a condition that affects cervical spine and can lead to severe neck pain and stiffness requires expert medical attention.

Dr. Rajkishore Padhi and Subrat Senapati nominated for Kendra Sahitya Akademi's Bal Sahitya and Yuva Puraskar 2025 for their Odia literary works 'Kete Phula Phutichi' and 'Kadamba Bana', respectively. Each award includes a cash prize of Rs 50,000, a citation plaque (memento), and a shawl.