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 Energy minister faces ‘power cut’ heat as Congress stages protest demanding his resignation
Odisha Energy minister faces ‘power cut’ heat as Congress stages protest demanding his resignation

The irate members of the Congress, with lanterns and hand fans, held a massive demonstration and hurled tomatoes at the official residence of the Energy Minister holding the latter responsible for the unscheduled power cuts in the State.

Heatwave alert
Bhubaneswar sizzles at 44.3 degree, mercury crosses 46 degree mark in Sambalpur

From 30 degree Celsius by 5.30 am and 88 per cent humidity level, the maximum temperature in the capital city of Bhubaneswar shot up to 41.6 degrees by 11:30 am. By 2: 30 pm, the mercury touched 43.8 degree Celsius, throwing life out of gear.

Heat Wave Conditions To Abate From Sunday In Most Parts Of India
Extreme heat bakes Odisha, IMD says no respite for next 2 days

According to a bulletin issued by the MeT office, there will be no large change in the maximum temperature (day temperature) during the next two days and slight fall thereafter over the districts of Odisha.

OTP Scam
OTP sharing to Pak operatives: Odisha STF nabs 1 more who provided SIM card used in Mangalore auto blast

Moreover, the findings have revealed that Pritam Kar had provided SIM card and debit card which was used by the accused involved in the last year’s Mangalore auto blast (terror act).

Politics over Women SHG
War of words between BJD- BJP over women SHG members in Odisha

BJP's State general secretary, Lekhashree Samantasinghar said, “BJD is using women as weapon and for vote bank politics. It is unfortunate the way BJD is accusing BJP of defaming women without facts and the party is indulging in cheap politics.”

Heat Wave
Jharsuguda records 41.8 degree C by 11:30 am; heatwave to continue in Odisha

Apart from Jharsuguda, Keonjhar recorded a maximum temperature of 39.2, Bhubaneswar (38.2), Sambalpur (37.6), Balasore (37.2) and Chandbali recorded 37 degrees by 11:30 am today.

Natural Arch Sundargarh
Natural Arch in Odisha’s Sundargarh declared Geo Heritage Site by GSI

As per official sources, the formation of the natural arch might be ignited by the fault system and associated joints while the porosity of the poorly sorted, immature, arkosic and loose sandstone accelerates the process through subaerial weathering and erosion.

Passenger Train Derails
Midnapore-Howrah passenger train derails at Kharagpur, no injuries reported

While the exact reason behind the derailment is yet to be ascertained, the movement of trains on the route has been restored after a rescue team reached the spot and removed the bogie.

Prakruti Mishra files over 5 crore defamation suit
Casting couch controversy: Prakruti Mishra files written complaint against Sanjay Nayak in Mumbai, case registered

According to sources, Prakruti lodged a written complaint against Nayak at Dadabhai Naoroji Police Station in Andheri West alleging that the filmmaker’s statement has defamed her and her family.

Rohit Pujari (L), Bishnupada Sethi (R)
Ouster of Rohit Pujari, Bishnupada Sethi from Higher Education dept sparks speculations

While the ruling BJD is claiming that Pujari has been excluded owing to the alleged poor performance of the department following a review by CM Naveen, speculations are rife that the move came after several allegations of irregularities were leveled against the duo.

Odisha indulging in ‘unhealthy competition' with Centre, alleges BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi
Odisha indulging in ‘unhealthy competition' with Centre, alleges BJP MP Aparajita Sarangi

Addressing media during an event in Khordha held to celebrate nine years of Prime Minister Narendra Modi's government; Sarangi said the Odisha government is not implementing many welfare schemes of the Central government in the State.

Heat Wave: Angul Hottest At 39.7 Degree C, 12 Places In Odisha Record Temp Over 38 Degree C
Heat wave warning issued for several Odisha districts, check IMD’s advisory

The districts for which yellow warning has been issued are- Bargarh, Sambalpur, Sundragarh, Jharsuguda, Sonepur, Bolangir, Boudh, Keonjhar and Mayurbhanj.

Drugs Destroyed
Odisha Police destroys record 220 tonnes of seized ganja, 78 kg of brown sugar in 1 year

Official sources said that 220 tonnes of ganja were seized in 1434 cases while the brown sugar was seized in 129 cases

Dal Price Hike
Price rise of essential commodities: Odisha Minister passes buck to Centre, warns of action against hoarders

While talking to reporters, Atanu said that it is the Centre's job to control inflation. There has been price rise of commodities due to various reasons including transportation cost, fuel prices and other factors, he said.

Power cut
No power cuts in Odisha, Energy minister clarifies again; this time blames poor infra

Deb further said that it is being observed that transformers and wires get burnt due to overloading and it is a major challenge for the Odisha government.

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