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.

Road Mishap On Vani Vihar Flyover
Truck rear-ends pickup van in Bhubaneswar, 1 killed

The deceased pickup van driver has been identified as Arjun Aich. The truck driver too sustained injuries in the mishap and was rushed to the hospital for treatment.

Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Mahendra Singh Dhoni to join politics? Anand Mahindra’s ‘future leader’ remarks spark debate

In a tweet, Mahindra called Dhoni ‘an obvious future leader.’ This has sparked a debate about whether Dhoni will be seen in the political arena during the crucial 2024 elections.

Naba Das Murder Case
Naba Das murder: BJP slams CB chargesheet, reiterates demand for CBI probe

Opposition Chief Whip, Mohan Majhi said that "In the Crime Branch chargesheet, there is no mention of the bullet and whether it was the same which was fired from the gun of Gopal Das or it was some other bullet that hit Naba Das

Thunderstorm Alert
IMD predicts no change in max temp; thunderstorms likely in Odisha districts

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) further informed that the cyclonic circulations over south Chhattisgarh and south Telangana have become less marked.

Odisha Vigilance
Odisha Vigilance detects bribery through PhonePe, warns bribe takers and facilitators

In a tweet, the Vigilance Directorate wrote, “Odisha Vigilance is committed to take strong action against bribe takers and their facilitators. Remember, you aren't safe when taking bribe through PhonePe. We will follow the digital footprints and come after you.”

+2-exam
Odisha govt announces to increase Plus 2 seats after high pass percentage in Matric exam

As per the official announcement made by the school and mass education minister and department secretary, the Plus seats will be increased from 2023-24 academic year.

BJD's fifth term
Challenges galore for BJD supremo Naveen Patnaik in fifth year of fifth term

As per sources, several leaders within the BJD are now feeling suffocated as they are now sidelined amid the dominance of a particular coterie. 

Odisha Governor Ganeshi Lal
Who will be Odisha’s next Governor after Ganeshi Lal?

Ganeshi Lal had taken oath as the Governor of Odisha on May 29, 2018. Ganeshi Lal is quite popular for his down-to-earth personality and has been able to discharge his duties efficiently

Wild Elephant Roaming In Bhubaneswar
Wild tusker strays into Bhubaneswar again, residents panic

Sources said that the wild elephant roamed in the area for more than one hour before the panicked residents shooed it toward Salia Sahi slum in Bhubaneswar.

Weather Update
Odisha weather updates: These districts to experience thunderstorm, hailstorm

A ‘yellow warning’ for thunderstorm and lightning has also been issued by the IMD. As per the IMD, there will be no large change in the maximum temperature at many places over the districts of Odisha.

Newly-wed doctor dies in Bhubaneswar road mishap
Newly-wed doctor dies in Bhubaneswar road mishap

Three months ago, the deceased doctor married Dr Sushree Sangita, who works at SCB Medical College and Hospital in Cuttack..

Two engineering students meet watery grave in Bhubaneswar 
Two engineering students meet watery grave in Bhubaneswar 

Smruti and Satyajit along with some friends had gone to the river bank near Indrapal of Balipatna area for picnicking at about 7.30 AM.

Heavy Rainfall
IMD predicts thunderstorm, gusty winds in several Odisha districts

The maximum temperature is likely to be around 42 degree Celsius at one or two places over the districts of Interior Odisha during next five days.

Bawaria Gang
Commissionerate Police to take ‘Bawaria gang’ members on remand; team to visit Delhi, UP

The gang members were involved in at least 28 cases in different parts of the state, including Cuttack, Cuttack Rural, Puri, Khorda, and Bhadrak districts.

Theft at railway official
Cash, valuables looted from senior railway official's house in high-security zone in Bhubaneswar

As per the complainant, miscreants looted cash, gold ornaments and other costly gifts from his house. The theft occurred when nobody was present at Panda’s residence.

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