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.

Pained yet proud! Odisha auto rickshaw driver donates daughter’s organ 
Pained yet proud! Odisha auto rickshaw driver donates daughter’s organ 

Even as a 14-year-old girl left for the heavenly abode, she would remain alive in another body. The girl's father, an auto-rickshaw driver, agreed to donate her vital organs to save another life and set an example for others.

Odisha Fire Services personnel call off strike
Odisha Fire Services personnel call off strike

Following action against the chief fireman, who was leading the firemen’s agitation, the Odisha Fire Services personnel on Friday called off their strike and joined their duties. 

BMC Commissioner Vijay Amruta Kulange
Elections 2024: Political posters, banners to be removed from Bhubaneswar

The BMC has decided to do so under the guidelines of the Election Commission of India (ECI).

Odisha Cabinet okays Rs 6029 cr outlay for KALIA scheme till 2026-27, eases norms for disbursal of financial aid
Odisha Cabinet okays Rs 6029 cr outlay for KALIA scheme till 2026-27, eases norms for disbursal of financial aid

The Cabinet has eased the norms for disbursal of financial assistance to farmers by approving the modification of implementation mechanism. 

Will Archana Nag factor have any impact on 2024 elections in Odisha? 
Will Archana Nag factor have any impact on 2024 elections in Odisha? 

A couple of days ago, ED had summoned Archana and her husband Jagabandhu Chand for questioning. After coming out of the ED office Archana told the media that political leaders and administrative officers of Odisha who are involved in the case and who have used her as a medium to hide their own wrongdoings will be dragged to the court. 

Has saffron tsunami fear prompted Odisha govt to announce freebies, schemes for tribals? 
Has saffron tsunami fear prompted Odisha govt to announce freebies, schemes for tribals? 

With the Lok Sabha and the Odisha Legislative Assembly elections fast approaching, the ruling Biju Janata Dal (BJD) has been doling out a plethora of schemes and freebies. Of them, there are some major announcements for the one-crore tribal population as well. 

Car & Bike On Fire
Fired from job, driver sets owners' car on fire in Odisha

As per reports, the accused was driving the car of Ajit Kumar Nayak, a resident of Krishna Garden, Khandagiri, Bhubaneswar. However, he was ousted from the job because the car broke down and the owner did not want to run it further.

Odisha's first elephant radio-collared in Angul Forest division
Odisha's first elephant radio-collared in Angul Forest division

As per reports, the injured elephant was spotted in the Chhendipada jungle (Sapiosahi) under the Angul Forest Division on February 14.  It was under constant observation of forest officials after being treated successfully by veterinarians of Satkosia Wildlife Division and the Mobile Veterinary Unit (MVU) of Angul. 

Couple dupes Rs 140 crore from investors in Bhubaneswar
Couple dupes Rs 140 crore from investors in Bhubaneswar

As per reports, some investors filed a complaint against the couple identified as Sushant Nag and Laxmipriya Nag. The couple was staying in a rented house and running an agency titled Universal Gems and Om Associates.

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.

scrollToTop