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.
The Mohan Majhi government plans the 'Namo Expressway' linking Berhampur to Sambalpur, costing Rs 7,000 crore, amidst political tensions over naming. BJD criticises the removal of 'Biju' from project names. The expressway is to be built in collaboration with NHAI.
IMD predicts a 2-4°C drop in temperature and issues heavy rainfall alerts for several Odisha districts, with thunderstorms expected in many areas.
The Odisha government has lifted restrictions on part plot sales, allowing transactions up to 500 square meters without prior approval, easing financial distress for landowners.
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi visited Puri for Snana Purnima, praised arrangements for devotees and participated in rituals at Srimandir, anticipating a smooth Rath Yatra.
Odisha govt's new amendment allows part sale of plots up to 500 sqm without approval, easing land transactions for owners and developers. However, the sold plots cannot be used for real estate purposes. This relaxation also applies to land with multiple co-owners, where plots of 500 square meters can be sold.
Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi suspended IAS officer Dhiman Chakma after his arrest for allegedly accepting a Rs 10 lakh bribe from a stone crusher owner in Kalahandi, with Rs 47 lakh seized from his quarters. The incident has sparked further scrutiny of corruption within the State’s bureaucracy.
BJD faces internal strife as young leaders protest against MP Manas Mangaraj during 'Jan Jagaran Abhiyan', highlighting election mismanagement and ticket distribution issues from the 2024 General Elections. At the start of the event, young BJD leaders shouted slogans against Manas Mangaraj, thereby expressing their resentment.
BJD launches 'Jan Jagaran Abhiyan' to critique BJP-led Odisha government's first year, with Naveen Patnaik highlighting health service issues and questioning governance achievements. During an event at Sankha Bhawan, Patnaik accused the ruling Mohan Majhi-government of focusing more on propaganda than tangible development.
Harsh Bardhan Behera, a crusher owner, revealed IAS officer Dhiman Chakma demanded a Rs 20 lakh bribe to reduce fines for excess mining. Chakma was caught accepting Rs 10 lakh, with additional Rs 47 lakh seized from his government residence.
Outlining the progress made so far, he informed that within just one year, 28,000 posts have already been filled through a transparent recruitment process, demonstrating the government's efficiency and commitment to merit-based hiring.
IMD issues thunderstorm and rain alert for several Odisha districts till June 13 due to a cyclonic circulation over the Bay of Bengal, with an Orange Warning for Mayurbhanj, Keonjhar, Balasore, Bhadrak, and Angul.
Odisha's Revenue Minister Suresh Pujari announces a mobile app for citizens to apply and obtain 18 essential certificates online. This marks a transformative shift in how these essential services are delivered, aiming to eliminate the need for repeated visits to tehsil offices.
The Odisha BJP marked the first anniversary of Mohan Majhi's government with a key meeting to strategize on highlighting its achievements and future plans, emphasising grassroots outreach. Eleven of its 21 promises have been fulfilled in the last year.
The IMD has issued a warning for thunderstorm activity with lightning, gusty surface winds, and heavy rainfall in some parts of Odisha from June 9 to June 13, 2025.
Reiterating the consequences for those found guilty, the Minister stated, “Whoever engages in corruption will go to jail.”
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