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 BJP holds key strategy meeting ahead of completion of 1 year in govt
Odisha BJP holds key strategy meeting ahead of completion of 1 year in govt

Odisha BJP leaders convened in Bhubaneswar to strategise celebrations for 11 years of PM Modi's central government and 1 year of BJP rule in Odisha under CM Mohan Charan Majhi, planning a statewide outreach to highlight achievements. The party has targeted at least 1 crore families.

Covid-19
COVID-19 tally reaches 15 in Odisha; Health department urges public to adopt caution, review meet ahead of Puri Rath Yatra

Authorities have also urged the public not to let their guard down, emphasizing that vigilance and responsible behaviour are essential to prevent any resurgence of infections.

Jatra actress Mamuni Sarangi meets Odisha Law Minister seeking action against owner Nandu Babu
Jatra actress Mamuni Sarangi meets Odisha Law Minister seeking action against owner Nandu Babu

Popular Jatra actress Mamuni Sarangi has approached Odisha Law Minister at his residence, reportedly seeking action against a well-known Jatra party owner Ananta Narayan Dhal alias Nandu Babu, accusing him of abuse and non-payment of dues from earlier performances.

'Give Rs 500, get Rs 1,000': Fake currency scam busted in Bhubaneswar; 5 including woman arrested
'Give Rs 500, get Rs 1,000': Fake currency scam busted in Bhubaneswar; 5 including woman arrested

A fake currency scam has been busted in Bhubaneswar where a gang duped people by promising Rs 1,000 in Rs 100 notes in exchange for just one Rs 500 note. The Special Squad arrested five members of the gang, including a woman, who promised to double Rs 500 notes into Rs 1,000.

'Disturbing dreams and guilt': IPS Arun Bothra’s post on ‘Nayagarh Pari rape and murder case’ sparks debate
'Disturbing dreams and guilt': IPS Arun Bothra’s post on ‘Nayagarh Pari rape and murder case’ sparks debate

IPS Arun Bothra's social media post on the Nayagarh Pari rape and murder case, highlighting a convict's disturbing dreams as an unspoken admission of guilt, sparks debate. Crime investigation is all about gathering evidence. After all, courts rely on evidence and its credibility to decide cases, senior cop Bothra stated.

OMFED dairy farmers to get Rs 3 extra per litre: Odisha CM on World Milk Day
OMFED dairy farmers to get Rs 3 extra per litre: Odisha CM on World Milk Day

On World Milk Day, Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi announced a major hike in milk procurement prices and support schemes for dairy farmers. The milk producers will receive Rs 3 more per litre of milk. The decision is expected to benefit over 2.5 lakh dairy farmers across the State.

Drone over Puri Srimandir
Drone over Puri Srimandir: Odisha Law Minister assures anti-drone technology soon

A video, reportedly captured via drone, has gone viral on social media, showing vivid aerial visuals of the Srimandir premises and rituals being performed atop the temple.

Green Corridor
Green energy corridors across state to make Odisha leader in clean, sustainable power

Green Energy Corridors are being developed across Odisha to enable seamless transmission of renewable energy. By integrating solar and wind power into the state grid, these corridors are key to delivering clean, reliable, and sustainable electricity to every corner of the state, official sources said.

COVID Testing
COVID-19 cases reach double digits in Odisha; first death under investigation

Odisha reports three new COVID-19 cases, totaling eleven active infections, with the first suspected death under investigation in 2025. Health Department initiates containment measures.

Series Accident In Bhubaneswar
Drunk car driver causes series accidents near Unit 2 petrol pump in Bhubaneswar, 3 injured

According to eyewitnesses, the series accident began when a car rammed into an auto-rickshaw from behind. As per initial reports, the driver of the car was allegedly driving the vehicle under the influence of alcohol. 

Thunderstorm Alert
IMD issues yellow warning for heavy rainfall and thunderstorm in Odisha districts

As per IMD, several parts of Odisha are likely to experience thunderstorms with lightning, with gusty surface wind speed reaching 40-50 kmph and heavy rainfall in the next 24 hours. A yellow warning in this regard has also been issued.

Chief Engineer Arrested
Odisha Engineer, who threw cash bundles out of window during Vigilance raid, arrested

On Friday, the Vigilance officials conducted simultaneous raids on multiple properties owned by Sarangi and uncovered a staggering Rs 2.56 crore in unaccounted cash stashed within his residence.

Master Canteen
Master Canteen in Bhubaneswar to be renamed; here’s what Odisha Housing and Urban Development Minister says

Odisha's Housing and Urban Development Minister hints at renaming Master Canteen in Bhubaneswar to honour regional heritage, with the final decision resting on CM Mohan Majhi.

coronavirus
Covid-19 cases rising in country with over 2700 cases; tally touches 7 in Odisha, no need to panic says health officials

India sees a rise in COVID-19 cases with 2,710 active infections; Odisha reports 7 cases. Health officials urge caution but advise against panic, highlighting mild symptoms of the current variant.

16 senior cops promoted to SP rank in Odisha
16 senior cops promoted to SP rank in Odisha

Sixteen Additional Superintendents of Police have been promoted to the rank of Superintendent of Police in Odisha, marking a key career milestone, as per a recent notification from the Home Department outlining the promotions and associated pay scale details.

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