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.

Town Planning scheme in Bhubaneswar suburb opposed by locals
Town Planning scheme in Bhubaneswar suburb opposed by locals

Residents of Ratagada Lenkasahi and Chandiprasad Mouzas raised concerns about the Bhubaneswar Development Authority's ambitious town planning (TP) scheme, fearing impacts on agriculture. They sought assurances from Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra.

Maximum temperature to rise in Odisha
Maximum temperature to rise by 2 to 4 degrees in Odisha, predicts IMD

The India Meteorological Department forecasts a 2-4°C rise in Odisha's maximum temperature over the next four days. Recent rains brought temporary relief, but thunderstorms are expected in several districts.

Vigilance Raid
From starting salary of Rs 2k per month, this tainted Odisha govt employee amassed wealth beyond imagination

According to senior Vigilance officials, they have also found that Sarangi has invested around Rs 2.70 crore in the stock market. He also has bank and insurance deposits to the tune of Rs 1.5 crore.

Depression Update
Depression to weaken into well-marked low pressure area; check IMD’s forecast for different Indian states

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Friday informed that it is very likely to continue to move nearly north-northeastwards and weaken into a well-marked low-pressure area during the next 12 hours.

Vigilance raid
Vigilance raid on RW dept chief engineer;  Over Rs 2 crore investment in share market, Rs 2.51 crore cash recovered

Senior officials informed that Rs 2.51 crore, including Rs 1.30 crore from the residential house of Sarangi at Angul and Rs 1.21 crore was recovered from his flat at Bhubaneswar.

Pre-paid smart meters
'Pre-paid smart meter installation and rise in electricity bills'; Odisha Energy Department issues clarification

If a static meter has been installed at a consumer's premises and it is functioning properly, it will not be replaced within 5 years of its installation date, the Energy department clarified.

Ganja Trade Busted In Bhubaneswar
Masala shop banner in front, ganja trade inside: Police and STF bust illegal drug operation at Unit 4 market in Bhubaneswar

The setup, hidden behind a banner advertising spices and grocery items, had been running unnoticed for some time, attracting suspicion only recently due to increased footfall and suspicious activity.

AIIMS Bhubaneswar
India’s largest 8.7 kg kidney mass removed by AIIMS Bhubaneswar doctors

In a medical feat, AIIMS Bhubaneswar doctors successfully removed India's largest 8.7 kg kidney mass from a 50-year-old man with ADPKD, marking a major milestone.

Snake inside chest
300-year-old wooden chest reveals hidden guest; snake rescued from antique trunk in Bhubaneswar outskirts

After its safe rescue, the non-venomous snake was released into a suitable natural habitat far from human settlements, ensuring both the reptile’s safety and that of the local community.

Mining Scam
Mining Scam: ED Deputy Director Chintan Raghuvanshi arrested by CBI in Rs 20 lakh bribery case in Bhubaneswar

According to CBI sources, Raghuvanshi was allegedly involved in manipulating a high-profile mining case. He was reportedly caught red-handed while accepting Rs 20 lakh as the first installment of a total Rs 50 lakh bribe deal. 

IAS reshuffle: Former Odisha sports secy IAS Vineel Krishna transferred to Sports Ministry
IAS reshuffle: Former Odisha sports secy IAS Vineel Krishna transferred to Sports Ministry

Senior IAS officer R Vineel Krishna has been appointed Joint Secretary in the Department of Sports under the Union Ministry. This is part of a major reshuffle involving 41 officers by the Union Cabinet.

Urban transformation: Odisha launches ANKUR to make cities future-ready
Urban transformation: Odisha launches ANKUR to make cities future-ready

The Odisha government launched the ANKUR initiative to boost urban growth. Housing and Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra highlighted its citizen-centric approach. Principal Secretary Usha Padhee emphasized the project's collaborative genesis.

JSW to develop captive jetty in Odisha’s Jagatsinghpur, project to generate 3400 jobs
JSW to develop captive jetty in Odisha’s Jagatsinghpur, project to generate 3400 jobs

The Odisha Cabinet, led by CM Mohan Charan Majhi, approved an agreement with JSW Utkal Steel for a captive jetty at Jatadhar Muhan. This aims to boost the upcoming steel plant and create 3,450 jobs.

Low pressure to intensify into depression
Depression to trigger heavy to heavy rainfall in Odisha; IMD issues orange warning

A depression over the Bay of Bengal is set to cause heavy rainfall in Odisha. IMD has issued an orange warning for several districts, predicting thunderstorms and gusty winds.

Cyber Fraudsters Arrested
Online cricket betting fraud worth over Rs 1 crore: Odisha CB arrests 2 accused including diploma engineer from Bhubaneswar

The victim alleged to have been defrauded by unknown cyber fraudsters from August 2022 to January 2025 through a fake link shared for an online cricket betting website in Google using IDs (www.dream444.com & another one is www.dream666.com) and lost around Rs. 1.08 crore.

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