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.

Heavy Rainfall Alert For Odisha
Low pressure to trigger heavy rainfall in Odisha; check IMD’s district-wise warnings till June 1

A low pressure over Bay of Bengal is set to cause heavy rainfall in Odisha, says IMD. Orange and yellow warnings issued for various districts till June 1.

Monsoon Advancement
Conditions favourable for monsoon advancement in several states including Odisha in 2 to 3 days: IMD

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) on Tuesday informed that the conditions are favourable for further advance of the southwest monsoon into the remaining parts of the central Arabian Sea, some more parts of Maharashtra and the remaining parts of Karnataka.

Low pressure forms
Low pressure forms, to become more marked; Odisha SRC issues advisory for collectors

Following the formation of the low pressure area, the office of the Special Relief Commissioner (SRC) shot off a letter to all district Collectors issuing an advisory.

Polasara NAC
Process begins to upgrade Polasara NAC to Municipality; check latest notification

This move is seen as a significant development for the rapidly growing town of Polasara, which has witnessed steady urbanization and infrastructural growth over the past few years. 

Bangladeshi infiltrators
Bangladeshi infiltrators causing unrest, their deportation our top priority: Odisha Minister

Odisha Urban Development Minister Krushna Chandra Mahapatra prioritises deporting Bangladeshi infiltrators, addressing security threats. Amid misinformation, a survey is underway to identify them.

Autonomy to colleges
Universities not allowing complete autonomy to autonomous colleges; UGC issues fresh directions

Certain Universities ask the colleges to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)/Agreement having terms and conditions against the provisions of the UGC Regulations. 

Odisha Television Limited's CFO Sudhakrishna Maiti recognised among India’s leading Cost and Managem
Odisha Television Limited's CFO Sudhakrishna Maiti recognised among India’s leading Cost and Management Accountants

Sudhakrishna Maiti, CFO of Odisha Television Ltd., was honoured among India's Top 100 CMAs by ICMAI during a Bhubaneswar event. This accolade highlights his strategic financial contributions. Maiti’s journey into finance began with the desire to make a tangible impact on how businesses grow, transform, and sustain.

Odisha BJP struggles to publicise governance wins amid organisational vacuums
Odisha BJP struggles to publicise governance wins amid organisational vacuums

Despite successful schemes like Subhadra Yojana, the Odisha BJP under Mohan Majhi faces grassroots challenges due to leadership gaps, impacting their governance publicisation efforts. BJP has fulfilled 11 of its 21 major electoral promises, yet the ruling party faces organisational challenges.

Delay in Puri Jagannath Temple committee formation sparks concerns ahead of Rath Yatra
Delay in Puri Jagannath Temple committee formation sparks concerns ahead of Rath Yatra

Unusual delay in forming the Puri Jagannath Temple's managing committee raises concerns ahead of the Rath Yatra. Odisha Law Minister Prithiviraj Harichandan assures uninterrupted operations. Some servitors question the effectiveness of temple management in the absence of a committee.

FIR lodged against Bhubaneswar Mayor over her ‘Bangladeshi favouritism’
FIR lodged against Bhubaneswar Mayor over her ‘Bangladeshi favouritism’

FIR filed against Bhubaneswar Mayor Sulochana Das by Anchalika Surakhya Mancha for alleged Bangladeshi favouritism, sparking protests over city security concerns. The Mayor's stance they claim might pose a serious threat to the city’s internal security and promote criminal activities.

Irate over delays, locals inaugurate Rs 100 crore garbage processing plant in Bhubaneswar
Irate over delays, locals inaugurate Rs 100 crore garbage processing plant in Bhubaneswar

Residents of Palasuni, Bhubaneswar, frustrated by delays, inaugurated a Rs 100 crore solid waste treatment plant themselves. Despite completion eight months ago, BMC's inaction led to this symbolic move. This inaction and apathetic attitude of the local authorities had provoked frustration among the residents.

Will Low Pressure Intensify Into Cyclone?
Will low pressure intensify into cyclone? IMD Bhubaneswar director clears air, shares latest information about monsoon onset

IMD Bhubaneswar Director Manorama Mohanty clarified no cyclone threat in Odisha despite low pressure formation around May 27.

Heavy Rainfall Alert For Odisha
IMD issues orange and yellow warning for thunderstorm and heavy rainfall in Odisha; check districts

An orange warning for thunderstorm with lightning with gusty surface wind speed reaching 40-50 kmph gusting to 60 kmph and heavy rainfall has been issued for 16 districts of the state in the next 24 hours.

Srimandir Ratna Bhandar
Puri Srimandir Ratna Bhandar repair work to resume post-Rath Yatra, conclude before Niladri Bije

The Minister also informed that the Director General of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) along with his team has reviewed the overall restoration work of the Puri Jagannath Temple, including the status of Ratna Bhandar. 

Odisha Government
No exit before 5:30 PM: Strict office timing directive for Odisha Rural Development dept employees

Odisha's Rural Development department mandates fixed office hours, requiring staff to work from 10 AM to 5:30 PM. Biometric attendance is now compulsory, enhancing transparency and efficiency.

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