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.

Chaos at wedding reception
Chaos at Bhubaneswar wedding reception after girl claimed groom betrayed her; police detain youth

A wedding in Bhubaneswar turned chaotic when a woman accused the groom of betrayal. Police intervened, detaining the groom as formal complaints were filed.

Bhubaneswar Airport
Reopening of airports in India: Here’s what Bhubaneswar airport director said on regular flight operations

When airports are now available, passengers will see their convenience and plan their trips and reschedule accordingly after contacting their respective airlines to respective destination.

New Higher Secondary Schools
Opening of new higher secondary schools: Odisha govt seeks several records for nod

216 agencies apply for new higher secondary schools in Odisha. Directorate seeks fire safety and land documents by May 23, 2025.

Science City, mega biotechnology park to be set up in Bhubaneswar: Odisha Minister
Science City, mega biotechnology park to be set up in Bhubaneswar: Odisha Minister

Odisha plans a Science City and mega biotechnology park in Bhubaneswar, approved by CM Mohan Majhi. These initiatives aim to boost scientific infrastructure. Apart from the science city, a district science centre-cum-planetarium in Puri is on the cards.

Heat wave continues to sweep Odisha: Bhubaneswar records season’s highest temperature
Heat wave continues to sweep Odisha: Bhubaneswar records season’s highest temperature

Bhubaneswar records this season's peak at 40.4°C amidst a continuing heatwave across Odisha, as per IMD forecasts predicting further rises. There will be a further rise in maximum temperature by 2 to 3 Degrees Celsius during the next three days and no large change thereafter.

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi calls youths to volunteer for civil defence
Odisha CM Mohan Majhi calls youths to volunteer for civil defence

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi urged youths to volunteer for civil defence, emphasising community service and national safety. He stressed that safeguarding the lives and assets of common people is a shared duty. Interested persons can apply to respective District Collectors, the CM said.

Heat wave alert for Odisha
Max temp to be around and above 40 degree Celsius in Bhubaneswar, Cuttack and other districts in Odisha: IMD

As per the latest forecast, there will be a further rise in maxmumum temperature by 2 to 3 degrees during the next three days and no large change thereafter.

Monsoon Onset Over Kerala In May
Southwest Monsoon likely to set over Kerala on May 27: IMD

IMD’s operational forecasts of the date of monsoon onset over Kerala during the past 20 years (2005-2024) were proved to be correct except in 2015. 

Bouncer injured in firing in Bhubaneswar
Midnight gunfire rocks Bhubaneswar; bouncer critically injured in firing outside bar

According to reports, the firing took place in front of a bar, located near Damana Square, where a scuffle broke out between the assailant and the bouncers on duty.

Odisha under strict surveillance, no need to panic, assures Minister amid nation-wide security alert
Odisha under strict surveillance, no need to panic, assures Minister amid nation-wide security alert

Significant steps have been taken to bolster the security of major defence and strategic installations. The Chandipur missile testing range in Balasore, one of India’s premier missile launch sites, is under tight security cover.

India-Pakistan war-like situation
Odisha students studying in Dehradun return home amid war-like situation between India & Pakistan

According to sources, although there was no immediate danger in the region, the parents were gripped by fear due to escalating tensions and uncertainty. As a precautionary measure, they did not delay and arranged for the safe return of their children to Odisha.

India-Pakistan conflict: AIIMS Bhubaneswar cancels leaves of all employees
India-Pakistan conflict: AIIMS Bhubaneswar cancels leaves of all employees

AIIMS Bhubaneswar cancels all staff leaves, urging immediate duty resumption amid national situation per official directive.

Bureaucratic reshuffle in Odisha; IAS Sanjay Singh appointed Works Dept Principal Secy
Bureaucratic reshuffle in Odisha; IAS Sanjay Singh appointed Works Dept Principal Secy

Odisha government has announced a bureaucratic reshuffle in the IAS cadre. Sanjay Kumar Singh takes over as Principal Secretary to the Works Department. Vir Vikram Yadav, at present Works department Principal Secretary, has been sent on central deputation.

Odisha prepares vision document 2036 and 2047 mission; 5 lakh jobs in 5 years
Odisha prepares vision document 2036 and 2047 mission; 5 lakh jobs in 5 years

Odisha CM Mohan Majhi outlines Vision 2036, aiming for Rs 10 lakh crore investment and inclusive growth. Key proposals include economic transformation and AI-driven citizen feedback.

IIT-Bhubaneswar, TCS iON team up to launch Certificate Programme on Cloud Systems
IIT-Bhubaneswar, TCS iON team up to launch Certificate Programme on Cloud Systems

IIT Bhubaneswar and TCS iON have launched a certificate programme on cloud systems. The MoU was signed by Dinakar Pasla and V Ramaswamy, targeting graduates and professionals. The initiative is expected to foster collaborative research opportunities.

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