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 CM Mohan Charan Majhi reassures residents amid India-Pakistan tensions, emphasising vigilance over vital sites in Chandipur and Puri etc. The government is actively working to ensure the safe return of Odia people who are currently out of the State.
The only respite is the fact that IMD has also predicted light to moderate rainfall triggered by thunderstorm activities in some pockets of the state.
Unlike previous years, where the excise policy was implemented on an annual basis, the new policy will have a three-year validity, bringing in a longer-term approach to alcohol regulation in the state.
Indian Oil has ample fuel stocks across the country and our supply lines are operating smoothly. There is no need for panic buying—fuel and LPG is readily available at all our outlets
The bomb squad conducted a thorough check using advanced equipment to scan for any explosive materials, while the dog squad sniffed the bag for traces of dangerous substances.
In a public advisory released by Indian Oil Corporation Limited in its official X handle, the company wrote, “#IndianOil has ample fuel stocks across the country and our supply lines are operating smoothly. There is no need for panic buying—fuel and LPG is readily available at all our outlets.”
The assailants then forcibly seized a bag containing approximately 15 kilograms of silver and fled the scene before locals could intervene. The entire act reportedly took place within a span of a few minutes, leaving no time for any immediate response.
Odisha govt had previously ordered for school closure from April 23 due to heatwave. Strict action for non-compliance. School and Mass Education department issues circular in this regard to all District Education Officers (DEOs) to ensure strict implementation of the instruction.
TPSODL issued 1,229 notices for unauthorised structures near power lines in Odisha's southern districts. The action aligns with the Electricity Act, 2003.
Odisha Cabinet approved Mukhyamantri Bus Seva to enhance rural transport, offering a 50 percent fare concession for women, students, and others. This scheme aims at safe, efficient connections across strategic places. With this scheme, the Government eyes for more local employment generation.
The Odisha Cabinet, led by CM Mohan Charan Majhi, approved eight proposals, including a 50% bus fare rebate for women, transgenders, students, divyangs and senior citizens under the Mukhyamantri Bus Seba.
Indian armed forces' Operation Sindoor strikes Pakistan sites post-Pahalgam attack. Sand artist Sudarsan Pattnaik honours them at Puri with a five-tonne sand sculpture. Sindoor turns into ‘strength’ and destroys the enemy, the noted sand artist said.
Gajapati Dibyasingha Deb urges ISKCON to remove 'Jagannath Dham' name from Digha temple in West Bengal, citing religious authorities. Shankaracharyas affirm only Puri is 'Jagannath Dham'. ISKCON's involvement with rituals at the temple highlights the issue.
Odisha held a significant civil defence mock drill on May 7, 2025, at several strategic sites post the Pahalgam attack on April 22. Coordinated by MHA, it enhanced emergency readiness across 12 places in the State, including Bhubaneswar and Rourkela.
As per IMD, thunderstorm activities are likely to continue in different parts of Odisha for the next 24 hours. A yellow warning for hot and humid conditions has been issued for several districts of the state.
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