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.
Leaders across party lines gathered at the 22nd state-level Sraddhanjali Sabha to pay tribute to the late Congress leader Basant Kumar Biswal. Held under the Basant Biswal Memorial Committee, the event honoured Biswal’s political legacy and public service. Speakers remembered him as a visionary known for major infrastructure contributions, including the Cuttack ring road and Rajiv Bhawan.
Biju Janata Dal (BJD), Odisha's leading Opposition party, has announced its decision to abstain from the upcoming vice-presidential election. In a key internal meeting, the party resolved not to support any candidate, signalling a neutral stance amid national political shifts. BJD emphasises its focus on Odisha's welfare while maintaining distance from both NDA and INDI alliances.
Odisha Revenue Department has issued a stern warning to OAS and ORS officers making unauthorised visits to Bhubaneswar for personal reasons or lobbying. Officers must now seek approval before leaving their district headquarters. The crackdown follows reports of disruptions in field administration, as some officials allegedly seek favourable transfers post-government change. Disciplinary action is now on the table.
A forgotten rock edict from the era of Gajapati Kapilendra Deva was discovered today in Jakampudi village, Andhra Pradesh. Found in a deteriorating state, the artifact has drawn attention from Odisha-based heritage group Utkal Sammilani, which is urging for its preservation and possible relocation. The discovery highlights the ongoing struggle to protect Odia heritage beyond state borders.
A 16-year-old boy from the Chandrasekharpur area of Bhubaneswar has been missing for the last four days, sparking concern among his family and locals.
Bhubaneswar has strengthened its public safety infrastructure with the installation of 1,500 AI-enabled CCTV cameras across strategic locations in the city.
A rare celestial spectacle awaits sky-gazers on Sunday night as a total lunar eclipse will be visible across India. Astronomers confirm that the eclipse, also known as the Blood Moon for its deep red appearance, will be clearly visible in all parts of the country.
Tension prevailed at Palasuni Square in Bhubaneswar after a group of youths allegedly posing as ‘gaurakshak’ assaulted a farmer transporting cattle from Andhra Pradesh on Saturday.
Odisha government has mandated the use of BSNL services across all government offices and institutions to promote uniformity and support public sector telecom. Departments have been instructed to migrate existing connections to BSNL for internet, broadband, landline, and leased lines. The directive aims to streamline communication infrastructure and ensure secure, standardised connectivity statewide.
On Teachers’ Day, President Murmu honoured two exceptional educators from Odisha at the National Teachers’ Award ceremony in New Delhi. Basanta Kumar Rana from Malkangiri and Tarun Kumar Dash from Koraput were recognised for their dedication and innovation in education. Their achievement marks a proud moment for Odisha’s academic community, celebrated alongside 43 others nationwide.
The Odisha government has announced plans to significantly expand the fleet of electric buses (e-buses) across the state in a major push towards green and sustainable transport.
The Odisha government has directed the Labour Department to intensify night surveillance at railway stations to curb the growing menace of illegal labour trafficking from western Odisha districts.
Odisha Chief Minister Mohan Majhi’s return from New Delhi on Friday morning was disrupted after his Air India flight was diverted to Kolkata due to adverse weather conditions in Bhubaneswar.
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has pulled up the Odisha government for not complying with its directive to file a report on alleged illegal stone mining at Nischinta Hill in Dhenkanal district.
RIR Power Electronics has informed the Odisha government that its silicon carbide (SiC) wafer fabrication facility in Bhubaneswar is progressing as planned, with commercial production expected to begin by March 2026. The project entails an investment of Rs 618 crore and is considered a key step in building India’s compound semiconductor ecosystem.
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