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.

Thunderstorm Alert
Thunderstorm with 50-60 kmph gusty surface wind to lash several Odisha districts; IMD issues orange warning

As per IMD, several parts of Odisha will continue to experience thunderstorm activities in the coming days as well.  An orange and yellow alert has been issued for several districts of the state for thunderstorm, lightning, gusty surface wind and hailstorm.

NEET UG 2025:
NEET UG 2025: NTA launches portal to report suspicious claims

The NTA has launched a platform for reporting suspicious NEET UG 2025 claims, aligning with the Public Examinations Prevention Act 2024, ensuring leak-free exams.

UPSC Coaching
UPSC Civil Service Coaching 2025-26; Check Odisha government’s latest guidelines, timeline & more

The interested aspirants will have to apply for enrolment for the entrance examination as well as to download their admit cards for the said entrance examination through online in the Higher Education Department website.

Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute (SRFTI)
Satyajit Ray Film & Television Institute's ‘A Doll Made Up of Clay’ makes historic Cannes 2025 entry

India's 'A Doll Made Up of Clay' from SRFTI, directed by Kokob Gebrehaweria Tesfay, earns a historic spot at Cannes 2025. Celebrating Indian cinematic talent globally.

Waves 2025 Animation Film Competition
Two Odia talents ready to shine at Waves 2025 Animation Film Competition Finals in Mumbai

Among the 42 finalists selected from across the country for the Animation Filmmaker Competition under WAVES, two young talents from Odisha, Bhagyashree Satpathy of Jajpur and Rishav Mohanty of Bhubaneswar have already left their mark.

Heavy rainfall to lash several Odisha districts
IMD predicts hailstorm and heavy rainfall in Odisha districts, orange alert issued

The IMD has also issued a yellow alert for heat wave in some parts of the state in the coming days.

Odisha State Roundtable at the India Steel 2025
Key highlights of Odisha’s Vision 2036 for Industrial Development

During the State Roundtable, which focused on expanding steel production and raw material supply, the Chief Minister presented Odisha’s strategic strengths in the steel and metals sector to a packed audience of industry leaders. I

IMD forecasts rainfall in Odisha districts till May 1
IMD forecasts rainfall in Odisha districts till May 1

IMD Bhubaneswar forecasts light rain or thundershower in some Odisha districts from April 26 to May 1, predicting no major temperature changes initially. A heatwave persists in some areas. Warm night conditions are very likely to prevail at one or two places over the districts of Sambalpur, and Bolangir.

Resolve drinking water problems within 7 days: Odisha Minister issues stern warning
Resolve drinking water problems within 7 days: Odisha Minister issues stern warning

Odisha Panchayati Raj Minister Rabi Narayan Naik mandates quick resolution of drinking water issues within a maximum of seven days. Citizens should report problems promptly to local administrative officials. Chief Minister Majhi aims for piped water access by 2026.

Heat and thunderstorm alert
IMD issues orange, yellow warning for heat wave and thunderstorm as well in Odisha districts

There is also the possibility of thunderstorm-triggered rainfall, which may provide some respite to the people from the scorching heat wave conditions in different parts of Odisha.

12 Pakistani Nationals In Odisha
12 Pakistanis are in Odisha on long-term visas; process begins to serve exit notices

Earlier in the day, Union Home Minister Amit Shah dialled Chief Ministers of all the states and asked them to ensure that no Pakistani stays in India beyond the deadline set for leaving the country, sources said.

Antyodaya Gruha Yojana
Odisha govt to distribute another 1 lakh houses under Antyodaya Gruha next month

The Minister further said that this decision comes after the successful rollout of the first phase, where 60,000 beneficiaries were included and provided houses under the scheme.

Heat Wave
Stern action against private schools, colleges violating summer heat SOP: Odisha Minister

Odisha's Revenue and Disaster Management Minister warns private institutions flouting summer SOPs. Strict actions will be taken for violations to ensure student safety in rising temperatures.

Odisha government
Odisha govt establishes 46 New Civil Judge (Junior Division) Courts across state 

This expansion is a strategic response to the increasing workload in civil courts and the growing demand for quicker legal remedies in remote regions.

Angineer Recruitment Scam
How Indian Navy’s swift action foiled recruitment scam in Odisha

According to reports, the trio was allegedly extorting large sums of money from job seekers with false promises of securing them positions as Agniveers in the Indian Navy.

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