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.

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.

Royal Bengal Tigers In Similipal
40 Royal Bengal Tigers now in Similipal; Odisha sets target for 100 tigers in 10 years

A particularly noteworthy aspect of this year’s report is the presence of 18 black tigers, or melanistic Royal Bengal Tigers, which are a rare genetic variant found only in Similipal.

Naba Das murder case
With whom Gopal Das had spoken with before shooting Minister Naba Das? CB examines old call records

According to Crime Branch Additional Superintendent of Police B.K. Mallick, several people spoke to Gopal Das over the phone in the days and hours leading up to the murder. These contacts are now under the radar of the investigation team. 

Digital payments via UPI
Students can now pay college, university fees through UPI; check UGC's direction to HEIs

As education increasingly moves online—offering courses, certifications, and study materials—the need for UPI as a payment option has become essential.  In light of its growing popularity, the UPI transaction limit for educational services has been increased to Rs. 5 lakhs. 

OTV Cares extends support to family of former employee, offers educational aid to his children
OTV Cares extends support to family of former employee, offers educational aid to his children

OTV Cares supports Vinod Gauda's family with Rs 1,95,550 scholarship. Ranjan Satpathy presents cheque to Adarsha Shishu Vidya Mandir, aiding his children's education.

One body each recovered from Vani Vihar and Lingaraj railway stations in Bhubaneswar, probe begins
One body each recovered from Vani Vihar and Lingaraj railway stations in Bhubaneswar, probe begins

Two unidentified bodies were discovered at Vani Vihar and Lingaraj railway stations in Bhubaneswar. Police are investigating.

Odisha doubles uniform allowance for police personnel
Odisha doubles uniform allowance for police personnel

CM Mohan Charan Majhi approved doubling of uniform allowance for Odisha Police, boosting morale. Inspectors' allowances rise to Rs 8,600; sub-inspectors to Rs 8,400. Initiative includes ex-army in Special Striking Force. More than 16,000 new police force positions were also announced.

Green signal to 7 renewable energy projects worth Rs 1,191.47 crore in Odisha
Green signal to 7 renewable energy projects worth Rs 1,191.47 crore in Odisha

The Single Window Committee of Energy Department has approved seven renewable energy projects in Odisha worth Rs 1,191.47 crore, chaired by Vishal Kumar Dev. Projects include wind, solar, and battery storage under the Renewable Energy Policy-2022.

Ayushman Bharat ‘stumbles’ in Odisha amid treatment denials, tech glitches!
Ayushman Bharat ‘stumbles’ in Odisha amid treatment denials, tech glitches!

Amidst Ayushman Bharat's rollout in Odisha, complaints surge over treatment denials and tech glitches. An association of hospitals has presented a memorandum to the government, voicing these concerns. Health Department officials assure resolution efforts.

Journalists, newspaper hawkers in Odisha to get benefits from this scheme!
Journalists, newspaper hawkers in Odisha to get benefits from this scheme!

Journalists and newspaper hawkers in Odisha will gain access to the Nirman Shramik Card, offering financial and social security. Labour Minister Ganesh Ram Singh Khuntia announced this during a district-level event on the occasion of Rashtriya Panchayati Raj Diwas in Keonjhar.

Odisha’s Similipal accorded ‘national park’ status
Odisha’s Similipal accorded ‘national park’ status

Odisha Government declares Similipal a national park under the Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The area now enjoys enhanced legal protection for conservation efforts.

Strengthening infra development in Odisha: Works dept’s project monitoring dashboard launched
Strengthening infra development in Odisha: Works dept’s project monitoring dashboard launched

Odisha CM Mohan Charan Majhi launched a Project Monitoring Dashboard to enhance transparency and efficiency in infrastructure development, ensuring real-time tracking and timely execution. This technology-driven approach will bring a new level of accountability and effectiveness.

I had voted in support of Waqf Amendment Bill: BJD MP Sulata Deo
I had voted in support of Waqf Amendment Bill: BJD MP Sulata Deo

Rajya Sabha MP Sulata Deo of BJD confirmed her support for the Waqf Amendment Act, 2025. She voted per her conscience and party guidance, sparking internal BJD debates. BJD is said to be having a longstanding policy of equidistance from communal or religious issues.

Odisha Cabinet raises qualification criteria for Anganwadi workers, mandates graduation for promotion
Odisha Cabinet raises qualification criteria for Anganwadi workers, mandates graduation for promotion

The Odisha Cabinet, led by Chief Minister Mohan Charan Majhi, mandates a Graduation degree for Anganwadi workers' promotion. Existing workers remain exempt. This move is targeted to enhance service quality. A total of six proposals were approved by the Cabinet.

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