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.

Victim of cyber fraud! Commissionerate Police shares tips on what you should immediately do 
Victim of cyber fraud! Commissionerate Police shares tips on what you should immediately do

The Bhubaneswar-Cuttack Commissionerate Police is enhancing public awareness on combating cyber frauds. Victims can immediately report fraudulent calls using the 1930 helpline or the Chakshu App, part of the Sanchar Saathi initiative, to block suspicious numbers and prevent fund transfers.

Vedanta land acquisition: Court seeks competent authority’s nod for FIR against CM
Vedanta land acquisition: Court seeks competent authority’s nod for FIR against CM

Naba Nirman Krushak Sangathan had filed an FIR against Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik for his involvement in a controversial land acquisition by Vedanta Foundation. The Supreme Court criticized the Odisha government's actions, leading to legal challenges by local farmers' groups.

BJD bins ‘anti dynasty' & 'one ticket one family' policy!
BJD bins ‘anti dynasty' & 'one ticket one family' policy!

The BJD in Odisha, despite its anti-dynasty stance, has given election tickets to multiple family members, including Pranab Prakash Das and his mother. This move contradicts their earlier campaign against political dynasties, raising questions about their commitment to ending such practices.

Summer of 1969 heat wave-record broken by Bhubaneswar in April 2024
Summer of 1969 heat wave-record broken by Bhubaneswar in April 2024

Bhubaneswar experienced a historic heat wave, recording temperatures of 40°C or above for 17 consecutive days in April, surpassing the previous record from 1969.

BJP announces candidates for 6 Assembly seats in Odisha 
BJP announces candidates for 6 Assembly seats in Odisha 

The party has fielded Purnachandra Mohapatra from the Barabati-Cuttack Assembly seat, while Sudhanshu Nayak has been named party candidate for the Bhandaripokhari seat.

Odisha Elections 2024: Family members of candidates take on key roles in poll campaign, management
Odisha Elections 2024: Family members of candidates take on key roles in poll campaign, management

In the Dhenkanal Assembly seat, BJD candidate Sudhir Samal has mounted an intense campaign with the help of his son Jagdish and nephew Abinash. Incidentally, Abinash is also fighting the poll as BJD’s MP nominee from the Dhenkanal parliamentary seat. 

Hundreds of unclaimed vehicles at Bhubaneswar police stations disposed of 
Hundreds of unclaimed vehicles at Bhubaneswar police stations disposed of 

Following a court order, the Commissionerate Police had earlier tried to ascertain the owners of the seized vehicles.  Some owners were identified and their vehicles were handed over to them by examining their credentials and documents. 

Odisha BJP demands arrest of BJD candidate for 'false propaganda based on Amit Shah's doctored video
Odisha BJP demands arrest of BJD candidate for 'false propaganda based on Amit Shah's doctored video' 

The BJP alleged that Congress is behind such doctored videos while BJD MP Nominee Pradeep Majhi has been spreading misinformation using these fake videos at the time of elections to draw political mileage.

Bhubaneswar traffic signal gets overhead shades to provide relief to commuters in heat wave 
Bhubaneswar traffic signal gets overhead shades to provide relief to commuters in heat wave 

The traffic shade was arranged at Nalco Soubhagya Nagar on Wednesday. A polythene canopy has been erected overhead with the support of bamboo poles and strings. It has brought much relief for residents during their halt at traffic signals under the blazing sun.

Vistara flight makes emergency landing at Bhubaneswar airport after windshield develops crack in hai
Vistara flight makes emergency landing at Bhubaneswar airport after windshield develops crack in hailstorm

As per initial reports, the windshield of the Vistara flight reportedly developed crack in the hailstorm that lashed several parts of Odisha this afternoon.

Odisha Elections 2024
Odia Asmita is in danger; young babu has hijacked governance in Odisha: MP Aparajita targets BJD

Bhubaneswar MP Aparajita Sarangi criticizes the BJD's governance in Odisha, claiming 'Odia Asmita' is at risk and accusing a 'young babu' of hijacking the state's governance. She highlights high unemployment rates and accuses the Chief Minister of outsourcing his duties, leading to a lack of direct communication and leadership within the state.

Man arrested for duping people of over Rs 1 crore in Bhubaneswar
Man arrested for duping people of over Rs 1 crore in Bhubaneswar

The brother duo duped a woman of around Rs 33 lakh and another man of Rs 81 lakh by promising an interest of 20 percent per month. 

Odisha reports 367 heat wave-related illness cases; two sunstroke deaths
Odisha reports 367 heat wave-related illness cases; two sunstroke deaths

According to official reports, Sundargarh reported the highest number of heat-wave-related illness cases at 60, followed by Mayurbhanj with 50 cases.

Balasore records highest maximum temperature of 46 degrees C
Mercury touches 46 degrees C in Odisha; check district-wise temperature and IMD’s forecast

Odisha is currently witnessing intense heat wave conditions with the mercury touching the highest maximum temperature of 46 degrees on Tuesday.

Is Odisha free from corruption and percentage culture? BJP asks CM Naveen
Is Odisha free from corruption and percentage culture? BJP asks CM Naveen

The biggest corruption in Odisha is the chit fund scam. If a BJD leader is found involved in any crime, the party is giving ticket to his/her son/daughter, alleged BJP leader Sajjan Sharma.

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