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.

Minor Kidnapped Girl Rescued In Odisha
Not given water, food: Abducted minor girl in Odisha narrates ordeal

After seeing my daughter on a video call, we immediately rushed to get her. When my daughter saw me, she hugged me and she was very happy, said victim's father.

Kashmiri Fraudster Arrested In Odisha
Kashmiri fraudster arrest in Odisha: Central IB in Bhubaneswar, STF seeks ‘Love Jihad’ info from Lucknow Police

Earlier, it was said that Bukhari had married at least six to seven girls by identifying himself as an Army Doctor, an officer in PMO, and a close associate of some high-ranking NIA officials. It has been learnt that Bukhari had married one girl in Lucknow as part of Love Jihad.

Odisha Governor Writes To CM Naveen Over Problems Of People
Odisha Governor writes to CM Naveen over problems of people; politics heats up

The Odisha Governor has also highlighted in his letter that the people have also expressed concern over lack of action by forest department to check/ prevent elephant menace which is resulting in severe damage to agricultural fields.

Cinnamon
FSSAI asks states to conduct surveillance to check adulteration of cassia in cinnamon

FSSAI asked the officials conduct market surveillance drive to check the prevalence of such alleged malpractices (both in whole form and powdered form) and submit report by December 31, 2023.

Lab reports confirm cholera in Rourkela
Lab tests confirm Cholera in Rourkela, CM Naveen to review situation today

Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik is likely to review the cholera outbreak in Rourkela situation with the senior officials today.

Former SDA Planning Member Bandita Mahapatra
Ex-Sambalpur Development Authority planning member in vigilance net

Both Mahapatra and Samal were arrested earlier in September, 2023 by Sambalpur Police for forgery and issue of fake approval letters of building plans to applicants.

Heroin seized
Odisha STF seizes heroin worth Rs 1 crore in Keonjhar, 1 peddler arrested

Senior STF officials said, heroin weighing 1080 gm and other incriminating materials were recovered and seized from the possession of the accused. A case under section 21(c) of NDPS Act 1985 has been registered and further investigation in this connection is underway.

COVID Cases Rises In India
Odisha govt may issue guidelines if needed amid Covid sub-variant JN.1 scare in some states

The Odisha government is closely monitoring the developments and necessary guidelines might be issued in this regard, said Health Director Bijay Mohapatra.

Odisha Crime Branch takes Kashmiri fraudster Bukhari on 5-day remand
Odisha Crime Branch takes Kashmiri fraudster Bukhari on 5-day remand

Following Bukhari's arrest and reports about his suspected terror links, his wife, a resident of Neulpur in Dharmashala of Jajpur district, was sacked from her job as a teacher.   

As dog bites rise, Bhubaneswar civic body waits for HC order on sterilization drive
As dog bites rise, Bhubaneswar civic body waits for HC order on sterilization drive

Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) has admitted the problem but came out with an explanation that the sterlisation drive for street dogs has not been carried out due to legal hassles.

Politics intensifies over Gadakana garbage dumping yard in Bhubaneswar 
Politics intensifies over Gadakana garbage dumping yard in Bhubaneswar 

The BJP has been carrying out Satyagrah in front of the Sainik School demanding quick removal of the massive mound of garbage at Gadakana as people in the area and its periphery continue to suffer due to foul smell.

Brown Sugar Seized In Bhubaneswar
Brown sugar worth Rs 50 lakh seized in Bhubaneswar; surveillance heightened ahead of New Year

Sources said the accused were allegedly involved in smuggling in the guise of fish trade. They were targeting to sell the drugs to various clubs and pubs ahead of the New Year.

Ultimate Kho Kho: Odisha's Sunil Patra drafted in Mumbai Khiladis 
Ultimate Kho Kho: Odisha's Sunil Patra drafted in Mumbai Khiladis 

The second edition of the Ultimate Kho Kho tournament will be held from December 24, 2023, to January 14, 2024, in Cuttack, Odisha.

'35 tigers present in Similipal sanctuary'
35 Tigers Present in Similipal Sanctuary

As many as 35 Royal Bengal Tigers (RBT) are staying inside the Similipal Sanctuary in Mayurbhanj district. The existence of these big cats was known from the camera traps during the ongoing tiger enumeration

Moderate Fog Likely In Odisha
Shallow to moderate fog likely in several Odisha districts till Dec 21: IMD

G. Udaygiri in Kandhamal district recorded the lowest minimum temperature of 8 degrees Celsius on Sunday night. The Twin Cities of Cuttack and Bhubaneswar recorded a minimum temperature of 13.5 degrees C, said IMD.

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