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.

Naveen Patnaik
Naveen Patnaik elected BJD president for 9th time; a new beginning or fresh challenges ahead?

Naveen Patnaik assumes BJD presidency for the ninth time, facing challenges post-2024 elections. Key decisions on party restructuring and leadership roles await.

2 top PMO officials in Odisha for key engagements
2 top PMO officials in Odisha for key engagements

Principal Secretaries PK Mishra and Shaktikanta Das of the PMO are in Odisha for key engagements. Mishra is to attend the IIM-Sambalpur convocation, while Das is to visit Maa Tarini shrine along with some key engagements. They arrived in Odisha today.

Puri Srimandir
Preparatory meeting held in Bhubaneswar for smooth conduct of Ratha Yatra-2025

Odisha Chief Secretary Manoj Ahuja led a meeting at Lok Seva Bhawan to ensure smooth conduct of Ratha Yatra 2025 in Puri. Officials focused on security, traffic, and chariot constructions.

Vaya Vandana health card in Odisha: Know details & how to apply
Vaya Vandana health card in Odisha: Know details & how to apply

The Ayushman Bharat scheme's launch introduces the 'Vaya Vandana' health card in Odisha for seniors aged 70+. It ensures free medical treatment up to Rs 5 lakh for men and Rs 5 lakh more for women. Apply via Jan Seva Kendras or online.

Odisha-cadre IAS Nikunja Dhal sent on central deputation
Odisha-cadre IAS Nikunja Dhal sent on central deputation

Senior Odisha-cadre IAS Nikunja Bihari Dhal has been sent on central deputation as per a recent notification from the ACC under the Ministry of Personnel. Two other IAS officers of Odisha-cadre, who were given new positions, are Santosh Kumar Sarangi and Ranjana Chopra.

Bhubaneswar teen fights for life after iron grille pierces him in freak accident
Bhubaneswar teen fights for life after iron grille pierces him in freak accident

In Bhubaneswar's IRC Village, 13-year-old Sohan Digal was critically injured after falling onto an iron grille. Rescued by fire services personnel, he is in AIIMS. Sohan is still in critical condition, doctors treating him in the health facility informed.

Electric buses with 30-second charging time likely to ply between Cuttack, Bhubaneswar and Puri
Electric buses with 30-second charging time likely to ply between Cuttack, Bhubaneswar and Puri

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari proposes flash-charging electric buses for Odisha, linking Bhubaneswar and Cuttack to Puri. The pilot starts in Nagpur with state-of-the-art features.

Widening of Bhubaneswar-Puri Highway at Rs 1,200 crore to reduce travel time to 45 minutes
Widening of Bhubaneswar-Puri Highway at Rs 1,200 crore to reduce travel time to 45 minutes

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced Centre's Rs 1,200 crore approval for six-laning Bhubaneswar-Puri Highway, reducing travel time by half. CM Majhi proposed an eight-lane expansion.

Foundation stone laid for Odisha’s longest bridge over Hirakud Dam
Foundation stone laid for Odisha’s longest bridge over Hirakud Dam

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari laid the foundation for Odisha's longest 4-km bridge over Hirakud Dam, linking Lakhanpur and Ambabhona. Scheduled to complete in 2.5 years, it aims to boost Western Odisha's economy and strengthen social bonds.

Jatra owner-artiste face off: Conflict escalates in Odisha’s theatre industry
Jatra owner-artiste face off: Conflict escalates in Odisha’s theatre industry

The Odia Jatra community faces ongoing discord as troupe owners and actors' unions clash. The televised debate highlights unresolved issues, with Bapi Panda warning of strikes if grievances persist. Tensions between the troupe owners and actors’ unions show no sign of abating.

Bhubaneswar Ring Road work to start after Cabinet approval: Union Minister Gadkari
Bhubaneswar Ring Road work to start after Cabinet approval: Union Minister Gadkari

Union Minister Nitin Gadkari announced Bhubaneswar's Ring Road project will start post-Cabinet approval. The Rs 7,000 crore plan aims to decongest the city. Odisha is undergoing a transformative infrastructure boom, with projects worth Rs 2 lakh crore currently in progress.

Hotter days ahead in Odisha! IMD predicts rise in temperature
Hotter days ahead in Odisha! IMD predicts rise in temperature

From April 20, Odisha will experience a rise in temperatures as the IMD predicts an end to the current cooler spell. Interior areas of Odisha are anticipated to exceed temperatures of 40°C. At present, Odisha is experiencing rains as a result of the Kalbaisakhi.

Bhubaneswar-Puri NH 8-laning proposed by Odisha CM
Bhubaneswar-Puri NH 8-laning proposed by Odisha CM

Odisha's CM Mohan Charan Majhi proposed 8-laning the Bhubaneswar-Puri NH to Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, marking a pivotal infrastructure milestone for the State. Furthermore, there is a proposal to construct a service road between Bhubaneswar and Puri.

Nepali student death issue raised in Parliament, MEA says appropriate action will be taken against KIIT University
Nepali student death issue raised in Parliament, MEA says appropriate action will be taken against KIIT University

A Nepali student's death at KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, sparks legal and administrative calls. External Affairs MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh assures necessary actions, while replying to a starred question in the Parliament.

Orissa HC puts end to Padma Shri controversy; penalises petitioner
Orissa HC puts end to Padma Shri controversy; penalises petitioner

The Orissa High Court resolved a Padma Shri award dispute, fining petitioner Antarjyami Mishra Rs 10,000. The case involved two individuals with the same name. The court declared that the Padma Shri rightfully belonged to the individual from Dhenkanal.

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