Bhubaneswar: Bhubaneswar, the capital city of Odisha, made history on Wednesday as it recorded its lowest maximum temperature for the month of March, according to data released by the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD). The city witnessed a maximum temperature of 19.2 degrees Celsius, breaking a 54-year-old record. Previously, Bhubaneswar had reported its lowest maximum day…
Bhubaneswar: The Meteorological Centre Bhubaneswar, under the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD), has predicted relatively stable maximum day temperatures in the next 24 hours across the region. According to the forecast, there will be no significant change in the maximum day temperature, with a slight rise expected by 8 to 10 degrees Celsius in most places…
Bhubaneswar: To enhance road safety and curb traffic violations, the Bhubaneswar Traffic Department has rolled out stringent measures targeting individuals caught jumping red lights within the city limits. According to DCP PK Rout, jumping a red light in the Odisha capital will now result in the immediate suspension of the driver’s license and legal action….
Bhubaneswar: In an administrative development, IAS officer Vijay Amruta Kulange has been appointed as the Managing Director of OMFED, Bhubaneswar. The General Administration & Public Grievance Department has issued a notification on Tuesday evening. The official notification issued by the department confirms the appointment of Vijay Amruta Kulange, IAS (RR-2013), to the prestigious position of…
Bhubaneswar: The World Skill Center (WSC) in Odisha continues to nurture the talents of its students by providing them with invaluable international exposure through the ‘Student Exchange Program’. On Tuesday evening, the selected students for the 2023-24 batch embarked on an enriching journey to Singapore, marking the beginning of a transformative experience. Under the patronage…
Puri: The repair work of the beam on the Nata Mandap of the Shree Jagannath temple in Puri has been completed. The beam, located at the top of the Garuda Stamba, had developed a crack, necessitating immediate attention. Undertaken by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), the repair work was conducted to ensure the safety…
Bhubaneswar: The National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bhubaneswar, kicked off its much-awaited annual fest, Spectrum 2024, alongside Craft Bazaar 2024, in a vibrant inauguration ceremony today. Spanning two days from March 19 to 20, 2024, the event serves as a platform for showcasing the convergence of traditional crafts and contemporary designs, celebrating the rich…
Kendrapada: In an incident against wildlife conservation efforts, a turtle patrol vessel belonging to the Forest Department was attacked by the crew of trawlers engaged in illegal fishing within the prohibited seawaters of the Gahirmatha Marine Sanctuary in Odisha’s Kendrapada district. The incident occurred on Monday afternoon when an eleven-member turtle patrol vessel encountered 15-20…
Bhubaneswar: The Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has issued Orange and Yellow warnings for thunderstorm and heavy rainfall in multiple districts of Odisha for the next two days, cautioning residents to stay prepared for adverse weather conditions. According to the IMD, thunderstorm with lightning, gusty surface wind speeds reaching 45-55 kmph, and hail are likely to…
Bhubaneswar: In a landmark case in Bhubaneswar, a servitor from the Lingaraj temple, Kundan Mohapatra, has been convicted within just 28 days of his arrest, marking the first instance of such swift justice in the city. Mohapatra was apprehended on February 19 on charges of misbehaving with female tourists from Sweden. The rapid resolution of…
