Twin City
Stay informed about the latest news and developments from Bhubaneswar and Cuttack. Covering local governance, infrastructure, crime, events, and community stories, this section provides real-time updates on everything shaping the twin cities.
Odisha Govt Prepares Roadmap for Orderly Jagar Utsav at Lingaraj Temple
In a high-level meeting chaired by Chief Secretary Anu Garg, discussions focused on ensuring the smooth and disciplined conduct of rituals and puja at the Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar. The...
Bhubaneswar Bomb Blast Case: Mastermind Succumbs, Probe in Jeopardy!
In a significant development in the January bomb blast incident in Bhubaneswar's Sundarpada area, Azad Nagar, the prime accused and notorious criminal Shahnawaz Mallik, alias Muffi, has succumbed to his...
Odisha Dy CM Flags Off Tourism Caravans to Boost Safe Travel
Odisha's Deputy Chief Minister Pravati Parida flagged off three Tourism Caravans at Dhauli today. Caravan tourism offers visitors an exclusive and immersive way to explore destinations, providing greater flexibility, privacy...
Bhubaneswar: Gold Looted from Woman at Gunpoint in Broad Daylight
Bhubaneswar witnessed a shocking incident on Wednesday morning when a woman in Nayapalli’s Gad Sahii area was robbed at gunpoint. The assailant threatened her with a firearm and snatched her...
Over 10 Interrogated in Transgender Anjali Murder Investigation
A shocking murder case near Bhubaneswar has created fear and tension within the transgender community. On Sunday night, around 9 p.m., Anjali alias Sona, a transgender from Salepur who had...
President Droupadi Murmu Arrives in Bhubaneswar
President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Bhubaneswar this evening aboard a special Indian Air Force aircraft, marking the start of her six-day official visit to Odisha and Chhattisgarh from February 2...
Midnight Raid Uncovers Illegal Liquor Sales in Bhubaneswar Restaurants, Two Owners Arrested
In a crackdown on unlicensed alcohol sales, the Bhubaneswar Excise Department conducted simultaneous raids on three prominent restaurants late on January 31, 2026, leading to the arrest of two owners...
Brutal Murder of Transgender Sparks Airport Road Blockade in Bhubaneswar
A brutal murder of a transgender person near Bhubaneswar has triggered outrage and protests. On Sunday night, a transgender person identified as Anjali alias Sona was stabbed to death near...
Commissionerate Police Issues Traffic Restrictions in Bhubaneswar for President’s Visit
President Droupadi Murmu’s six-day Odisha tour has prompted the Commissionerate Police to enforce strict traffic restrictions in Bhubaneswar. Traffic Restrictions Authorities announced specific timings when public vehicles cannot move along...
Sanath Kumar N. Appointed New Director of Nandankanan Zoological Park
IFS officer Sanath Kumar N. has been appointed as the new Director of Nandankanan Zoological Park in Bhubaneswar. Sanath Kumar N., who previously served as Deputy Director of Nandankanan, now...
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