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 Police Urge Public Fact-Checking, Warns Rumour-Mongers of Stern Action
What began as a vibrant Durga Puja idol immersion procession in the historic heart of Cuttack spiralled into a night of fury, leaving over 20 people injured, shops in flames,...
Cuttack Curfew: Police Identify Accused Using CCTV, Public Urged to Cooperate
In response to violent incidents that disrupted public order, a citywide curfew has been imposed in Cuttack. Authorities have deployed 50 to 60 platoons of police forces to restore calm...
Cuttack Clashes Lead to 36-Hr Curfew and 24-Hr Internet Shutdown
Chaos gripped parts of Cuttack on Sunday as a promotional rally for a citywide bandh turned violent, leading to clashes between protesters and police at the Jail Road intersection in...
Cuttack Clashes: CM Majhi, Ex-CM Naveen Appeal for Peace; Congress MLA Sofia Seeks Strict Action
The situation in Cuttack is gradually returning to normal following the violent clashes between two groups during the Durga idol immersion procession on Saturday night, officials said. District Collector Appeals...
Odisha Govt Suspends Internet in Cuttack for 24 Hours
The Odisha Government has suspended internet services in parts of Cuttack district following violent clashes between two groups during the Goddess Durga idol immersion procession on Saturday night. Internet Ban...
NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory at IIT Bhubaneswar to Bolster India’s Chip Ecosystem
In a significant push towards self-reliance in semiconductor technology, Union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology, Ashwini Vaishnaw, has approved the establishment of the ‘NaMo Semiconductor Laboratory’ at IIT Bhubaneswar....
Cuttack Police Conducts Flag March Ahead of VHP Bandh to Maintain Peace
In the wake of the recent group clash during Durga idol immersion in Cuttack’s Dargah Bazaar area, the Commissionerate Police conducted a flag march on Sunday to maintain peace and...
Udayagiri Light and Sound Show in Bhubaneswar to Begin Soon: Final Preparations Underway
The much-awaited Udayagiri Light and Sound Show in Bhubaneswar is finally set to begin, with all major groundwork nearing completion. A successful trial run has already been conducted, and the...
Bali Yatra 2025: 70 Lakh Visitors Expected as Odisha Preps for Maritime Fest in Cuttack
The historic Bali Yatra festival in Cuttack is set to take place from November 5 to November 12, 2025, celebrating Odisha's ancient maritime heritage. In a high-level review meeting held...
Krushi Odisha 2025-26 Set for Jan 22-24 in Bhubaneswar
Odisha Deputy Chief Minister and Minister of Agriculture and Farmers' Empowerment, Energy, Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo, today convened the first preparatory meeting for Krushi Odisha 2025-26. The meeting, held in...
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