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.
Nepali student student death: 6 more officials of varsity appear before high-level committee
In the ongoing investigation into the death of Nepali student Prakriti Lamsal at KIIT University, six additional university officials appeared before a high-level committee at the State Guest House in...
Servitor Suffers Fall While Lifting Mahadeepa at Lingaraj Temple During Mahashivratri
An unfortunate incident occurred during the Mahashivratri celebration at the Lingaraj Temple when a servitor fell while attempting to lift the Mahadeepa atop the temple. The incident took place this...
Spiritual Fervor at Lingaraj Temple as Mahadeepa Ascends on Maha Shivaratri
The sacred Mahadeepa (holy lamp) was lifted atop the Lingaraj Temple on Wednesday, marking the climax of the Maha Shivaratri festival. Devotees filled the air with chants of "Har Har...
Lingaraj Temple Gears Up for Maha Shivaratri; 40 Platoons of Police Deployed
In preparation for the Maha Shivaratri celebrations on February 26th, 2025, at the historic Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar, Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Bhubaneswar, Pinak Mishra, announced that around 40...
Bhubaneswar Police Dismantle Motorcycle Theft Ring; 12 Bikes Recovered
The Bhubaneswar police have dismantled a notorious gang responsible for a spate of motorcycle thefts across the city. On the evening of January 30, 2025, Nihar Ranjan Nayak reported his...
Mo Bus Accident in Bhubaneswar Injures Two at Master Canteen Square
In a concerning incident on Tuesday, two individuals sustained serious injuries after being struck by a Mo Bus at Master Canteen Square in Bhubaneswar. The victims, identified as Ranjit Behera...
UGC Seeks Report from KIIT University on Nepalese Student’s Death
The University Grants Commission (UGC) has requested an official report from KIIT University, Bhubaneswar, regarding the tragic death of Prakriti Lamsal, a Nepalese student, and the subsequent allegations of mistreatment...
Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025: A Celebration of Odisha’s Heritage and Women’s Empowerment
Subhadra Shakti Mela 2025 continues to captivate visitors at Janata Maidan, Bhubaneswar, with an incredible display of Odisha’s rich heritage, craftsmanship, and women-led entrepreneurship. Featuring over 300 stalls, the mela...
Traffic Regulations Implemented for Maha Shivratri Celebrations at Shree Lingaraj Temple in Bhubaneswar
In a move to ensure the smooth flow of vehicular traffic and minimize congestion, the Commissionerate Police of Bhubaneswar and Cuttack have announced traffic regulations for the upcoming Maha Shivratri...
Nandankanan Zoological Park Welcomes New Tiger Cub
Nandankanan Zoological Park welcomed a new addition to its tiger family today. Ankita, a normal-coloured tigress, gave birth to a cub in the morning. Both the mother and the newborn...
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