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.
Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition Grand Finale Marks Culmination of Culinary Celebration
The Grand Finale of the Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition took place today, July 22, 2025, at Hotel Mayfair Lagoon in Bhubaneswar, graced by the presence of Deputy Chief Minister...
Ravenshaw Reverses Suspension of 10 Students in Ragging Row
Ravenshaw University has officially lifted the suspension of ten 3rd-year undergraduate students implicated in an alleged ragging incident at the East Hostel. The development follows growing student protests and a...
Udit Pradhan Sent to Jharpada Jail in Alleged Rape Case
Udit Pradhan, the suspended president of the Odisha Student Congress, was sent to Jharpada Jail on Monday after his bail was rejected in a high-profile rape case. The Mancheswar police...
NHRC Reviews 121 Cases, Lauds Odisha’s Grievance Redressal System
The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India concluded a two-day visit to Odisha, holding significant hearings and discussions to address human rights issues in the state. The commission, chaired...
IIT Bhubaneswar Launches Blended M.Tech in Systems Engineering for Industry Experts
In a pioneering move to bridge academia and industry, IIT Bhubaneswar has introduced a blended-mode M.Tech program in Systems Engineering tailored for working professionals with at least three years of...
Odisha to Get Its First Aircraft MRO Facility in Bhubaneswar Soon
Odisha is undergoing a remarkable transformation in its civil aviation sector, driven by the Government’s forward-looking New Destination Policy. This initiative, led by the Commerce and Transport Department, aims to...
Flavour, Culture, Empowerment: SHG Teams Gear Up for Final Showdown
The semi-final round of the Subhadra Shakti Traditional Food Competition unfolded at the Institute of Hotel Management (IHM), Bhubaneswar, bringing together 30 spirited teams from across Odisha to celebrate regional...
Odisha Student Congress President Udit Pradhan Arrested on Rape Charges
Odisha Student Congress president Udit Pradhan has been arrested by Mancheswar Police on charges of rape, following allegations made by a young woman who claims he sexually assaulted her after...
Ragging Allegations Rock Ravenshaw University; 10 Seniors Evicted from Hostel
Ravenshaw University, one of Odisha’s most prestigious institutions, is facing backlash following serious ragging allegations at its East Hostel. Ten senior students have been ordered to vacate the hostel after...
Protests Erupt at AIIMS Bhubaneswar as Puri’s Minor Girl Fights for Life With 70%+ Burns
A horrific incident has sent shockwaves through Odisha’s Puri district, where a minor girl was abducted, doused with kerosene, and set on fire by three unidentified assailants in Bayabar village,...
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